Picturing the Obamas was produced by Richmonders Hannah Brown Ayers & Lance Warren for the Smithsonian Channel. It follows the portraits of Barack and Michelle Obama from the National Gallery on a tour of 5 cities throughout the country. This the latest of several compelling documentaries they’ve created. We discuss:

– How they met and how it evolved into a partnership

– How they got the assignment and how they prepared

– Getting an interview with the Obamas

– How they found the stories for each city

– The difference between Episode 1 and 2

LINKS:
Picturing the Obamas (on Smithsonian Channel)
Field Studios (their website with all of their films listed)

Shows they’re watching:
Welcome to Wrexham
The Bear (my review)
White Lotus (my review)