Owen gildersleeve s work often plays with light and shadow, combining hand cut layers of paper. His first book paper cut was published in 2014, and celebrates the skilled creative practices of 25 leading paper craft artists from around the world through a series of indepth interviews carried out by owen over the course of a year. Paper cut by owen gildersleeve features 25 of the top papercraft illustrators working in the field across the globe author owen gildersleeve is an illustrator known for his papercraft illustration, which gives him brilliant insight into their worlds and allows him to delve deep. Paper art and lights by owen gildersleeve owen gildersleeve is an artist specialising in handcrafted illustration, set design and art direction, based in london. An exploration into the contemporary world of papercraft art and illustration rockport publishing award winning artist based in london specialising in handcrafted illustration, set design and art direction. An exploration of the contemporary world of papercraft art and illustration. An exploration into the contemporary world of papercraft art and illustration ebook written by owen gildersleeve. Author owen gildersleeve explores why these artists love papercraft. Paper cut by owen gildersleeve shows the art of paper craft in all its tactile glory. The exhibition is curated by owen gildersleeve snazzy name, author of paper cut. Interview with paper illustrator owen gildersleeve posted on august 15, 2012 by jasmine hailing as a supremely talented illustrator and designer based out of london whose work ranges from editorial spreads to book covers to animations which incorporate strong techniques in handcrafted typography and paper crafting, owen gildersleeve is far an few in between when it comes to.
Im proud to be a part of this book that just came out by illustrator and designer owen gildersleeve. I love to cut things up and let me tell you paper cut. An exploration into the contemporary world of papercraft art and illustration by owen gildersleeve. Intricatelycrafted cut paper illustrations by owen. An exploration into the contemporary world of papercraft art and illustration rockport publishing our first book, exploring the contemporary world of papercraft art and illustration. Here, owen collaborated with illustrator janine rewell, bringing an extra element to her two dimensional packaging illustrations by setting them within his own layered cut out environment. Owen gildersleeve an expert in handcrafted illustration, set design and art direction, owen s creations are carefully constructed from paper. Owen gildersleeve the book explores the contemporary world of paper art and illustration, delving into the working lives of twentyfive of the worlds leading papercraft artists. The owen gildersleeve portfolio shows the originality and flexibility that have made gildersleeve a favorite of some of the biggest advertising departments in the corporate world.
As well as being packed full of inspirational imagery by a super group of paperwielding creatives, the book also contains indepth interviews with the designers, delving into how and why they choose to work with paper. With contributions from 30 of the top papercraft illustrators, showcasing their. Paper cut an exploration into the contemporary world of papercraft art and illustration by owen gildersleeve. The book starts with a brief introduction to paper cutting before. Paper cut is a unique perspective into one of the most exciting fields of contemporary illustration.
How to make a thread spool greeting card inspired by the book, paper cut by owen gildersleeve. Paper cut by owen gildersleeve is available in these. Page design book design flyer design inspiration collage design creative typography motion design framed art paper art 3d type. Once can use plain copier paper, rice paper, paper doilies. Featuring astonishing works from twentyfive of the worlds top papercraft illustrators, this collection also contains indepth interviews and rarely seen behindthescenes photography, which reveal the artists motivations and working techniques. There are plenty of beautiful visual surprises in this book.
Following the publication of his stunning paper cut book, illustrator owen gildersleeve is rather fittingly taking the 2d images from the book and presenting them in all their 3d glory at a forthcoming exhibition. Interview with paper illustrator owen gildersleeve. His unique style honed over the past 10 years, brings graphic designs to life through carefully hand cut layers and a playful use of light and shadow. From intricate patterns and designs to beautiful large sculptures, paper design is a versatile medium of art that can sometimes go overlooked or underestimated. An exploration into the contemporary world of papercraft art and illustration submitted by teoh yi chie on august 19, 2014 9. Each project features stepbystep instructions and a template that you remove from the book. Working with an array of international clients, his practice ranges from intricate paper illustrations and. Apr 24, 2019 this pin was discovered by stevie levalley. Paper cut, owen gildersleeve shop online for books in.
