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Stationery Office Gets Giant Fire-Breathing Dragon Made of Paper for ‘Game of Thrones’ Premiere

Fri, 12 Apr 2019 12:32:08 +0300

If you’ve been keeping up with HBO’s series Game of Thrones over the past seven seasons, you know that winter is finally here. The eighth and final season begins on April 14, 2019, and people around the world are celebrating its return. Office stationery suppliers Viking Direct have gone well beyond your standard viewing party and are instead playing hosts to a giant dragon art piece inspired by the show.

Japanese Artist Turns Product Packaging Into Art, And The Result Will Amaze You

Fri, 28 Dec 2018 10:14:55 +0300

Japanese artist Haruki, better known as Twitter user @02ESyRaez4VhR2l, recently gained Internet fame when he posted his artwork on the social media platform. What was the key to his success? He masterfully transformed used Japanese snack boxes into realistic figures!

I Use Nature To Color Animal Paper Silhouettes

Mon, 27 Jun 2016 10:21:12 +0300

Hello! My name is Nikolai Tolstyh. I am an artist from Russia. I like to combine photos with stencils.
First, I cut out paper silhouettes of animals and then choose a scene in nature that surrounds me to colourize an image. This series of works I called #mylightweightworld.

Russian Artist Creates Intricate Baroque Wigs From Paper

Wed, 03 Feb 2016 12:22:05 +0300

This is not your everyday paper art. Russian artist Asya Kozina has been turning paper into high-art for years, and won renown for her impressive Mongolian wedding costumes. Kozina explains her motivation: "Historical wigs always fascinated me, especially the baroque era," Kozina says. "this is art for art’s sake aesthetics for aesthetics — no practical sense, but they are beautifu"

Disney Characters From Layers Of Paper

Mon, 18 Jan 2016 12:08:18 +0300

The medium I use is something most people encounter as an everyday object – paper. I try to turn that ordinary object into something extraordinary. Something that asks the viewer to stop, to take a second look, and to think outside the box. I first got into paper art through pop-ups. I’ve always had a very good sense for 3D spatial reasoning so I found working with paper to be very natural.

Alice In The Paper Wonderland Form The Letter A

Wed, 23 Dec 2015 12:19:38 +0300

This is an interpretation of Lewis Carroll’s novel Alice in wonderland. Julianna Szabo combined two things she loves, typography and a story from her childhood. A for paper Alice combines the major characters of the story, including Cheshire cat, the white rabbit and Alice falling through the rabbit hole.

I Hand-Cut Personalized Paper Ornaments For My Friends This Christmas

Tue, 22 Dec 2015 11:23:41 +0300

I’ve been making these paper decorations for two months to create personalized gifts for Christmas. Most of them include the first letter of the name of a person the decoration is made for. As Christmas day is coming I wanted to share good mood and warm thoughts with you!

Artist Cuts Single Sheet Of Paper Into Halloween Scenes

Fri, 30 Oct 2015 14:36:08 +0300

British artist Marc Hagan-Guirey aka Paper Dandy has gained international attention with his Horrorgami cut-scenes inspired by classic horror films. Marc, who is lives and works in London, UK, uses little more than a scalpel and single sheet of A4 paper to create his work which has gained him an array of celebrity collectors including Jonathan Ross, Derren Brown and Star Wars director, JJ Abrams.

Discover The Hidden Charm Of Famous Landmarks With Paper Cutouts

Fri, 23 Oct 2015 14:13:27 +0300

There’s countless photographs online seemingly showing tourists single-handedly holding up the Leaning Tower of Pisa. So much so that it’s getting a little old, and definitely less believable; so what about transforming Big Ben into a wristwatch? London-based photographer Rich McCor uses just a piece of paper and a pair of scissors to create simple cutouts that transform iconic landmarks into something else entirely.

DIY Geometric Paper Masks For Halloween

Fri, 16 Oct 2015 14:05:56 +0300

My name is Steve Wintercroft, I design three-dimensional masks and supply instructions that enable other people to make them. To take raw material and turn it into a new object becomes very rewarding experience. For this Halloween, I’ve designed a collection of new masks inspired by traditional Halloween themes. I’ve also included a few new animals to keep things interesting.

