Below is a list of demonstrations available at the moment, more are added from time to time.

 A 'demonstration' is like an illustrated talk where  techniques are  'demonstrated'  to  explain how  the  projects on show are created. Every demonstration can be tailored to suit the knowledge and experience of each audience.

Patterned Pastes

This demonstration is an introduction to the simple techniques which can create patterns within marzipan, sugarpaste and flower paste ready to roll out and produce colourful cake coatings, fabric effects, or real and fantasy flowers. It is illustrated with a few items from my book Patterned Pastes but mainly with new projects made since publication, showing more exciting and innovative designs. The demonstration shows how to make a successful pattern first time, and hopefully inspires everyone to return home ready to experiment and create new ideas of their own.

A Mini Hands On and Demonstration

This is truly audience participation! Let me guide you through making a Patterned Paste Design out of flower paste, and find out how to turn it into a pendant which you could wear on your way home. The Mini Hands On takes roughly about 45- 60 minutes, giving plenty of time to see and hear about other Patterned Paste projects.

All that is required is for everyone to bring  a non-stick board, a non-stick rolling pin, a sharp kitchen knife and some protective clothing. I can supply the rest. This is the ideal way to learn the basics of Patterned Pastes and give you an insight into the possibilities of the technique.

Sugar as Art

This is an interesting mix of talk and demonstration, illustrated with a selection of my sugar pictures, sculptures, and decorated cakes. I use a combination of new and old techniques in my art work, and the demonstration lets you into the secrets behind how these are used to create sugar art and also decorate unusual cakes. Audiences are very much part of the evening; questioning, commenting, and discussing the role of sugar as an art medium and the future of sugarcraft in the 21st century.

see also

 Creative Sugar Art Workshops