Wood you could you?

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I have been experimenting a bit more, trying to expand my artistic skills with wood.  With scroll saws, there are two methods that can be used to create artwork.  Segmentation and Intarsia.  It is the latter I will discuss today, as this is my focus at the moment.

Below is the first stage of my current Intarsia project. I am using a combination of scroll sawing and hand carving. Next comes rotary tool and then barrel sanding, this is my rough cut and profiling stage. Next comes the rotary tool shaping and sanding to give a 3D effect, then the glue up. When I drill the eyes, I may use marbles for them.

I need to make the basket look like wicker and rope. Sadly, the darker wood I have on hand was not thick enough, so I am going to have to stain a couple pieces medium pieces darker to get the coloring I want.


As you can see, Intarsia is a woodworking technique that involves creating a mosaic-like image by piecing together different species and colors of wood. The result showcases the natural beauty of wood in a unique and intricate way. Though it has been around for centuries, intarsia continues to be valued as a form of art today.

One of the greatest values of intarsia as an art form is its ability to showcase the natural beauty of wood. Unlike painting or sculpture, intarsia takes advantage of the unique colors, grains, and textures found in different species of wood. This allows artists to create works that are both visually stunning and deeply connected to the natural world. When done skillfully, intarsia can make it appear as if the image being depicted is a natural part of the wood itself.

Another value of intarsia is the level of skill and craftsmanship required to create it. Intarsia artists must be highly skilled in both woodworking and design to create the intricate patterns and shapes required. This requires a deep understanding of the properties of different types of wood, as well as the ability to work with precision and attention to detail. As a result, intarsia pieces are highly valued for the level of skill and expertise that went into creating them.

I have quite a way to go, as I learn how to create my mosaics from wood.

The recently finished result.



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