Veneer Tech Craftsman's Challenge Winners
Winners have pushed the envelope in terms of woodworking skill, problem-solving strategies, innovative approaches to using wood veneer, and creative design ranging from the whimsical to the outrageous to the drop-dead gorgeous.
Winners have pushed the envelope in terms of woodworking skill, problem-solving strategies, innovative approaches to using wood veneer, and creative design ranging from the whimsical to the outrageous to the drop-dead gorgeous.
The grand prize in 2016 was awarded to Craig Thibodeau of CT Fine Furniture for his "Automaton Table."
The 2009 cabinetry category winner was Paul Mann Custom Boats, for his custom interior work on the Ann Warrick, a 76-foot custom-built sportfishing yacht.
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bookmatch and is trimmed by a line of Cocobolo. For the ends of the table, Prioli cut the veneer at a slight angle in order to extend the radial effect throughout the piece. The marquetry was all hand cut using a scroll saw and then inlayed into Walnut veneer using a chisel. The knotwork, cut from Maple burl and Walnut burl, are sandshaded to give them depth and form."
Other standout Veneer Tech Craftsman's Challenge previous year winners include:
Paul Mann Custom Boats, the 2009 cabinetry category winner for his custom interior work on the Ann Warrick, a 76-foot custom-built sportfishing yacht.
Mann spared no expense to achieve the owner's aim of creating a world-class tournament billfishing vessel with all the amenities of a luxury yacht. Hand selected plain-sliced Cherry was accented with Carpathian Elm burl accents and complemented with solid marble countertops. "Hand selected sheet veneers were the only cabinetry material light enough and pleasing to the eye enough to achieve the owner's desire for fast travel to fishing destinations and world-class luxury accommodations," said Mann.
The 2018 Veneer Tech Craftsmen's Challenge award winners will be announced at IWF Atlanta on August 23, 2018.
Frequently asked questions
Who won the grand prize in the 2016 Veneer Tech Craftsman's Challenge?+
Craig Thibodeau of CT Fine Furniture won the 2016 grand prize for his 'Automaton Table.'
Who won the 2009 cabinetry category in the Veneer Tech Craftsman's Challenge?+
Paul Mann Custom Boats won the 2009 cabinetry category for custom interior work on the Ann Warrick, a 76-foot custom-built sportfishing yacht.
What veneers were used on the Ann Warrick sportfishing yacht interior?+
The interior featured hand-selected plain-sliced Cherry accented with Carpathian Elm burl, complemented by solid marble countertops. Mann chose sheet veneers because they were light enough for fast travel while still providing a world-class luxury appearance.
How was the marquetry created on Prioli's veneered table?+
The marquetry was hand cut using a scroll saw and then inlayed into Walnut veneer using a chisel. Knotwork pieces cut from Maple burl and Walnut burl were sandshaded to give them depth and form.
Why did Prioli cut the veneer at an angle on the ends of the table?+
Prioli cut the veneer at a slight angle on the ends of the table in order to extend the radial effect throughout the piece, which also features a bookmatch trimmed by a line of Cocobolo.
When will the 2018 Veneer Tech Craftsman's Challenge winners be announced?+
The 2018 Veneer Tech Craftsman's Challenge award winners will be announced at IWF Atlanta on August 23, 2018.