Just visited the Corning Museum of Glass and noticed something about their demos

Everyone raves about the hot shop shows, but I think they focus way too much on speed and big pieces for the crowd. I watched a gaffer there make a goblet in under 5 minutes, but the punty attachment looked rushed and left a huge scar. Do you think public demos sacrifice good technique for entertainment?

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lewis.diana28d ago

Ever notice how rushed demos always leave those ugly marks?

cole_bailey8528d ago

Does the museum ever explain why they prioritize speed over craftsmanship in those demos?