Looking at the Japanese, you are always surprised at how they are able to turn everything around into a honed ideal. This is especially true of art. The technique of kirigami (Japanese "paper carving"), which came to Japan from China, turned into a real dream of a perfectionist. Just look at these microscopic details!

The art of kirigami was first mentioned in the VI century of our era. Since then, the Japanese have improved a lot and brought it to the highest level. Now many masters around the world surprise their audience with amazing works. I suggest you meet some of them.

1. Kiri Ken from Japan is very fond of marine themes, so many of his works are dedicated to marine life. In his work, he uses an X-ACTO knife and Ehime Paper.

The work of a Japanese Kiri Ken

2. Rogan brown from Ireland is inspired by small micro-organisms. This source of inspiration allows you to create even more filigree works in the style of Kiri.

Rogan Brown's Work

3. Yo Hoon from Korea is fond of carving portraits of famous personalities. Her work is special because all portraits are "drawn" with the help of a "Christmas tree".

Portrait Of Marilyn Monroe

Portrait Of Audrey Hepburn

Portrait Of Pablo Picasso

Portrait Of Michael Jackson

4. Patrick Cabral from the Philippines has gone even further and is engaged in three-dimensional Kiri technique. The artist creates 3D portraits of animals to draw attention to their vulnerability and defenselessness.

Patrick Cabral's Work

5. Ryu is another Japanese artist who cuts out of paper without a pre-prepared sketch.

Would you like to try this technique?

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