This video showcases a project featuring inlay made from abalone shell. The wood used is apple, which has been sanded to 600 grit and finished with sanding sealer followed by abrasive paste. The ...

Lacquerware, “najeonjang” or “najeon chilgi,” is Intangible Cultural Property No. 10 for Korea. Made with abalone inlay, precious materials, and lacquer (“ottchil”), these wood and metal works are a ...

Tom Schotland, of Rochester, is making his mark on the international guitar scene. His inlay materials are in high demand and have been used in guitars made by famous companies including Martin, Paul ...

Gibson has just made its 100th SJ-200 Monarch and quite possibly the most opulent acoustic guitar it has ever made. A one-of-one, totally unique SJ-200 in Tri-Burst, with Brazilian rosewood on the ...