Here is a slightly less traditional rosette for a classical guitar. Instead of a central mosaic there is a band of Tahitian black mother of pearl.
Here are some rosettes I'm working on at the moment. These are all about dynamic symmetry and each square is 2/3 ratio to the next into infinity, though it's just implied...
Jeffrey Ashton at Marylhurst
Per request, here is some audio of the most recent parlor guitar. Also, big thanks to Steve Cheseborough, a great blues player and owner of a Sipe parlor guitar
Check out the new parlor guitar for sale on the inventory page.
For those of you who have known me for the past 3 or so years, you know that I have been working on my shop space the entire time.
The 2014 GFA Convention & Competition, to be held in Los Angeles, is certain to be memorable for all guitarists and music-lovers.