I Handcut Paper Animals And Use The Sky To Bring Them To Life

Thu, 10 Sep 2015 11:16:48 +0300

My name is Jo Chorny also known as peaceofpaper, and I create art by cutting paper with a scalpel. My favourite way of photographing my papercuts is to hold them against the sky; I love the dramatic effect this gives, and the variation of colours and textures in the sky as a backdrop. Plus this way you can see my intricate cutting more clearly.

Woman Quits Her HR Job To Create Paper Art

Mon, 10 Aug 2015 11:24:16 +0300

It can be terrifying to leave the security of a salaried job to pursue your passion, but this is precisely what Turkish artist Sena Runa did earlier this year. The former HR specialist now does paper quilling full time. Quilling or paper filigree “is an art form that involves the use of strips of paper that are rolled, shaped, and glued together to create decorative designs.” While quilling was common during the Renaissance and 18th century, it now enjoying a seeing a resurgence in popularity.

Paper Adventures With Alice In Wonderland

Tue, 12 May 2015 10:41:06 +0300

Adamova Marina is a Russian paper artist and illustrator known as Talamaska. Two years ago she made her first series of paper illustrations of “Alice’s Adventures In Wonderland” by L.Carroll. That’s where her way as paper artist started. There were three things she liked the most: sharp knife she used, second meaning in fairytales and symbolism in illustration.

If You Give A Creative Person Paper, They Can Make Smth Like This

Fri, 30 Jan 2015 11:07:54 +0300

Artist Crystal Wagner creates intricate installations that sprawl across walls, floors, and ceilings. Her work contains organic shapes that make them look like strange algae or primitive deep sea creatures. With a background in printmaking, Wagner's art pieces are combinations of two- and three-dimensional forms, full of pattern, color, and texture.

These Spinning Worlds Were Created Using Only Paper And Imagination

Mon, 19 Jan 2015 12:53:12 +0300

Using layers of paper and a light source, Er creates unique worlds that are at once mysterious and charming. Some of the circular pieces even rotate, creating a moving, living world around her characters. The light behind the paper allows the images to emerge from the darkness, as though you've come from a thick forest into a bright clearing.

Incredibly Detailed Hand-Cut Paper Art

Wed, 31 Dec 2014 12:55:12 +0300

New York-based artist Maude White is back with some new meticulously crafted paper illustrations. Believe it or not, but these awe-inspiring paper cuttings are made entirely by hand, using only a craft knife. “When I cut paper, I feel as if I am peeling back the outer, superficial layer of our vision to reveal the secret space beneath,” explains White in her artist’s statement. “With paper cutting there are so many opportunities to create negative space that tells its own story. Letting the observer become present in the piece allows him or her to look through it.”

22 People Who Weren't Even Trying To Wrap Your Christmas Present

Wed, 24 Dec 2014 10:22:32 +0300

Sometimes it's worth paying the extra $6 to have the people at the mall wrap your Christmas presents. Too bad no one recommended it to these gift givers.

Intricate Paper Animals Crafted with Elaborate Origami Techniques

Fri, 19 Dec 2014 13:24:07 +0300

Polish artist Piotr Sokolowski’s elaborate origami creations use intricate tucks and folds to bring three-dimensional paper animals to life. To make the creatures, the artist uses the practice of modular origami — folding paper and creating multiple components, then joining the components into one larger creation without adhesive such as glue or string. Some of the animals display impressive plumage and adorable facial expressions while others, such as a coiled cobra, are more menacing.

Mesmerizing Paper Sculptures by Jen Stark

Tue, 09 Dec 2014 12:51:33 +0300

Stark's kaleidoscopic sculptures are made of geometric layers of colored paper that spiral inward to form a hypnotic, rainbow-hued abyss. Endlessly mesmerizing, the three-dimensional works burst with such vibrance and texture that viewing them makes for an incredibly psychedelic experience.

