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How to Create Vibrant and Elaborate Paper Cuts

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About How to Create Vibrant and Elaborate Paper Cuts

Introduction

Tools + Materials

Creating Your Design

Transferring Your Design To Paper

Making Your First Cuts

Your Project

Final Thoughts

What You Will Learn?

  • Paper cutting is a traditional folk art that has lasted centuries. From elaborate Japanese kirigami to popular silhouette cuts of the 18th century and from the custom of decorative Jewish ketubot to the bright Mexican papel picado, the popularity paper cutting spans both time and culture. And it is as vibrant a medium for artists today as it was in 4th century China..
  • As a mixed media collage artist, paper cutting is a huge part of my art making practice. I’m excited to share the tips and techniques I’ve learned over the years with you..
  • Let’s make some beautiful and elaborate paper cuts together..
  • In this class you’ll learn:.
  • Make sure to download the free resources. I’ve created a list of my favorite paper cut artists, websites, and books to get you inspired, along with a shopping list for your tools/papers, and a series of templates you can download, print, and cut to hone your paper cutting skills..
  • Download Inspiration GuideDownload Shopping ListDownload Practice SheetDownload Medium Complex TemplateDownload Complex Template [JRR Tolkien Quote].
  • If you have questions, please feel to respond in the comments below and I’ll respond as quickly as I can..