About Paper cutting
Paper cutting is the art of cutting paper with sharp scissors or a knife and can be as simple or intricate as the artist chooses.
It has definitely stood the test of time and continues to be a popular art form in many cultures.
Paper cutting is an art with a long history, originating in the 4th century after the invention of the paper by the Chinese. Some of the earliest uses for paper cutting was religious decoration or stencils used for patterns in embroidery. For a long time, the art form was popular among high-society women, but it soon spread to other classes. Paper cutting practices ranged from the skilled craftsman to its evolution into the folk art world with people displaying paper cut designs in windows, as paper lanterns and on furniture - just to name a few.
Many other cultures began using paper cutting in a variety of different techniques and as part of celebrations. A couple of the most popular cultural uses for paper cutting are Papal Picado banners in Mexico or Kirigami in Japan.
Paper cut silhouettes became popular in England during the Middle Ages and became an art form in itself.
About the Artist
My name is Natalie and I live with my partner, 3 cats & my baby - a miniature Dachshund called Colin.
I have been passionate about art for as long as I can remember!
I studied sculpture for while, which I absolutely loved, then developed an interest in Special FX makeup which, unfortunately, I never developed professionally.
I still LOVE Halloween though :)
I discovered my love for paper cutting after researching online and discovering the amazing art that is out there using this versatile technique.
I ordered a starter kit and have never looked back!
Most of my work is based on nature, especially animals because I just love everything to do with animals and nature; I can't think of a better subject!
