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Some say that wood carving is not only a piece of wood, but also the soul of an artist. A person presents his unique point of view through a piece of wood. An esthetical work corresponds to a beautiful soul, each carving step engraved with a person's cultivation and taste.

3D woodcarving is one of the most stereoscopic wall art. Three-dimensional wood carving wall arts with strong designability, exquisite details, novel modeling, naturally sleek lines, and other characteristics attracted many soft decoration designers.

The production of three-dimensional woodcarving generally goes through four steps: design, carving, polishing, and coloring. Among them, design is the foundation, carving is the key, polishing is the guarantee, and coloring is the focus.

(1) Strong Designability

It is through pre-designed patterns to engrave woodcarving art. Therefore, from a craft level, any picture can be designed into woodcarving paintings to support customization.

(2) Exquisite Carving

The diameter of the carving knife used in wood carving is merely about 1mm. Even in a tiny corner, it can be carved accurately to ensure that the minute corners can also present a perfect effect.

(3) Hand-painted Coloring

After carving, wood carving is colored by senior hand-painted artists according to the texture on the wood, so that integrating the texture of wood and hand-painted paint. Each wood carving painting is unique, which is also the value of wood carving.

SOA Arts – Your Source for 3D Woodcarving Wall Art and More

At SOA Arts, we have 10+ years of experience in producing, curating, and designing incredible art for your interiors. Our collection of 3D woodcarving wall arts is some of the best available in the industry.

If you’re looking to transform your interior spaces, get in touch today and a member of our team will be happy to help. When it comes to interiors that sing, nothing compares to SOA Arts.

The bed is the main character of the bedroom, where we spend the most time. Therefore, the design of the sleeping area should be as conducive to rest and relaxation as possible. The beauty and convenience of the bed itself are not enough, but you also need to carefully consider the decoration of the back wall above the bed - after all, all eyes will be focused here. A painting, a piece of art, a mirror, or a shelf with memorabilia - many options available. We've gathered the best bedside backsplash decorating ideas for you, any of which will enhance the visual appeal of your bedroom.

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Use a Large Picture

A picture or a group of images is the most popular solution for decorating the wall above the headboard. Artwork not only creates an artistic atmosphere in your bedroom but also visually highlights the wall and creates a bright focal point.

By the way, the picture doesn't have to be bright and conspicuous. This can be a monochrome canvas without a frame or a black and white photo in a simple frame.

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Wall Art Combinations

If you want to make not just a focal point for your bedroom background but an entire wall. The best way is to hang your collection of paintings, photos, and posters above your bed.

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Canopy

A bed with a canopy is not necessarily a bed for children. It looks good in a parent's bedroom and creates a sense of comfort.

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Screen

Instead of a picture, you can hang an antique screen above the bed. This is a great way to bring exoticism and uniqueness to the room. By the way, the screen can not only decorate the walls but also be used as a headboard.

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Metal Sculpture

Another typical wall decoration above the bed is a metal sculpture. It can be an abstract composition, a light relief with a botanical theme - it all depends on your imagination.

06

Neon Symbols

Neon signs and text are a constant attribute of trendy 1990s nightclubs and bars. What will it be like if you use them in the bedroom? The effects could be awe-inspiring!

07

Geographical Maps

An alternative to paintings and photographs is a map. It can be a replica of an old nautical chart, an antique or a modern interpretation of a world map. Such an arrangement looks perfect in a children's room, both for boys who dream of becoming pirates and for girls. Who among us did not dream of wandering far away in our childhood?

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Mirror or Mirror Combination

Mirrors in the bedroom not only play a decorative role but also can mirror before heading to bed. It can visually expand the space and make it lighter. A mirror above the headboard is beautiful, especially if it has an unusual frame or shape.

09

Open Shelves

Perhaps the most practical solution is an open shelf or a small shelf. This is especially true for small bedrooms where every square centimeter counts. Unlike a cupboard with solid doors, a small open shelf will not visually burden the space. In addition, you can place books for bedtime reading on it, charge your phone and gadgets, and put photos of loved ones, pretty vases, or picture frames.

image source: Google

Which one do you pick? Feel free to comment below.

Hotels are a unique kind of business – not only do they need to provide a comfortable place for people to stay, but they also need to be stylish and inviting.

There’s no doubt that a hotel’s interior design can make a huge impression on guests, which is why it’s important to stay up to date on the latest trends, regardless of whether you’re just starting out in the industry or have been an owner for years.

