They said I couldn't reply to your post so I've started a new one.

I can't believe the artistry of those absorbed in Intarsia. I have a friend who makes violins, 'cellos and double bases from Australian timbers. He is dyslexic and innumerate ("I like books with pictures in them") and his work is entirely visual and tactile. What he produces is stunning, both visually and aurally. His bee-stings are heaven! It makes me weep! Your work is breathtaking on a similar level. For God's sake keep going.

Stunning! Just Stunning.