What does the fieldwork of a folklorist entail? Follow the trail of Henry Glassie, a renowned American folklorist and ethnologist, and observe his study of humans performing the craft of art. This portrait of the professor emeritus of Indiana University was filmed in the USA, Ireland, and Brazil, but it originates from his work spanning five continents. Rather than focusing on people, his research centers on their creations, which are as diverse as humanity itself. The structure of the documentary reflects this approach by placing the viewer in the position of an observer, contemplating artistic work from across the world. For 105 minutes, you too can become an ethnologist, exploring what art means to humanity.