06-27-2007, 12:51 PM
mttk- There is still a strong subculture that enjoys polka music. Look to my area, with the Polka Hall of Fame, and tons and tons of little old Eastern European / North European ethnic enclaves.
However......
I look to my Aunt's experience, where her Berkely CA based business started by local artisans was completely destroyed by illegal Chinese knock-offs of their art pottery pieces. They went out of business three years ago, despite 'protection' from the US copyright laws.
However......
I look to my Aunt's experience, where her Berkely CA based business started by local artisans was completely destroyed by illegal Chinese knock-offs of their art pottery pieces. They went out of business three years ago, despite 'protection' from the US copyright laws.