Written and collated by noted papercraft illustrator owen gildersleeve, paper cut offers a unique perspective into this burgeoning field of contemporary illustration. With contributions from 30 of the top papercraft illustrators, showcasing their amazing works and delving into their craft, this book will awe and inspire you. Having graduated just four years ago, owen gildersleeve can already boast a considerable reputation as a master of papercraft and other handmade work. Paper cut paper cut is a unique perspective into one of the most exciting fields of contemporary illustration. The author, owen gildersleeve, is a wellknown graphic designer himself. Owen gildersleeves lovely new book celebrates paper. Paper cut is a new book by owen gildersleeve, which brings together 25 of the most exciting paper craft artists and illustrators from around the world. A paper cut print designed for season 4 of roomfifty and available to purchase online. Owen gildersleeve annotation paper cut is a unique perspective into one of the most exciting fields of contemporary illustration. This project brought together twentyfive of the most exciting. Written and collated by noted papercraft illustrator owen gildersleeve, paper cut offers a unique perspective into this burgeoning field of.
An exploration into the contemporary world of papercraft art and illustration is filled with some of the most amazing cut up art. Paper cut the exhibition posted by emma fisher september 1, 2014 there are few times that you get to see the work of so many great paper cut artist in one place, but to coincide with the release of his first book owen gildersleeve has done just that. An exploration into the contemporary world of papercraft art and illustration. An exploration into the contemporary world of papercraft art and illustration rockport publishing award winning artist based in london specialising in.
As well as being packed full of inspirational imagery by a super group of paper wielding creatives, the book also contains indepth interviews with the designers, delving into how and why they choose to work with paper. Download for offline reading, highlight, bookmark or take notes while you read paper cut. Paper cut is authored by owen gildersleeve whos a designer, set maker and papercraft illustrator. An exploration into the contemporary world of papercraft art and illustration, 2014.
Bold yet delicate, his works make use of light and shadow, and handrendered typography, for clients including lush cosmetics, comic con, american express and dk. Paper cut an exploration into the contemporary world of. The focus is on the 25 papercraft artists that are featured. More and more the design world is turning away from digitization and once again embracing the imperfections of handmade, craftbased practices. Paper dandys horrorgami features 20 kirigami cut andfold designs based around haunted houses and scenes from horror films by the creator of the successful horrorgami blog and exhibition. Once can use plain copier paper, rice paper, paper doilies or any other translucent decorative. If youre amazed by what can be achieved by just cutting or folding paper, be prepared to be awed by this book. The accompanying exhibition at the proud archivist was such a success that it was extended, and though that has now sadly ended i was able to catch up with owen and find out more about the. Review of paper cut by owen gildersleeve creative safari.
Paper art and lights by owen gildersleeve partfaliaz. Featuring astonishing works from twentyfive of the worlds top papercraft illustrators, this collection also contains indepth interviews and rarely seen behindthescenes. It examines the working lives of 25 of the worlds top papercraft artists, whose work is at the interface of papercraft, paper engineering, and digital technology. Illustrator owen gildersleeve is the author of papercut, a sumptuous book published this summer by rockport, which traces the careers and techniques of 25 inspiring artists working with paper in unusual ways. The book starts with a brief introduction to paper cutting before going to featuring the artists and their works. Through indepth interviews and rarely published behindthescenes imagery, paper cut gives a unique perspective into this burgeoning field of illustration. Gildersleeve took the art world by storm when he began designing and illustrating professionally when he graduated from the university of brighton in 2008. They are used to light up apartments, homes, in addition to used as wedding decorations. Owen gildersleeve diy paper lanterns paper lanterns come in diverse sizes and styles and have emerge as the most famous diy decor idea, of late. In june this year owen also released his first book, paper cut, with rockport publishing. More than 50 works on show many for sale include original artworks, paper sculpture and prints such as the fairytalelike creations of rob ryan, bianca changs chunkily graphic. Paper cut by owen gildersleeve, 9781592539024, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide. With contributions from 30 of the top papercraft illustrators, showcasing their amazing works and delving into their craft, this book will awe and. Appropriately, the cover art is a papercut design that has been obviously photoshopped.
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