You'll Never Believe The Latest Dating Trend Hitting The Streets

Wed, 19 Nov 2014 13:42:26 +0300

People claiming to have a hard time finding love can exhaust an insane amount of resources. Single people can use speed dating conferences, dating apps, online dating, real life meet-ups, and everything else in between. If you failed at those and haven't given up hope yet, there is a new dating trend out there...and you better bring your personality A-game to it.

Layered Paper Sculptures Look Invisible From Certain Angles

Thu, 13 Nov 2014 09:53:43 +0300

Korean artist Ho Yoon Shin creates delicate sculptures with paper that appear to vanish when viewed from certain angles. Each fragile sculpture is handcrafted as thin layers of cut paper, aligned so that they look like one whole entity from multiple perspectives and seem to be in an invisible state from particular points of view. Ultimately, the viewer needs to walk around each sculpture to fully realize the artist's skilled work.

Geometric Paper Animal Sculptures

Thu, 06 Nov 2014 11:08:35 +0300

Wolfram Kampffmeyer, a talented artist based in Germany, creates beautiful geometric paper animal sculptures in elegant pastel colors that look like computer models that have come to life. These paper critters’ resemblance to 3d computer models is intentional. Kampffmeyer, who studies Computer Animation, writes, “if you are sitting in front of the computer all day watching your virtual models, you start wishing to hold them in your hands.“

This Girl Turned A Bucket Of Paper Mache Into A Masterpiece.

Mon, 08 Sep 2014 10:47:26 +0400

Reddit user Brittani Austin created an amazing sculpture that she calls "Serpent of the Self." This week she shared pictures of her creation on the website's art subreddit, and they are truly spectacular. What she used to create this epic piece of art can be found in any 1st grade classroom. She used paper mache. Paper, fabric, wire, and some rock hard water putty are what's in her spectacularly unique work of art. Just wait until you see the finished product.

Li Hongbo sculptures

Mon, 01 Sep 2014 14:02:41 +0400

Artist Li Hongbo began his relationship with paper while working as a book publisher. To create his beautiful sculptures, he glues sheets of paper together. Then, he meticulously hand cuts them to perfection.

Toilet paper wedding dress

Mon, 26 May 2014 11:37:31 +0400

Most wedding dresses cost upwards of $3,000 (and a lot of blood, sweat, tears and epic family fights). This one, however… might have cost its designer about $10. An incredibly talented Redditor and artist specializes in making the coolest and geekiest stuff you’ll ever see. One day she decided to make her own wedding dress. It was made from toilet paper.

Bearded Dragon Paper Art

Mon, 14 Apr 2014 09:27:42 +0400

Bearded Dragon made out of cardboard is an example of awesome paper art.

Paper Craft By Lobulo Design

Tue, 01 Apr 2014 11:15:08 +0400

London-based Lobulo Design (who is actually just a single desiner who goes by Lobulo) creates wonderful, vibrant designs using paper. From pop culture to anatomy and the natural world it seems like nothing is off limits.

The Origami Animals of Matthieu Georger

Sat, 07 Sep 2013 15:01:41 +0400

Matthieu Georger is an amazing origami artist that can not only fold advanced and technical designs from other origami masters, but also creates his own designs, such as the bull and bear below. On his wonderful Flickr profile you will find a large collection of mostly animal origami. The well-lit and close up photographs of each artwork really let you appreciate the detail involved in each piece. Below you will find my ten personal favourites, but be sure to check out Matthieu’s profile for 120 more breathtaking designs.

People Too’s Brilliant Paper Sculptures

Mon, 02 Sep 2013 10:06:07 +0400

People Too is the name of a Russian paper-craft agency run by two talented artist Lena Erlikh and Aleksey Lyapunov. Hailing from Novosibirsk, the magnificent duo has been creating incredibly detailed sculptures produced out of paper depicting scenes from everyday life. Some of their work is commissioned by various agencies. Recently, they were hired by Amnesty International, a non- governmental organization focused on human rights, for an advertising campaign “Fan the flame”.