The times when paper was considered to be the primary medium for artistic expression is long gone. Many writers and designers use digital media to improvise and develop their ideas. However, there is something particuliar in this "physical" canvas — something that keeps us getting back to paper when we want to brainstorm ideas in a notebook, doodle around in a sketchbook, collect inspiration in a scrapbook or just draw some sketches for the next project.
I have tried several times over the years to make tunnel books. They are wonderful, interactive structures that are visually appealing as well. I have not been very successful in my endeavors as my "pages" tend to warp and bend. Last month at a San Diego Book Arts Salon I met a woman who makes beautiful tunnel books and she was working on one invented by Ed Hutchins. She downloaded the directions here and I came home and did the same. Fast forward to yesterday when I finally had the time to make a tunnel book myself. Below are pictures of the results. This version of the structure has lightweight side hinges and doubled pages. In other words, no more warping! I used a roll of craft paper for the base structure and it worked beautifully. I used three pages from an old calendar to get the images, but you can use anything, or just draw your own images. I hope you will be inspired to try this project. -Gina 1. Choose images. 2. Cut and fold craft paper (8" x 30") and lay out images. 3. Cut holes in pages so you can see through the tunnel. 4. Pasted first image and cut in an oval around elements you want to keep. 5. Paste down the other images and glue side tabs together. Finished tunnel book with 4 layers of images. Top view of tunnel book. Side view of book with hinges showing.
Turn crumpled pieces of paper into colorful artwork in this fun art project for kids. This easy art activity is inspired by the children’s book, Ish, by Peter H. Reynolds! The colorful paper has such a cool texture when finished and can be used for making collages or writing notes! (This post contains affiliate links.) …
I bought this painted porcelain cameo a few months ago from Lindsey Carr's Little Robot Etsy Shop. I love it and immediately made it into a simple pendant to wear as a necklace. Lindsey also has a wonderful BLOG where...
I have tried several times over the years to make tunnel books. They are wonderful, interactive structures that are visually appealing as well. I have not been very successful in my endeavors as my "pages" tend to warp and bend. Last month at a San Diego Book Arts Salon I met a woman who makes beautiful tunnel books and she was working on one invented by Ed Hutchins. She downloaded the directions here and I came home and did the same. Fast forward to yesterday when I finally had the time to make a tunnel book myself. Below are pictures of the results. This version of the structure has lightweight side hinges and doubled pages. In other words, no more warping! I used a roll of craft paper for the base structure and it worked beautifully. I used three pages from an old calendar to get the images, but you can use anything, or just draw your own images. I hope you will be inspired to try this project. -Gina 1. Choose images. 2. Cut and fold craft paper (8" x 30") and lay out images. 3. Cut holes in pages so you can see through the tunnel. 4. Pasted first image and cut in an oval around elements you want to keep. 5. Paste down the other images and glue side tabs together. Finished tunnel book with 4 layers of images. Top view of tunnel book. Side view of book with hinges showing.
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Many people see art as something with many barriers to entry – maybe the materials are expensive, maybe you don't have the space, or maybe you think it's difficult, requiring many specialized tools. Sometimes that's true, but the artists here have created incredible works using almost nothing but paper and scissors or knives.
O'Keeffe's paintings make great inspiration for kids' art projects, so let's check out 10 of the best Georgia O'Keeffe projects for kids!
A selection of shots from Louise Bourgeois: The Return of the Repressed, an exhibition showcasing the psychoanalytical writings of the late French artist, alongside a selection of artworks
DIY Paper-Cut Tunnel Book: I like challenges. AND I like to make things, especially if they are from what would probably be thrown out. So that gave me this idea. Why not make a 3-dimensional book/sculpture?! It doesn't use much and can be a sort of therapy.
Kara Walker operates on the premise that when you make history truly visible, both your own and that of your people or nation, there exists a challenge to show all of it, the unholy mix, the conscious knowledge and the subconscious reaction, the traumatic history and the trauma it has created, the unprocessed and the unprocessable.
Paper weaving doesn't have to just be for kids. Weaving with paper is a great way to weave patterns and experiment with new materials.
Cloth Paper Scissors magazine spent a day learning encaustic art from artist Nancy Tobey, who showed us fantastic techniques to create unique artwork.
DIY Paper-Cut Tunnel Book: I like challenges. AND I like to make things, especially if they are from what would probably be thrown out. So that gave me this idea. Why not make a 3-dimensional book/sculpture?! It doesn't use much and can be a sort of therapy.
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Toby Allen mental illness monsters drawings give these conditions a comical form, making them look more understandable so that people might relate to it.
I’m completely blown away by these cut book constructions by artist Alexander Korzer-Robinson, who carefully and strategically cuts vintage books to leave behind only certain images, resulting in these amazing 3D art prints. I can’t even imagine the amount of time and patience that must go into one of these! I would love to try […]
A single issue, in wraps and apparently complete, of The American Art Student and Commercial Artist, from October, 1924 (Volume 8, Number 2).The central...
I know it can be hard to decide where to begin, so to make it easy on you, I've compiled a list of my top 10 free bookbinding tutorials.
This gallery celebrates the world’s biggest drawing festival – The Big Draw – which runs until 3 November 2014. Illustrator and author Marion Deuchars invites you to take inspiration from the great artists from Andy Warhol to Frida Kahlo in your art
I recently rediscovered the charm of little paper flexagons, known in the cardmaking world as never-ending or infinity cards. I find it fascinating to unfold each page, revealing the card maker’s vision beneath, until I magically end up back where I started. Infinity cards also make an ideal mixed-media substrate. I use them to make…
A virtual tour of the Museum of Art and Design's newest exhibition, dedicated to all the surprising ways artists are using paper today.
A fun, processed based Fibonacci art project for kids. Great for S.T.E.A.M. learning at home or at school.
The Thumbprint Portraits by Chery Sorg Feature Titles and Passages
