Marquetry is an ancient form of art made using thin slices of wood called veneer.  Small pieces of veneer are cut from larger sheets and assembled to form an image.  A related technique, known as parquetry, is used to make geometric patterns that may be … Continue readingWhat is marquetry?

Pyrography is the formal name for a form of art made from burning wood.  Modern pyrography is done with an electrically heated stylus.  Different tips attached to the stylus allow the artist to vary shading, intensity and level of detail in a similar way to … Continue readingWhat is pyrography?

Marquetry is a finished wood surface. Periodic care, appropriate to the climate where you live, will help the piece last for a very long time and maintain its finish. For waxed pieces, reapplying wood wax or polish annually will help maintain the artwork.

In general, marquetry is hung like any painting. Natasha’s pieces come with anchors securely mounted into the back of the piece. Picture hanging wire, picture anchors and gallery-style mounting devices are compatible.

Similar to painting, large, complex pieces can take 50 to 100 hours of time, often spread over a few months. They are a labor of love and patience. Smaller pieces may take several hours and can be finished in a week or so.

Yes, depending on the project and her own art. Natasha has done several commissions for other artists who wanted to include her marquetry in their work. A number of her pieces have also been client-requested commissions. When she takes on a project, depending on a … Continue readingDo you take commissions?