If You've Ever Believed That Papercraft Couldn't Look Amazing, These Decorative Works Of Art Will Change Your Mind For Good
The unveiling of this art series is nothing short of unique and breathtaking—it has an interesting twist that will make you question your whole perception of papercraft.
If you've never heard of "papercrafting," then you just might be in for an unusual, unexpected, and delightful treat today. However, even if you have heard of it before, you're still sure to enjoy this incredible artistic gallery.
Papercraft is a type of art that involves cutting, folding, layering, gluing, and even molding paper to create a three-dimensional object. It has been around for centuries, and it is still going strong today, with new artisans springing up in different parts of the world.
In the digital world of today, papercraft is often overlooked. But there are still some who see its value and beauty, one of whom is American based artisan, Yutann—she creates amazing papercraft designs that will make you do a double-take for sure!
Yutaan shows us the evolution of this craft on her DeviantArt page and how it can be used to create beautiful decorative items. These beautiful pieces are made of decorative paper, but they are also done in marker, colored ink, colored pencils, lace ribbon, and various other materials to make them look extra special.
If you never believed that papercraft could look anything near amazing, prepare to get blown away! If this is your first time taking a meaningful gander at papercraft artwork, then you're truly in for a special treat today.
1. Wangxian Remix
A papercraft commission of Wei Wuxian and Lan Wangji from MDZS/The Untamed, both with their respective instruments!
Yutaan2. Seeing-Eye
A papercraft commission of a character Noemi, who is an aasimar divination wizard.
Yutaan3. No Bones About It
A papercraft commission of a skeleton-themed OC.
Yutaan4. Steely Sweethearts
Papercraft commission of cute battle wives Noks and Faelynn!
Yutaan5. Summertime Ceremony
A wedding papercraft commission of a newly wedded couple.
Yutaan6. We have both saved each other once
A papercraft commission of Jiang Cheng and Wen Qing from The Untamed!
Yutaan7. Tsk, Tsk, Tsk
A papercraft of Miles Edgeworth from Ace Attorney Investigations.
Yutaan8. Nanami
Papercraft commission of Nanami from Jujutsu Kaisen!
Yutaan9. The Three Of Us, Staying Together (Yunmeng sibs)
Papercraft commission of Wei Wuxian, Jiang Yanli and Jiang Cheng!! They’ve got soup! They’ve got lotuses! They’ve got coordinated outfits! And, most importantly, they’ve got each other!!!
Yutaan10. Fine and Closely-Woven
Papercraft commission of Lan Xichen and Jin Guangyao!
Yutaan11. To Stand Beside You
A papercraft commission of Elnor and Hugh from Star Trek: Picard!
Yutaan12. A Broadsword and A Bloody Legacy
A papercraft commission of a character, Robena, featured in Vampire: The Masquerade.
Yutaan13. A Smile Like the Sun
A papercraft of Wei Wuxian to go with the Lan Wangji.
Yutaan14. Unfettered
A papercraft commission of Wen Ning!
Yutaan15. Peekaboo
A papercraft of Jiang Cheng and Jin Ling! Jiujiu's robes apparently make a good tent.
YutaanThere are a lot of amazing artisans out there, but Yutann's designs are definitely worth a mention, as they will make you appreciate the beauty of papercraft design. Her paper models are just incredible, both in their detail and how much work goes into picking the right color combination.
Which one of these models is your favorite? And have you ever tried papercraft before? Let us know in the comments.
