A new hour-long feature documentary, Augustus Saint-Gaudens: Master of American Sculpture, was produced by the Trustees of the Saint-Gaudens Memorial with assistance from the Saint-Gaudens National Historic Site. Paul Sanderson, of Our Town Films, Inc. is the film's producer and director.

There will be special screenings of the film at the National Gallery of Art, Washington, DC, on Thursday, February 12th, 2009 at 12:30 p.m. and Sunday, February 15th, at 12:00 p.m.

The film recently appeared on New Hampshire Public Television and will be shown on national PBS in 2009. The film will also be available for sale in a DVD format by spring 2009.

Although millions today see Saint-Gaudens’ work in museums and public places, few know the man behind the art. The film will introduce new audiences to this artist and his work and show how he influenced American cultural life through the art of sculpture and as teacher and supporter of the arts. The documentary will cover Saint-Gaudens life, from his birth in Dublin, Ireland, and childhood in New York City, through his rise to prominence in the art world both in Europe and the United States, and his continued legacy as one of the country’s greatest artists.

As a producer-director and president of Our Town Films Inc., Paul Sanderson has enjoyed success in creating television documentaries and educational programs. Since founding Our Town Films in 1992, Mr. Sanderson has won over 30 national awards, including seven CINE Golden Eagles. His programs have appeared on NBC, PBS, The Discovery Channel, A&E Network, The History Channel, and CNBC.

Most recently, Mr. Sanderson produced and directed The Gate of Heaven: The Story of Saint Thomas Church Fifth Avenue. This hour-long documentary portrays one of America’s preeminent parish churches through its 175 years of development. The film received a CINE Golden Eagle Award, a Crystal Award of Excellence, and a Telly Award.