MARQUETRY
Night Bloom by Julie Godfrey, Claro walnut, assorted marquetry woods (39”x14”x56”), 2000
Closeup of Lily Pond by Julie Godfrey
Julie Godfrey
June 30 – July 4
In this course, Julie teaches the full marquetry process, including design and drawing, veneer selection, double-bevel sawing with fret and scroll saws, taping, pressing, and finishing. With individualized instruction, beginning students master basic techniques while more experienced students progress to elaborate compositions. She presents more advanced techniques through hands-on demonstrations and slide shows, including parquetry, inlay, Boulle cutting with brass, repetitive packet cutting, and three dimensional drawing and design. Students are encouraged, but not required, to come with designs and projects in mind.
Julie Godfrey is a furniture maker in Greenfield, Mass. A graduate of the College of the Redwoods’ Fine Woodworking Program, she did an informal apprenticeship with master marquetarian Silas Kopf over a ten-year period while pursuing her own work. More recently, Julie wrote the section on marquetry in James Krenov’s book, With Wakened Hands. She also serves as contributor and consultant to Fine Woodworking magazine for marquetry and veneering questions.