A true duck dynasty: Wildlife artists Jim, Robert and Joe Hautman
For their paintings of waterfowl, the brothers from Minnesota have together won the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service's annual duck stamp contest 14 times.
Arts
Mikhail Baryshnikov on "The Orchard" and Putin's war
The dancer-actor who has been largely non-political since his 1974 defection from the Soviet Union says he can no longer stay silent, as he stars in an adaptation of Chekhov's "The Cherry Orchard," whose themes of loss and freedom echo with Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
Meet Marcel, a tiny shell - and now a big movie star
The inch-tall star of online animated shorts – a seashell with a googly eye, shoes, and a winning personality – became a viral hit; now he is starring in a feature-length film, the heartwarming adventure "Marcel the Shell With Shoes On."
The intense life of abstract expressionist Joan Mitchell
Though never as celebrated during her lifetime as her male peers, a new exhibition at the Baltimore Museum of Art shows how the artist created startlingly colorful and lyrical works that reflect the intensity of a life lived on her own terms.
"A Strange Loop" playwright Michael R. Jackson on his emotional autobiography
The writer and composer of the musical nominated for 11 Tony Awards, about a young, queer Black man working as an usher in a Broadway theater, talks about mining his own life for a tale of change and self-acceptance.
Miami is artist Romero Britto's canvas
Miami's sidewalks and skyline glitter with the smile-evoking imagery of Brazilian-born artist Romero Britto, whose vivid pop-art style has decorated city vehicles, hospitals, parking meters, even lottery tickets. Correspondent Faith Salie talks with Britto, who first came to public attention via a vodka ad, and whose colorful creations have made it to the Super Bowl, the World Cup, and the Olympics.
The art of wallpaper
Heidi and Christian Batteau are the husband-and-wife duo behind Assemblage, which creates bespoke, handmade wallpaper using ancient Italian techniques. Correspondent Nancy Giles looks into the history of wallpaper, and talks with interior designer Sheila Bridges about bringing more diversity to the walls – and ceilings – of a 21st century home.
Land artist Jon Foreman, whose canvas is a beach
Artist Jon Foreman finds inspiration in nature and a receding tide, using rocks that he finds, or raked sand, to turn the beaches of Wales into spectacular designs that are destined to be washed away. Correspondent Seth Doane reports on landscape art that is stunning – and fleeting.
Japan's tatami mats, a home-grown tradition
Grass-and-straw tatami mats – once a privilege reserved for the elite – have been a key feature of Japanese architecture since the Middle Ages, crafted by gifted artisans. But now, with cheap knockoffs and changing lifestyles, the industry is at a crossroads.
Bob Dylan Center: Exhibiting the voice of a generation
In Tulsa, Okla., a former warehouse has been transformed into a repository for 100,000 items from the singer-songwriter's archives, including manuscripts and notebooks offering a window into the painstaking craft of one of America's foremost musical artists.
Thom Browne: Reinterpreting fashion
He is one of America's most successful designers, noted for his suit pants that expose men's ankles, and for creating distinctive looks for Michelle Obama and Cardi B.
American history on the auction block
Rare books and papers detailing the exploration of the New World and the founding of the United States, from the collection of noted book dealer William Reese, will be auctioned beginning next month at Christie's in New York City.
Crystal Bridges Museum, and a town's resurgence
More than six million people have visited the Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art since it opened in 2011. Alice Walton's beautiful oasis for the best art the second-richest woman in the world could buy has transformed the once-sleepy town of Bentonville, Arkansas, into a thriving artists' community. Correspondent Martha Teichner reports.
The mystery of Francis Hines, and a dumpster full of art treasures
In 2017 a barn cleanout in Connecticut revealed a treasure trove of paintings by an obscure expressionist artist who'd also experimented with wrapping buildings and objects. Now, experts say the dumpster art by Francis Hines could be worth millions.
"The Godfather" at 50: The making of a classic
Francis Ford Coppola, Robert Duvall, James Caan and Talia Shire recall the making of the Hollywood classic about a mob family that forever changed how we look at movies.
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Freed Hamas hostage Eli Sharabi on rebuilding his life after 491 days in captivity
Eli Sharabi, who was taken hostage by Hamas terrorists on October 7, 2023, before being released last February, explains why he remains optimistic for the future.
The Zombies and their bumpy road to rock 'n' roll immortality
Part of the 1960s British pop invasion that began with The Beatles, The Zombies took a lot longer for success to catch up with them. Now their most famous album, 1968's "Odessey and Oracle," has been remastered.
Jennifer Lopez on "Kiss of the Spider Woman"
The actress talks about playing a screen goddess in the film adaptation of the Broadway musical "Kiss of the Spider Woman"; her love of movie musicals; and her long road from the Bronx to Hollywood.
The New Season: Fall 2025 - The most anticipated new movies, music, TV and more
Be on the lookout for these new entertainment offerings in the coming months, from screens to the stage, from music to the page.
The New Season: Fall 2025 - Art, from Calder sculptures to Impressionist masters
"Sunday Morning" offers highlights of fall exhibitions, including a newly-opened Philadelphia oasis filled with works by sculptor Alexander Calder, and Impressionist paintings on display across the country.
A friendship forged from the Unabomber's violence
A tip from David Kaczynski led to the capture of the Unabomber – who happened to be his own brother. Ted Koppel talks with Kaczynski about his relationship with his sibling, and about the friendship he later developed with one of the Unabomber's victims.
This week on "Sunday Morning" (Sept. 28)
A look at the features for this week's broadcast of the Emmy-winning program, hosted by Jane Pauley.
Rabbi Angela Buchdahl on Rosh Hashanah, and a return to "our better selves"
As the Jewish calendar marks Rosh Hashanah, Rabbi Angela Buchdahl offers a message to us all about commemorating the New Year.
Priscilla Presley writes about her life after Elvis in "Softly, as I Leave You"
In her new book, Priscilla Presley writes what she calls her final telling of what it was like to be a queen to the King, and what came after.
Robert Redford: An appreciation
Lee Cowan looks back on the actor, director, independent film advocate and environmental activist, who died this past week at age 89. [Watch our interviews with Redford from 1994, 2006 and 2018.]