Spider Johnson

Wood Marquetry" is otherwise known as "Wood Mosaic" or "Intarsia." Some people call it "Wood Inlay." It simply means that many pieces of wood are cut and fit together to create an image. An ancient art form, it reached its ascendancy during the Italian Renaissance where master artists created pieces comparable to the finest painting and sculpture of the day.  Spider Johnson is one of the living masters of this art, with almost 30 years of "painting with wood" to make large and small marquetry artworks.

Texas born and bred, Spider lives in the Hill Country where he maintains his art studio.  His award-winning artwork can be found worldwide in public and private collections and has been featured in numerous national publications.  He is also renowned as a performing musician and website designer.