Module #1 Introduction to Advanced Marquetry Overview of advanced marquetry techniques and tools required for the course
Module #2 Design Principles for Marquetry Understanding design elements, symmetry, and composition for creating stunning marquetry pieces
Module #3 Veneer Selection and Preparation Choosing and preparing veneers for advanced marquetry projects, including cutting and sorting
Module #4 Advanced Cutting Techniques Mastering advanced cutting techniques using a chevalet and other specialized tools
Module #5 Segmented Turning and Assembly Creating complex segmented turning patterns and assembling them with precision
Module #6 Marquetry Application and Shading Applying marquetry to curved and irregular surfaces, including shading and blending techniques
Module #7 Inlays and Stringing Creating intricate inlays and stringing designs using various materials and techniques
Module #8 Marquetry and Veneer Repair Techniques for repairing damaged marquetry and veneer, including filling gaps and cracks
Module #9 Veneering Complex Shapes Mastering veneering techniques for curved, tapered, and irregular shapes
Module #10 Creating Marquetry Mosaics Designing and constructing marquetry mosaics using small pieces of veneer
Module #11 Micro-Marquetry Techniques for creating extremely small and intricate marquetry designs
Module #12 Working with Exotic Veneers Sourcing, preparing, and working with exotic and rare veneers
Module #13 Advanced Veneer Laminating Creating complex laminated veneer constructions using various techniques and materials
Module #14 Marquetry and Veneer Finishing Applying finishes to enhance and protect marquetry and veneer, including wax, oil, and lacquer
Module #15 Designing for Marquetry and Veneer Creating original designs that showcase marquetry and veneer techniques
Module #16 Building a Marquetry Project Guided project building experience, applying advanced marquetry and veneering techniques
Module #17 Troubleshooting Common Issues Identifying and solving common problems that arise in advanced marquetry and veneering projects
Module #18 Advanced Marquetry Tools and Jigs Creating and using specialized tools and jigs to streamline the marquetry process
Module #19 Veneering with Unconventional Materials Experimenting with alternative materials, such as shell, metal, and stone, for veneering
Module #20 Marquetry and Veneer Restoration Techniques for restoring and conserving antique and historic marquetry and veneer pieces
Module #21 Digital Design for Marquetry Using computer-aided design software to create complex marquetry designs and patterns
Module #22 Collaborative Project:Marquetry and Other Crafts Combining marquetry and veneering with other crafts, such as woodworking, metalworking, or textiles
Module #23 Creating Marquetry for Specific Objects Designing and creating marquetry for specific objects, such as furniture, boxes, or musical instruments
Module #24 Business of Marquetry and Veneering Marketing, pricing, and selling marquetry and veneering projects, including building a business plan
Module #25 Course Wrap-Up & Conclusion Planning next steps in Advanced Marquetry and Veneering Techniques career
