Why Woodturning is Turning Heads: A Q&A with ACE Artist Mark Waninger

As the folks from the Chicago Botanic Garden know, nature itself can be an art form. For this year’s American Craft Exposition (ACE), many artists are using the elements of nature in their own work. Perhaps none better than first-time ACE artist Mark Waninger, whose woodturning has turned many heads. Waninger uses native Indiana hardwood trees, which Indiana woodworkers have …

A Note from our Co-Chairs: What you can look forward to at ACE 2016

With the 2016 American Craft Exposition (ACE) only one month away, preparations are in full-swing to make this year’s Show the best yet! Our dedicated team of volunteers is working around the clock to bring an incredibly talented group of over 140 artists to one of the most magnificent venues the Midwest has to offer – the Chicago Botanic Garden. Our …