Woodworking
Free Presentation: Marquetry, Then and Now
Meeting Times
- Sun, 5/5/2024 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Sun, 5/5/2024
About
Paul Schürch, a marquetry expert from Hawaii who will be teaching a three-day woodworking class at BARN, will share the history and diversity of this craft in a free presentation open to all.
Marquetry is the craft of piecing together thin pieces of wood with contrasting colors and grain lines to create designs that decorate everything from furniture to boxes or can simply be displayed as artwork on its own. Schürch has even used veneer to create wearable garments made of wood, including a cocktail dress featured on his website.
He will discuss how marquetry differs from inlay, another decorative wood technique that uses thin pieces of contrasting wood. And he will discuss historical techniques, modern-day adaptations, and ways of using materials and techniques with a minimum of tooling to give fast and professional results.
This presentation will double as the Woodworkers' Monthly Presentation for May. Everyone is welcome, and you don't need to register in advance.
BARN Policies
- View BARN's current COVID-19 health & safety protocols.
- Makerspaces like BARN can be noisy, cluttered, have strong odors, and bright or flickering lights. We try to make accommodations when requested; the earlier you contact us, the more likely we can help. Please email accessibility@bainbridgebarn.org to find out more or request an accommodation.
- For those who might need assistance, learn more about BARN's Companion Program.
Instructors or Guides
Paul Schürch
