That might have been nice, but instead they did me one better... they agreed to never speak to me again! Hilarious huh. Oh well, the guy was an idiot. Im glad hes outta my life.

On the other hand I sat here for a few minutes ans watched your pics scroll by and realized that many of my favorite countertops were in fact done by YOU! 

I kid you not man, I have used a number of your pics numerous times to show people how good concrete countertops can potentially look, not realizing that so many of my favorites are yours... very nice work my friend!

Hi David, Things have worked out well since the show, It's still a little slow; but as the weather gets better I expect to close a few more jobs from the show. There was a lot learned from the show and I will be changing the display completely for next year.  Our show is indoors and they will not allow you to work on a project while you are at the show. Next show I am going to do a piece that shows the whole process and maybe include some videos. Another company that does Flex-c-ment was showing a video on loop and as a result they always had traffic jams at their booth with people watching. I might install a screen right into an artificial rock instead of a plaque.

I just finished a fireplace and now have to color it on Tuesday. I have a client that wants a fireplace done with Nathan's style of carving, They are looking to get it done within the next 2 mos. I'm trying to get a commitment without being pushy.

If we get a nice summer weather wise, I expect to do fairly well. I'm excited to really get going.

Are you going to Thom's Campinar? being that your fairly close.

The biggest problems that we ran into were People saw the fireplace and most thought thats what we do. They didn't grasp the concept of an overlay without walking them through it. I took it as a compliment that they were completely fooled, not one person realized that what we did was not real, Thats the up side, The down side was we got grouped in with the other stone guys and there were probably 20 at this show. As soon as someone realized that it was artificial that's when they became intrigued. In Canada this type of work is so new to the residential market that people assume it's real and sometimes pass you by because of that. They only see this kind of work at museums, zoo's and theme parks. One thing I heard a number of people say as they walked by was " wow that's beautiful, I could never afford that" They think it's real so the have a pre conceived idea that the cost is incredible to cut stones like that.

I like your Ideas and I'll certainly use them next time around, We do have to re-do the display though. It was way to heavy. We work out of our garage right now and don't have a fork lift.  

Thanks for the "atta boy". I was checkin' out ur pics, the flat work looks great! That's the next thing I want to tackle. Ive got old 4x tile counters I want to re-do and maybe a shower our two. where's the best place to go to learn the basic prep for doin counters?

FYI, I was REALLY diggin Ry Cooder! I'm gonna have to add that to my play list!

David,

You asked about the clay used in positive sculpting temple panels & marine invertebrates for mold-making, as well as use in scale models.  I use an inexpensive product called Klean Klay which is supplied by Art Chemical Products Inc, 

1019 Salamonie Ave, Huntington, IN 46750      (260)-356-2328

This material is far superior to any other oil-based clay.

-Allan Sutherland

David... I truly appreciate your feedback. I will review Bryan Gauthier website. And yes, I agree that Nathan carving style is superb. I am keen to learn and develop these skills. However, I've got to start managing my time better.  I am tight on time and spending time to learn about vertical overlays is a bit risky. However, every time I visit Nathans website and look at his work, I feel inspired and I honestly can’t resist the beauty in his work. A beauty that makes you comeback every time … despite your time limitations. I really feel passionate about it. Thank you for all the encouragement and support.

i agree you kick a$$!!! lol!

THANKS DAVID! this too is a great idea as i have been making a budget to advertise but this idea is very good sounds like a pretty good way of easing price shock on new comers to this awsome craft and help nail down some work.... thanks again david!

hey david just wonderin how its goin and whenare you gunna post finished pics of all that beautiful rock work you just did!?

hello david!! thanks for the thoughts on the sighn i have had similar thoughts on ways of doing the art work and not the whole structure. when i get home i will be doing many things including a few visits to some local sign builders and your feild trip will also be in the works along with some other plans of attack so to speak utilizing all that great info i have recieved from many of you on here!! i will be back home by tomorrow night and back to reality lol . hope to see you at the naples gig!!

have a good one

scott