20 to Papercraft

Author: Paper Panda
Publisher: Search Press Limited
ISBN: 1781262500
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 48

Book Description
Louise Firchau is an expert paper cutter and owner of the renowned online paper cuts company Paper Panda. Her gorgeous designs are much sought after, and here are twenty of them - all created by Louise especially for the book, and all in her distinctive and exquisite style. Each project consists of a full-size template and a photograph of the finished design, together with tips on cutting, or how to display the finished item and a 1-5 difficulty rating. With notes on basic papercutting techniques at the start of the book, this is a must-have buy for paper cutters looking for new and original ideas, as well as Louise's numerous fans worldwide.

Paper Cut

Author: Owen Gildersleeve
Publisher:
ISBN: 1592539025
Category : Kağıt sanatı, 21. yüzyıl
Languages : en
Pages : 194

Book Description
"Paper Cut" is a unique perspective into one of the most exciting fields of contemporary illustration. With contributions from 30 of the top papercraft illustrators, showcasing their amazing works and delving into their craft, this book will awe and inspire you. Author Owen Gildersleeve explores why these artists love papercraft, how they use it and what makes their work unique. See their ideas, inspirations and process in 250 full color photos that includes a range of interesting textured colored paper stocks dotted throughout. See exclusive works from designers like Chrissie MacDonald, Hattie Newman, Peter Callesen, Kyle Bean Helen Friel, Rob Ryan, Jeff Nishinaka and more!

Paper-cuts

Author:
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Paper work
Languages : en
Pages : 16

Book Description

Paper Panda's Guide to Papercutting

Author: Paper Panda
Publisher: National Geographic Books
ISBN: 1782213244
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
Paper Panda, aka Louise Firchau, is a papercutting superstar, with thousands of fans worldwide eager to purchase her distinctive and highly sought after papercut designs. In this gorgeous book, she shows you not only how its done in easy-to-follow steps, but also provides over 20 papercutting templates to try out for yourself. The book begins with a design section in which Paper Panda provides a personal account of what inspires her, how she works, and how Paper Panda came about. This is followed by the techniques section, in which step-by-step demonstrations illustrate various techniques, including infilling. There follows a fascinating insight into how the author creates finished artwork suitable for papercutting, then how to make the template itself, and how to use the finished papercut to make cards, framed pictures, and so on. There are 20 papercut projects in the book; five from Paper Panda herself and five each from three of Paper Pandas friends and colleagues (Sarah Trumbauer, Louise Dyer and Suzy Taylor) all accomplished papercutters in their own rights. Each project consists of a template, which is reproduced at full-size at the back of the book, and a finished paper cut, together with some simple instructions. The designs are simple enough for beginners, though attractive and interesting enough to inspire more advanced papercutters. The projects themselves include cards, decorations, and mounted and framed pictures to hang on the wall, all using a variety of coloured and patterned papers to show off Paper Panda and friends distinctive and beautiful designs to their best advantage.

Traditional Jewish Papercuts

Author: Joseph Shadur
Publisher: UPNE
ISBN: 9781584651659
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 302

Book Description
The definitive work on papercuts, a long-overlooked aspect of Jewish folk art.

Papercuts

Author: Paper Panda
Publisher: National Geographic Books
ISBN: 1782211918
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 0

The Beginner's Guide to Chinese Paper Cutting

Author: Zhao Ziping
Publisher: Shanghai Press
ISBN: 9781602201361
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 64

Book Description
With dozens of beautiful, original designs and detailed explanations, this Chinese paper cutting book is a great reference for beginners. Paper cutting is a popular papercraft in today's multicultural world, embracing a great variety of themes, designs and images. In China, its birthplace, it is regarded as an elegant traditional folk art. Chinese paper cuts reflect many aspects of life, including prosperity, health and the harvest. Paper cuts are typically used to decorate walls, windows and doors, or as patterns for embroidery and lacquer work. Rich in cultural tradition, with a long history of over 1,500 years, Chinese paper cutting was listed as a UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage in 2009. Easy to learn, paper cutting only requires paper and scissors which can be used to create a wide range of interesting paper cut outs. Instruction and inspiration can be found in The Beginner's Guide to Chinese Paper Cutting. This Chinese crafts book introduces all the basic elements of Chinese paper cutting, including the necessary preparation, basic techniques, simple practices and appreciation. The book's clear directions and illustrations will allow anyone to explore the art of paper cutting and start making their own works of art.

Papercut Woodland

Author: Sarah Dennis
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781780978987
Category : Paper work
Languages : en
Pages : 96

Book Description
Twenty original designs on a woodland theme have been created by talented papercut artist and illustrator Sarah Dennis. Starting with basic papercutting techniques and building to more delicate pieces, these projects can be used for cards, home decorations, and framed artworks. With their fresh modern feel, they can also be adapted for parties and events once the essential skills are mastered. Easy-to-follow instructions accompany step-by-step photographs and each project has been specially photographed to provide additional inspirational ideas for display. With pages and pages of templates already included, all you really need is a craft knife and cutting mat to get started, together with a little patience and concentration.

Creative Paper Cutting

Author: Cheong-Ah Hwang
Publisher: GMC Publications
ISBN: 9781861089205
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
Immerse yourself in the wonderful, fantastical world of papercutting: a delicate, beautiful means of creating original, intricate artworks that can adorn walls, be sent as greetings cards or encased in quirky containers, such as empty pocket watches, glass pendants, clocks or tin cans.

Paper Cutting Book

Author: Laura Heyenga
Publisher: Chronicle Books
ISBN: 0811874524
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 177

Book Description
There's a renaissance underway in the art form of cut paper, with an explosion of raw talent and an abundance of amazing work produced in the medium in recent years. This gorgeous volume features work from 26 contemporary international artists who are creating images of astonishing intricacy, using little more than paper and blade. Featuring a host of new discoveries and including art by such stars as Nikki McClure, Rob Ryan, and Thomas Allen, as well as a number of emerging practitioners, Paper Cutting is sure to engage art buffs and indie crafters alike. An in-depth introduction by paper art expert Natalie Avella illuminates the rich history of the centuries-old form, and a whimsical preface by beloved artist Rob Ryan rounds out this delightful collection.