If you’re struggling with your interior design concept, don’t worry! There are plenty of things to draw inspiration from and among them is the Riggs Hotel in Washington, D.C.

All About the Riggs Hotel in Washington, D.C.

Standing tall with 181 rooms in the city’s posh Penn Quarter, the Riggs Hotel represents the first time that Lore Group – the hospitality brand known for the Pulitzer Amsterdam and Sea Containers London – penetrated the United States market. The building was formerly home to the Riggs National Bank, whose “grandeur and august spirit” inspired creative director Jacu Strauss.

“The building was built to be a very imposing example of Richardsonian Romanesque architecture during the golden age of banking,” says Strauss in an interview. “We restored what needed to be restored, but not to a degree that we eliminated some of the wear and tear that, we think, adds to the heritage and age of the building. The final interior celebrates the grandeur and history but mixes in new and playful elements.”

The Riggs Hotel Lobby is Inspired by its Colorful History

Rather than hide the building’s austere past, Strauss and his team instead sought to highlight it when developing the hotel’s interior design.

For instance, the lobby is reminiscent of bank teller windows, with one wall proudly displaying a collection of vintage cheques. Besides emphasizing the theme, this fantastic piece of wall art also piques the attention of incoming guests, giving them something to talk about as they wait for their turn at the front desk.

Meanwhile, the cavernous main banking floor was transformed into a bar and restaurant, which are bordered by vibrant yellow banquettes. At the center is an impressive two-story glass case filled with huge, bright flowers that have been featured on many Instagram pages.

“We wanted to create a centerpiece that was visible from the reception and from the outside,” explains Strauss. “It needed to be playful and completely scaled up because, why not? I was inspired by Dutch still life paintings from my time in the Netherlands but I didn’t want to try and make fake flowers look real.”

The Riggs Hotel Rooms are Simply Wonderful

Much like the lobby, the Riggs Hotel rooms all take inspiration from fascinating bits of American history. Of the 181 total units, four are First Lady suites that were influenced by a few of the Presidential better halves.

For example, one is influenced by Ida McKindley’s love of fresh flowers and plants, while another has opulent red and gold accents – a tribute to the extravagant parties that Angelica Van Buren loved to throw.

There’s also the Caroline Harrison Suite, which pays homage to the White House porcelain collection she started by featuring decorative Wedgewood Jasperware sourced from various antique markets. Last but not least is Louisa Adams, whose passion for music is reflected in the room dedicated to her.

In other rooms, guests will find a beautiful headboard and wall covering pattern that was custom-made for the Riggs Hotel by the renowned interior designer Geroge Venson from the New York City design studio, Voutsa. The lighting and floor coverings are also bespoke, made by Chelsom and Ulster Carpets, respectively.

Success is Determined by a Hotel’s Interior Design

More than a thousand guests have already walked through the halls of the Riggs Hotel, even though it only opened in late February 2020. Without a doubt, this is proof of how a hotel’s interior design plays a crucial role in its success.

If you want your bookings to remain constantly full, then start by paying attention to your hotel's interior design. What kind of message are you sending to guests as they walk through its entrance doors? What vibe should they feel when they first enter their room? And, what sort of impressions do you hope they have when they inevitably leave?

Keep in mind that a hotel’s interior design should be consistent all throughout, from the lobby to the restaurant and rooms. If you’re able to achieve this, then there’s a good chance you’ll see guests returning for more.

image source: Riggs Hotel in Washington, D.C

Since its invention, paper has served the purpose of cultural transmission. And because its features, easy to bend, not easy to snap, and can be used for painting and calligraphy, it has also become an art that has given rise to a wealth of ways to play, for example, paper cutting, paper folding, three-dimensional relief, simulation of paper flowers, and installation art using paper as a medium.

These paper lovers and paper art masters use various techniques such as scripting, writing, painting, tearing, cutting, rubbing, kneading, rolling, folding, slicing, carving, etc., to explore the texture and essence of paper in depth. 

This post introduces six paper art masters who convey this ancient artisan culture with their stunning paper artworks. Let's take a fresh look at the ordinary paper and discover and cherish the beauty of the ordinary.

Due to its length, we will divide the post into 6 parts; here is the fifth, which focuses on Pawel Piotrowski.

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Paper cut illustration artist

Lucila Biscione

Lucila Biscione is a paper-cutting artist who creates surreal and dreamlike scenes with cut and illustrated paper.

Whether the images are set in colorful illustrations or three-dimensional comic books displayed in store windows, Lucila incorporates a romantic atmosphere. The lush backdrops and probing plots allow one to experience the emotions the artist conveys in an ineffable sense of atmosphere.

