Course Code: 26SPE009I
This in-person workshop takes place on Saturday, April 4th, from 11AM to 5PM ET
Please Note: Registration for this workshop closes on March 21st, at 11:59pm Eastern Time.
About the Workshop:
Expand your creativity and skills
In this intensive class filled with serious fun, participants will explore the unique possibilities of papercutting techniques and their diverse applications. We will begin with a presentation that traces the history of papercut art, showcasing its evolution from historical roots to contemporary installations across various countries.
Through a series of creative exercises, students will learn about full and empty compositions, as well as how to adapt reference images into stunning papercuts. Participants will create a variety of works, including black-and-white scenes, colorful collages, and dynamic pop-ups. We will also discuss stenciling, wearable art, and larger-scale projects.
Throughout the class, valuable tips and tricks will be shared to enhance your skills. No prior experience is necessary
Required Materials:
- cutting mat
- x-acto knife and blades 11 or equivalent
- tracing paper
- glue: sticks or PVA, double side scotch tape
- stapler
- images: old magazine, photocopies, or inspirational images (photo/art images or your own work)
- Optional:
- found materials to experiment with cutting large format (plastic, leather, rubber, textiles), transparent papers (vellum, tissue…), scraps papers, objects to stencils: bags, tee-shirts, umbrellas, lamp shades..
- 3-rings binders and clear sheet protectors to keep notes and small paper cuttings
All other materials will be provided by the Center for Book Arts at no additional cost.
About the Instructor
She pursues visual storytelling through paper-cutting – creating artist books, digital animations, and public art.
Her work can be seen in major collections including the Metropolitan Museum of Art and the Walker Art Center.
She has completed public art projects for public transit systems in New York, Los Angeles and Chicago.
All images courtesy of the instructor.