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February 6, 2020
The Poetic Paper-Cuttings of Pippa Dyrlaga
The Poetic Paper-Cuttings of Pippa Dyrlaga

Based in Hebden Bridge, Yorkshire, Pippa Dyrlaga cuts each of her artworks in one sheet of paper. Her complex drawings transform a white page into a landscape filled with plants, animals, and strange characters. The artist starts by drawing each piece upside-down before cutting it. She then turns it to paint the details.

March 26, 2019
Miniature Birds Created with Paper and Watercolors
Miniature Birds Created with Paper and Watercolors

Vaishali Chudasama and Nayan are two designers based in Ahmedabad, India. Vaishali works as an illustrator, while Nayan is an interior designer. Together, they run an Etsy shop that sells some impressive paper cutted birds. Each papercut takes from four to eight hours to create, which is quite fast when you take the level of […]

May 27, 2017
Layered Laser-Cut Paper artworks inspired by Architecture by Eric Standley
Layered Laser-Cut Paper artworks inspired by Architecture by Eric Standley

Inspired by Gothic and Islamic architectural patterns, Eric Standley’s layered laser-cutting are just stunning. The artist stacks cutted paper on top of each other to enter a third dimension.

March 27, 2017
Paperboyo transforms famous landmarks using paper cutouts
Paperboyo transforms famous landmarks using paper cutouts

As designers and artists working with digital technology, it’s easy to get caught into overusing technology and special effect. Actually, art and design is probably more about creative ideas, not about technique only. Obviously, good and creative ideas that are well executed are the best. Rich McCor, a London-based paper cutting artist, had a simple […]

January 18, 2017
Incredible paper sculptures by Jeff Nishinaka
Incredible paper sculptures by Jeff Nishinaka

US-based artist Jeff Nishinaka creates amazing paper sculptures. He gives depth to his artworks by using many layers of paper and build unbelievable scenes inspired by nature or mythology. For the anecdote, one of Nishinaka’s good friends, who happens to also collect his sculptures, is Jacky Chan.

July 5, 2016
The impressive mandala-style paper cutting of Mr Riu
The impressive mandala-style paper cutting of Mr Riu

Mr Riu takes paper cutting to the next level, thanks to his infinite patience and the use of precision tools. Call the swivel knife, this tool is commonly used for leather craft. It helps you cut more smoothly as the head can rotate 360 degrees. You can follow his work on his Instagram or on […]

May 22, 2016
Paper-cutted abstract posters by Moniker
Paper-cutted abstract posters by Moniker

A set of posters designed by San-Francisco based agency Moniker for Designer Fund, an investment group dedicated to projects led by designers. Using abstract forms and paper cutting, Moniker created these posters for the Bridge speakers.