Born in Buenos Aires, Argentina, and now living and working in Berlin, the artist's work perfectly combines hand-cut paper, ink drawings, and illustrations. She regularly shares her work on social media and has a loyal following.

"My inspiration comes from looking, going back and exploring moments that I have lived. They are usually memories or dreams or they can also even be stories that I have been told and I decided to transform."

The artistic Lucila captures every experience in life with sensitivity and delicacy.

For each emotional and moody twist and turn, she uses paper cutouts as the material and paintbrush and scissors as the medium to present the collected subjects and feelings in a dramatic and storytelling way.

With these perceptions and experiences, the artist's bountiful emotions, and keen perceptions, can interpret empathy and understanding, engagement and connection with the reader.

The plants and animals, as well as the little people, are so realistic and exquisite. Even the human hair and the branches' details are full of tension and life.

In an interview, Lucila said she had a lot of time to wander through the forest and the wilderness owing to living on the outskirts of a small town in her childhood.

Don't be surprised when you see the actors under her, dressed in gorgeous costumes as if they are experiencing a fantasy story. That is the artist's idea of bringing a fragment of her childhood life, about the secret place of life, onto the paper and into the reader's heart with a sense of layering and fantasy.

source: Lucila Biscione

Reference

6. CREATIVE BOOM | Intricately Cut Paper and Delicate Illustrated Details Form Character-Filled Scenes by Lucila Biscione

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                 3. The Eye-opening Art of Paper-Livia Cetti, the Flower Interpreter(Part3)
                 4. The Eye-opening Art of Paper-Jeff Nishinaka, Paper Sculpture Artist(Part4)
                 5. The Eye-opening Art of Paper-Realistically Detailed Paper Cutting Sandwich by Pawel Piotrowski(Part5)

Since its invention, paper has served the purpose of cultural transmission. And because its features, easy to bend, not easy to snap, and can be used for painting and calligraphy, it has also become an art that has given rise to a wealth of ways to play, for example, paper cutting, paper folding, three-dimensional relief, simulation of paper flowers, and installation art using paper as a medium.

These paper lovers and paper art masters use various techniques such as scripting, writing, painting, tearing, cutting, rubbing, kneading, rolling, folding, slicing, carving, etc., to explore the texture and essence of paper in depth. In the most extreme way possible, they present the artistic beauty and marrow of paper art.

This post introduces six paper art masters who convey this ancient artisan culture with their stunning paper artworks. Let's take a fresh look at the ordinary paper and discover and cherish the beauty of the ordinary.

Due to its length, we will divide the post into 6 parts; here is the fifth, which focuses on Pawel Piotrowski.

NO.O5

Realistically Detailed Paper Cutting Sandwich

Pawel Piotrowski

Books were created for people to read, to feed the human spirit. But when you open a book that looks like a sandwich, that you may want to bite it.

Polish paper artist Pawel Piotrowski made this book of paper, who used realistic imagery and masterful craftsmanship to inject the 3D picture book into a vibrant visual and taste sensation that is both stunning and mouth-watering as a visual snack.

Pawel also tore holes out of the yellow paper cheese, ripped and crinkled the textured paper lettuce, and rounded the corners off the bits of onion for a visual effect that was full of detail.

The sandwiches come to life on paper as if you could put them in your mouth and satiate your appetite.

"The tomatoes, onions, and ham are prints, painted by hand. The sandwiches have thick, rough cheese slices that combine painting and paper cutting.

To create the lettuce, I found some fiber paper and very carefully crushed each sheet to cut out realistic images. There is also a torn egg in the sandwich."

Before this creative masterpiece, he had a few different ideas, but none were that appealing to him.

One day, he was having breakfast with his girlfriend, who was making a sandwich. It occurred to him that it would be fun to combine spiritual sustenance and oral appetite if books were in the shape of sandwiches.

source: Pawel Piotrowski, Colossal

For Pawel, the process was very pleasurable, all at once. Because creativity is fun, and paper cutting is his specialty, the perfect and realistic sandwich cutout book came out after a full set of operations.

Reference

5. designboom| Realistically Detailed Photo Book Looks Just Like a Sandwich

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                 3. The Eye-opening Art of Paper-Livia Cetti, the Flower Interpreter(Part3)
                 4. The Eye-opening Art of Paper-Jeff Nishinaka, Paper Sculpture Artist(Part4)

Since its invention, paper has served the purpose of cultural transmission. And because its features, easy to bend, not easy to snap, and can be used for painting and calligraphy, it has also become an art that has given rise to a wealth of ways to play, for example, paper cutting, paper folding, three-dimensional relief, simulation of paper flowers, and installation art using paper as a medium.

