Check Out This Incredible Japanese Art Form

 

“Kirie” translates to “cut picture” from Japanese. It is the art, of paper cutting. The artist uses, but a single piece of white paper, creating images and designs. Then, the artist places the artwork above a black background in order to display the designs of the creation.

It is an artform that requires the steadiness of surgeon and a lot of patience as well.

The artworks depicted here today, are made by Japanese artist, Masayo Fukada. A master of the art, that has practiced kirie for over 25 years!

 

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Credits:

https://www.instagram.com/kiriesousakukamasayo/