Handmade Productions was formed by David Hartnett and Hal Dace (see his resumé) in March 2004. Both are native to Manhattan, Kansas. After 6 months of very happy and successful service to local companies and KSU, David left to marry his fiancé in Dundee, Scotland, and intends to make a living there. Hal Dace has over 20 years experience as a freelance editor, director, and producer of film and television in the United Kingdom (primarily with the BBC), and now Kansas. He has also become an animator of 3D cartoons.

Handmade believes that Kansas deserves quality in its local television. Good commercials tell a story and are visually interesting. Just because Manhattan isn't Hollywood doesn't mean that our TV has to be boring, tacky, or irritating. We must be creative, tasteful, and imaginative while contributing to the artistic and commercial output of our region.

We are also strongly committed to encouraging local dramatic film production. To this end, we recently produced "Naked Arcadia", produced & directed by Hal Dace. Handmade Productions is now planning its second feature film.