These paper lovers and paper art masters use various techniques such as scripting, writing, painting, tearing, cutting, rubbing, kneading, rolling, folding, slicing, carving, etc., to explore the texture and essence of paper in depth. In the most extreme way possible, they present the artistic beauty and marrow of paper art.

This post introduces six paper art masters who convey this ancient artisan culture with their stunning paper artworks. Let's take a fresh look at the ordinary paper and discover and cherish the beauty of the ordinary.

Due to its length, we will divide the post into 6 parts; here is the fourth, which focuses on Jeff Nishinaka.

NO.04

3D Paper Sculpture Artist

Jeff Nishinaka

As one of the world’s premier paper sculpture artists and 3D paper sculpture designers, Jeff’s career has not been a smooth one.

After earning a degree in fine art, Jeff did not pursue his professional career but fell in love with paper sculpture due to his accidental exposure to art.

While Jeff had grand ambitions and a great idea, the actual practice was challenging.

Not only is the work's complexity, the craft's difficulty, or the punitive of the materials, but the market's acceptance is a problem. In particular, the time and effort it takes to complete a piece of artwork with no guarantee of success have made Jeff’s journey down the art road bumpy.

 "There were times when I thought about giving it up and moving onto something more stable just to pay the bills. Yet as I look back on it, giving up was never really an option. I believed too much that I had no choice but to pick myself up and keep moving forward…”

Whenever he feels he can’t keep going, Jeff thinks of what his father once told him, “Choose one thing and do the best you can. Don’t be a jack-of-all-trades, a little learning of everything, but not good at anything.”

His father’s teachings made him understand that since he chose this art, he should fight for it wholeheartedly and keep experimenting and innovating. Only by doing so can he truly live up to his love for paper sculpture and respect for his profession.

Jeff says, “To begin with choosing to become an artist is a huge risk in itself. No guarantees of success not to mention a steady income or maybe a normal life… whatever normal is. But if you don’t take risks then you’ll never know what could have been. Some of the best things in my life have happened because I took the risk. 

It’s easy to stay within the limits of your comfort zone, but then you never get the opportunity to experience something new and different and potentially hugely rewarding.”

For Jeff, paper is a living, breathing thing with a life of its own. The artist simply releases or reveals what is already there, creating a connection between the user and the paper.

With his understanding of the art of paper, the emotional empathy of each piece of paper, and exquisite craftsmanship, his works finally bloom the original vitality. This also makes the struggling artist truly respected by peers, users see, and customers understand.

Jeff has proven in action that those dreams we love and dedicate our lives to will one day return with recognition, encouragement, acceptance, and appreciation in the way we want them to.

source: Jeff Nishinaka

Reference

4. SHOUTOUT SOCAL | Meet Jeff Nishinaka | Paper Sculptor Artist

Since its invention, paper has served the purpose of cultural transmission. And because its features, easy to bend, not easy to snap, and can be used for painting and calligraphy, it has also become an art that has given rise to a wealth of ways to play, for example, paper cutting, paper folding, three-dimensional relief, simulation of paper flowers, and installation art using paper as a medium.

These paper lovers and paper art masters use various techniques such as scripting, writing, painting, tearing, cutting, rubbing, kneading, rolling, folding, slicing, carving, etc., to explore the texture and essence of paper in depth. In the most extreme way possible, they present the artistic beauty and marrow of paper art.

This post introduces six paper art masters who convey this ancient artisan culture with their stunning paper artworks. Let's take a fresh look at the ordinary paper and discover and cherish the beauty of the ordinary.
Due to its length, we will divide the post into 6 parts; here is the third, which focuses on Livia Cetti.

NO.03
Beautiful Simulation Paper Flowers
Livia Cetti

Natural fresh cut flowers are gorgeous. Each flower petal is exquisitely intricate and perfectly represents nature's charm. But their seasonal and ephemeral nature in some particular event themes or flower lovers who don't have as much time to take care of them.

Paper flower artist, Livia Cetti, captures the charm of handmade paper flowers and creates handmade flowers that rival works of art. These exquisite, dreamy, realistic, and brilliantly colored flowers are not only customizable but also timelessly beautiful and artistic.

