One local resident is hoping to revive a dying art form in Filton, by inviting others to share his love of the hobby.
Brian Adams’ interest in marquetry — an ancient woodworking technique dating back to the Egyptian period — began 38 years ago. Marquetry involves applying veneer to create or enhance a work of art, such as a picture or a jewellery box.
Brian, who is a member of the International Marquetry Society, said: “I have always loved the natural wood grains produced from our trees.
“They are a beauty of their own and can be used to create unique works of art and craft.
“Using various veneers and placing [them] together they can bring a very satisfying hobby, spending many happy hours of enjoyment in seeing the finished art form that you can create.
“It is a safe, inexpensive hobby which can be carried out in the comfort of your own home.”
Brian added: “I personally did my first piece some 38 years ago. I have since resurrected my hobby in the last 10 years completing all sorts of work — jewellery boxes, pencil cases, trinket boxes, money boxes, various pictures and some restoration of some 120-year-old antique Tunbridge Ware sewing boxes which was very satisfying.”
Brian is inviting residents to try out the hobby, where attendees can receive help in designing and producing their own table coasters.
Meeting are held the third Wednesday every month, 1pm in room two at St Andrew’s Church.
For more information, email Brian on laser202020@gmail.com
