Mudlark Collection

Mudlark Collection
Laser etched acrylic on veneered plywood, mother-of-pearl and farthing.
Displayed on an acrylic stand.
15 x 12 cm
 
Each artwork is limited edition with only five variations being made from each design. Every artwork is backed with a Certificate of Authentication.
 
The Artist:
Amber Joy is a Sussex based Surface Design Artist, formally trained in Furniture Conservation and Restoration with a specialism in Marquetry. She has spent fifteen years honing her skills with wood veneer and precious materials, training in historical techniques at Buckinghamshire New University, Lycée des métiers Jacques Brel and École Boulle, Paris. before working with industrial laser cutters in a high-end furniture company.
Amber now amalgamates the heritage craft of marquetry with modern cutting techniques to create contemporary and accessible artwork. Works are based around everyday objects, highlighting the beauty of veneer and the endless textures and colours it can create.
 
All pieces are made from laser cut and etched wood veneer, backed onto plywood. Each piece combines a mixture of dyed, natural and reconstituted veneer, many of which are recycled offcuts.