A renowned floral and still life stylist, Livia Cetti has been involved in paper flower floristry for over 20 years. She has worked as a floral editor for prestigious magazines, styled for world-renowned luxury brands, and was the royal designer for a custom floral installation for a state dinner at the White House.

As one of the premier paper flower artists in her field, Livia Cetti creates paper flower pieces that are more coveted than real flowers. When one of her creations first goes online, it is immediately snapped up, and the purchasers are sometimes even her peers, including the First Lady.

When Michelle hosted the president of South Korea, she wanted some hibiscus flowers to decorate the table, but real fresh hibiscus flowers were too fragile. So Livia Cetti wowed the viewer by creating a beautiful hibiscus on paper, comparable to real flowers.

Artists' work is always in demand, but Livia Cetti admits she is not a planner.

When she starts a project, it is sometimes just emotionally driven. Then as she makes it, she slowly fleshes out her ideas, refining the details and perfecting the inspiration. When the final product comes out, she is as surprised and amazed as the viewer, as if the work did not come from her.

As a flower translator and artistic expressionist, Livia Cetti's paper flowers are inspired by real flowers.

She usually looks at a natural flower for a long time and then thinks about how it makes her feel. It allows her to accurately capture the realism of the details and the gesture and charm of the flower, its essence, and meaning, thus truly revealing the beauty of the paper flower.

source: Livia Cetti

Reference

3. I R M A S W O R L D| Livia Cetti, the flower translator

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Since its invention, paper has served the purpose of cultural transmission. And because its features, easy to bend, not easy to snap, and can be used for painting and calligraphy, it has also become an art that has given rise to a wealth of ways to play, for example, paper cutting, paper folding, three-dimensional relief, simulation of paper flowers, and installation art using paper as a medium.

These paper lovers and paper art masters use various techniques such as scripting, writing, painting, tearing, cutting, rubbing, kneading, rolling, folding, slicing, carving, etc., to explore the texture and essence of paper in depth. In the most extreme way possible, they present the artistic beauty and marrow of paper art.

This post introduces six paper art masters who convey this ancient artisan culture with their stunning paper artworks. Let's take a fresh look at the ordinary paper and discover and cherish the beauty of the ordinary.
Due to its length, we will divide the post into 6 parts; here is the second, which focuses on Ann Wood.

NO.02
Lifelike mushrooms, vegetables, flowers, and insects
Ann Wood

Ann Wood is a visual artist who crafts the most detailed fabric, paper, old objects, and other materials. Her works are magical and melancholic, real and dreamy, intricate and impressive. Especially the flowers, food, insects, and plants she creates with paper that you can't tell aren't real.

The artist, a graduate of the Minneapolis College of Art and Design, does not derive her style from the college's teachings but rather is rooted in the richness of nature in the countryside. There, Ann Wood indulges endlessly in the outdoors, unabashed in her fascination with flora and fauna and keen to show details that people don't find.

"I grew up on a farm in the middle of America, where my father grew crops and raised animals. As soon as I woke up, I would run outside to the garden to see if the plants were growing at night. My love of nature and observation developed at a very young age."

This hobby, which began at the age of 12, slowly tended to become more and more of an extreme profession with each passing day as she pursued her skills with fervor.

Being invigorated to value and nurture her imagination and observation from childhood has allowed Ann Wood to enjoy her creations and to have a constant source of inspiration and motivation. Her home is filled with a ubiquitous collection of painted paper flowers and vegetables indistinguishable from the real.

"I had little formal art education. I just follow my curiosity. I love to sew, paint and sculpt - anything I can get my hands on, whether fabric or paper, and I'm passionate about making things."

Ann Wood's work has moved more and more toward realism as she has perfected her skills.

She makes all kinds of medicinal plants, applying fine tracing to achieve lifelike insects such as butterfly wings. The carvings are then hand-sewn onto wool and velvet backgrounds and mounted in vintage frames.

Delicate and classic, these pieces are a tribute to the taxidermy craft of the past. The difference is that Ann Wood's entire material is paper.

"I like to get lost in inventing novel things, designs, and ideas. I don't mind the endless drafts, the passage of time. There's no frustration, even when I'm trying to make my 50th draft. These are expressions of my inner world: sweet, melancholy, and sometimes funny."

For many people, crafting is tedious enough, and the constant trial and error is even more fatique.

But for Ann Wood, the challenging, slow, and winding nature of her work is one of the most fascinating parts of it. She enjoys the slow process of getting closer to her goal, getting closer to the desired result, which brings her true inner peace, comfort, and quiet.

