I have designed  unique patterns for much of the work I have created.  The patterns that I have are only available for sale through this site. You will be able to construct your own non-commercial piece of work, and by using different types of wood, you can create a fresh, unique piece of  art.

 Intarsia patterns currently available:
Click on any picture to go to the Intarsia Gallery

What is Intarsia?

The art of intarsia was originally started  about the fifteenth century, a time when today's stains, dyes, and paints were not available.  The artists of that day used only the natural colors of wood which were available to them.  A hand rubbed finish was used to bring out the natural colors of the different types of wood.  Intarsia is one of the oldest forms of art in existence. 
 
I incorporate the same craftsmanship into creating my works of art, which I like to call "Artistry in Wood".  Some of the wood art I have created can be viewed in my on-line Gallery.

Absolutely no stains, dyes, or paints are applied to my work.  The finish  I use is a Matte finish, which brings out the natural colors of the woods selected to create the piece.

Click here to see the James Baines Clipper Ship from painting to finished intarsia piece.

Learning Intarsia

Classes are available in Lake Havasu City, Arizona at the "Artistry  in Wood" studio. You can learn to do this classic art of intarsia with 35 hours of "hands-on" instruction by Don Claar. Click for more information on Intarsia Classes

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