Wooden boat craftsman honored
Edward Couvillier, at center, was presented a plaque of recognition by Sen. Bret Allain on behalf of the Bayou Teche Wooden Boat Show during the event last weekend. Couvillier, shown with his family and Allain, has been the featured craftsman in “In the Mind of the Maker,” a documentary film written and directed by C.E. Richard, and an in-depth feature and photo essay in Louisiana Cultural Vistas magazine. Couvillier is known for his resurrection of the Louisiana push skiff along with his sons Larry, Justin and Kevin. Couvillier was commended for by Bayou Teche Wooden Boat Show organizers for his contributions to the art and preservation of traditional Louisiana boatbuilding.