Description
Pacific Northwest Coast Native Art in Marquetry is an introduction to the art form of marquetry or painting with wood veneers using Pacific Northwest classic design forms. This step-by-step guide by Paul R. Dean provides instructions for reproducing a Nuuchahnulth blue hummingbird design using cutting exercises. Marquetry is the art and craft of applying pieces of wood veneer to a structure to form decorative patterns, designs or pictures. The author clearly and concisely outlines necessary supplies, tools, materials and methods for adapting Northwest Coast art style to their wood products. Illustrations and diagrams are provided. Recommended resource books are listed. This unique art form would be most useful for art students studying Northwest Coast art forms. Recommended.