Introduction to Marquetry
Don Peterson

Experience Level: Introductory, No prior experience needed

Friday March 6, 6-9pm, Saturday March 7, 9am-4pm, & Sunday March 8, 9am-12pm (3 sessions)

Ages 18+ 

Marquetry is a process of creating pictures in wood using thin veneers of many species: The veneers are cut and taped together, then glued down to a background material. Don teaches the full marquetry process for creating pictures with veneers using the packet method. Through demonstrations, one-on-one guidance, and hands-on practice, students learn to select a design, choose veneers, sand shade, assemble and cut the design, glue, press and clean-up. We will also demonstrate double-bevel marquetry

Materials are included in the cost of tuition, a tool list will be provided closer to the start of class

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