Paper Cutting Illustration: Create Extraordinary Books
Introduction to the Technique of Cutwork on Paper 1
A course by Paz Tamburrini, Illustrator
About the video: Introduction to the Technique of Cutwork on Paper 1
Overview
“You will know the technique of paperwork, in addition, you will learn the fundamental principles of this ancient art. ”
In this video lesson Paz Tamburrini addresses the topic: Introduction to the Technique of Cutwork on Paper 1, which is part of the Domestika online course: Paper Cutting Illustration: Create Extraordinary Books. Push the boundaries of traditional books by creating a story illustrated in 3D.
Partial transcription of the video
“In this lesson. we are going to introduce the technique of paper cutting. The most important thing to keep in mind is that we are working with a very sharp tool and we can injure ourselves. So. we are going to... Learn some safety issues right from the start. such as adopting certain habits to prevent accidents. Firstly. always be aware of where to place the scalpel. I find it effective to consistently position it in front of my sheet. This ensures safety and helps never on the sides. because I might forget it's there. When I'm working. i can rest my arm and accidentally hurt myself. So. we...”
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Course summary for: Paper Cutting Illustration: Create Extraordinary Books
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Bookbinding, Children's Illustration, DIY, Editorial Design, Narrative, Paper Craft, Storytelling, Traditional illustration

Paz Tamburrini
A course by Paz Tamburrini
Born in Buenos Aires, Argentina, Paz Tamburrini is a professional visual artist, engraver, and illustrator who specializes in creating books using paper cutting. Her work has been published around the world in editorials such as Edelvives, La brujita de papel, Gerbera and Milrazones.
She studied a Master's in books and children's literature at the UAB and is just as fascinated by the theory of books as she is by the practical side of their creation. Her passion for turning the book itself into a narrative element led her to learn various paper engineering techniques which she uses to create pieces that awaken the curiosity of many different audiences.
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