The Three Tenons exhibition reveals beauty of handcrafted timber

Published on 14 May 2026

Three Toowoomba woodworkers, Brian Cotter, Andrew MacDonald and Michael Schoemaker, are showcasing their shared passion for crafting recycled and reclaimed timber in an exhibition titled, The Three Tenons, that will be on display at Goombungee’s Rosalie Gallery from May 20 to June 21, 2026.

The idea for the exhibition originated from the trio’s irregular but inspiring meetings at various craft events across Toowoomba.

The informal collective brings together diverse practices under a unifying commitment to sustainability, craftsmanship and collaboration. 

At the heart of the exhibition is the concept of mortice and tenon joinery, which is a time-honoured woodworking technique that symbolises strength, connection and integrity. 

This motif serves both as a literal feature in some of the works and as a metaphor for the collaborative spirit of the three artisans. 

The Three Tenons presents a diverse range of furniture, sculptural works, and functional pieces such as bowls and boxes.

The exhibition’s Artist Talk will be held on Saturday, May 23 at 1pm. 

For more information, please see: www.tr.qld.gov.au/rosaliegallery

For further information, contact the Gallery on (07) 4696 5600 or rosalie.gallery@tr.qld.gov.au 

Entry is free. 

Rosalie Gallery is located at 89 Mocatta Street, Goombungee. The gallery is open from 10.30am to 3.30pm Wednesday to Sunday and closed on Monday, Tuesday and public holidays. Entry is free.

Images:

1. The Three Tenons 2026 / L – R Michael Schoemaker, Brian Cotter and Andrew MacDonald / Photographer: Cindy MacDonald / © Cindy MacDonald (top)

2. Stool and tools 2026 / Photographer: Cindy MacDonald / © Cindy MacDonald (below)

3. Shave horse and tools 2026 / Photographer: Cindy MacDonald / © Cindy MacDonald (bottom)