On social media platforms, Ann Wood has a huge following. But she prefers to describe herself as a 'hermit' who lives in seclusion because she is an introvert. And for creative people, they are full of spiritual vitality precisely because of their solitude.

source: Ann Wood

Reference

2. CREATIVE BOOM| Paper mushrooms, flowers and vegetables by Ann Wood that you can't tell aren't real

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Since its invention, paper has served the purpose of cultural transmission. And because its features, easy to bend, not easy to snap, and can be used for painting and calligraphy, it has also become an art that has given rise to a wealth of ways to play, for example, paper cutting, paper folding, three-dimensional relief, simulation of paper flowers, and installation art using paper as a medium.

These paper lovers and paper art masters use various techniques such as scripting, writing, painting, tearing, cutting, rubbing, kneading, rolling, folding, slicing, carving, etc., to explore the texture and essence of paper in depth. In the most extreme way possible, they present the artistic beauty and marrow of paper art.

This post introduces six paper art masters who convey this ancient artisan culture with their stunning paper artworks. Let's take a fresh look at the ordinary paper and discover and cherish the beauty of the ordinary.

Due to its length, we will divide the post into 6 parts; here is the first, focus on Raya Sader Bujana.

NO.01
Minuscule Houseplants

Raya Sader Bujana

Raya Sader Bujana is a paper, AD and set designer based in Barcelona. She specializes in making things out of paper, whether it's indoor greenery or pretty little baskets, from leaves to flowers, from thorns to branches, and she replicates and renders them all perfectly.

Under her intricate creation, the turtleback bamboo comes to life, and the lyre leaf ficus blooms gracefully. These plants, which bring tranquility to mind and body, seem naturally formed, quietly basking in the sun, drawing sunlight and energy.

"About twenty years ago, I started experimenting with paper art while studying architecture. Since then, it has become my hobby. At the beginning of every year, my parents bought me a dozen sketchbooks, and I would use one every month.

Raya likes to draw directly on paper by hand; initially, she made simple outlines or regular patterns. As she became more skilled, she began experimenting with new designs and more complex materials. She created three-dimensional sculptural forms by cutting, bending, layering, and shaping.

A college career in architecture gives Raya a natural technical advantage. She often makes architectural models first and then reshapes them with paper. "Architecture influences everything I do," Raya says, "From color to composition to modeling, architecture has taught me to see the world in a different way."

Although she has some art skills and hands-on experience, the process still involves long hours of practice and repeated failures. But when a sample is finally formed, she experiences a great sense of accomplishment.

"I find it important to push my limits and abilities when creating, and I make the limits of the material itself. This is an ongoing challenge for me.

Can I do this with paper? How small can I make it? I really enjoy the mix of excitement and fear when I try to create something new. I always want to know if it will work as well as I think it will."

"I also apply crafts from many other disciplines. For example, if I want to make a basket or a shoe, I will study how a real basket or shoe is made.

Then, applying weaving techniques or shoemaking techniques to paper requires a lot of iterations and a lot of 3D sketches to achieve the desired effect."

Tiny paper stems, delicate leaves, stunning flower pots, and wonderfully woven baskets. Raya has created a miniature world of miniature paper house plants in her own way. Her superb cutting and folding techniques also amazed the whole paper art circle.

source: raya sader bujana

Reference

1. designboom| raya sader bujana intricately crafts tiny houseplants and woven baskets from paper

In 2005, Turkish architect Mina Karwanchi became interested in ceramics and began to find a suitable path for artistic creation in her spare time while honing and improving her pottery skills and trying to turn her imagination and creativity into reality.

Eventually, she chose ceramic sculpture, using the plasticity of ceramics through carving, coloring, and combining, making ceramics bloom like flowers and be as rich as coral, gathering the beauty of shape and the wonder of imagination, and moreover, making the fiction and reality get a perfect balance.

Although collage-style ceramic creative sculptures are not so novel and unique, good execution and control of details still make these ceramic sculptures carry the power of imagination in the midst of whimsy.

Next, let's enjoy!

image source: Mina Karwanchi

SOA Arts – Your Source for 3D Ceramic Wall Art and More

At SOA Arts, we have 10+ years of experience in producing, curating, and designing incredible art for your interiors. Our collection of 3D ceramic wall arts is some of the best available in the industry.

If you’re looking to transform your interior spaces, get in touch today and a member of our team will be happy to help. When it comes to interiors that sing, nothing compares to SOA Arts.