November 14, 15, 16, 2008

Connecticut Expo Center

Hartford, CT

Demos

See one-of-a-kind crafts created right in front of you. Sugarloaf offers demonstrations so you can understand how these talented artisans create their wares. Their pieces don’t come from an assembly line or factory. Each piece of art is infused with individual love, care and energy.

Wheel-thrown Pottery

by Helen Weichman

Pottery is part of our history and something we use everyday. But have you ever actually seen how it is made. A beautiful, smooth pottery vase actually starts from a lump of clay. Watch as the potter’s skillful hands and the spinning wheel together create a timeless piece of art. The individual pieces are then carefully dried, fired and glazed to create beautiful, functional pottery for your home.

Metal Spinning

by John Akkus

The only way to truly understand this intricate craft is to see a demonstration. John Akkus is one of a small number of hand spinners still plying what is one of the oldest trades in the world!

Stone Carving

by Marty Silverman,
The Fountain and Sculpture Garden

Using only the stone carvers hammer and chisels, Marty creates beautiful sculptures and fountains from a variety of all-natural stone. These sculptures for both the home and garden are one-of-a-kind works of art. Watch them created in front of your eyes.

Hand Built Clay

by Michael Terra

Watch Michael create lively and whimsical creations from what begins as a lump of clay. Michael draws his inspiration from nature, his quirky sense of humor, and even from his audience. He welcomes photos of your loved ones or even a favorite target! With your help he'll create a whacky sculpture that will make everyone laugh out loud!

Painted Wood Furniture

by Barry Leader

Furniture of the moment for the not too tightly wound! Watch as Barry shows us how he creates whimsical furniture, mirror frames, clocks and other accessories using skills he's developed over a lifetime of working as a woodcarver.

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