Roman Clarkson

Viola Scroll

I wanted to go bold with this scroll. I love the protruding eyes. The scroll looks like sheet music rolled up.

Initial Scroll Work

Finally taking a break. I don’t make traditional Cremona scrolls. I am influenced by Brescian scroll work.

Prepping a soundbar

I know, it looks like a non traditional setup. You are right, it is my custom way of doing soundbars.

Scroll Prep

Once squared, it’s time to make an outline and start cutting.

20-1 “Forgiveness”

Fiddle Year: 2020 Materials: Back MapleTop: SpruceNeck: Maple Finish: Spirit Varnish Dimensions: Body length: 363 (13 7/8″)Bouts: 164, 112, 302Ribs: 29.5 all roundString length: 330Stop: 194 Notes: This is a follow up to the Dimpled Viola.  The sides on that instrument reminded me of reptile skin and that inspired me to try make something that […]

Purfling cleanup

Just wrapping up some purfling chores. It’s super cool to see my custom purfling on this viola. Love it!