NEXT MONTHLY VIRTUAL MEETING: February 19, 6:00 p.m. MST
Subject: This session’s program is an important one to us all though it may not seem that way at first glance. It is about processes and teaching methods for classes and workshops. As a former long tenured teacher, I can say from experience, if you want to really know a subject – teach it. The value to us all will come from learning how to present what we know to others. This is important to the Guild and the success of the summer Exhibit because if you plan to demonstrate at the exhibit, volunteer to help teach a class in the future, or simply to explain how marquetry is completed as in the written statement needed for each piece of exhibit work. I believe you will get more out of this program than you currently think now.
WORKSHOP ALERT
The March workshop will be in a different location and on a different date due to library scheduling conflicts at the Erie Community Library location. The new date is March 7,2026 from 10:30 to 2:30pm at the Carbon Valley Regional Library, Longmont (east of I-25 in what looks like north Firestone.)
This is a joint collaboration between multiple marquetry artists that will produce a wall mural for one of the walls of that institution offering encouragement and love for the kids being treated at that facility. For more information click HERE!
FREE WORKSHOPS CONTINUE IN 2026
Workshops are open to anyone, including non-members wanting to try the craft. All skill levels may work with and learn from other members during an informal four-hour period. Tools and materials, including veneer, are available for beginners to borrow free of charge.
The March workshop is on the 7th at the Carbon Valley Regional Library in Longmont, more like North Firestone (east of I-25) from 10:30 to 2:30pm.
Here you can find tips and tricks for making and enhancing your marquetry pieces. Go HERE for more details on the following topics:
WANTED: NEW WORKSHOP COORDINATOR
The Guild needs someone to schedule and maintain the monthly workshops. You can get more information and apply, email with Fred Schmidt at rmmarquetryguild@gmail.com.
LEARN FROM GUILD MEMBERS’ EXPERIENCE
It’s our greatest resource, and some of it has been captured on this website. From fundamentals to artistic techniques, members have shared some of the knowledge behind their enjoyment and success in creating marquetry.
GUILD ELECTS OFFICERS FOR 2025
At the meeting on January 16, guild members present approved the slate of officers for 2025.
President: Fred Schmidt of Severance, Colorado
Vice-president: John Felten, Billings, Montana
Secretary: Dennis Chenoweth of Ventura, California
Treasurer: Clark Cummings of Loveland, Colorado
ANNUAL DUES REMAIN $25 FOR EXISTING MEMBERS
Checks made out to Rocky Mountain Marquetry Guild may be sent to Clark Cummings. See guild directory for the address. Dues may be paid through Paypal, using the guild’s email address, available on the guild directory page.
INTERESTED IN BECOMING A MEMBER?
Please click HERE which will take you to a page with our application form. Download and print that form, fill it out and mail it with your check per the instructions on that form.
ARTISTIC MARQUETRY TECHNIQUES: ONLINE CLASS AVAILABLE
Guild member Rich Gady offers the class through craftsy.com
Following mentoring by renowned marquetarian Silas Kopf, Rich taught marquetry and woodworking for years at Red Rocks Community College in the Greater Denver Area.
Pictured here is an example of Rich’s work for which he is especially well known in the guild.
Rich uses contrasting veneer to create marquetry with shadows on a window sill. It looks three-dimensional, but the entire piece hangs flat on a wall.
View more samples of his extraordinary work in our gallery.
Marquetry featured for Guild News was created by Scott Roth
Logo design courtesy of Cindy Goldman
View the gallery of members' marquetry in various applications.
Explore sources of information and supplies, including the guild's popular scroll saw
Find out more about the craft and the advantages of joining the guild.
