m'anthem #1

Today the Department of Phenomenal Papercraft explores the work of Hudson Valley-based papercutting artist Maude Alta, who creates exquisite paper-cut works that showcase both the strength and delicacy of paper.

"Her work is done on the macro as well as the micro level. Every cut is exact and meaningful. She enjoys playing with positive and negative space to create fantastic scenes and stories. She considers herself a craftsperson and has a deep respect for the paper she transforms. In pursuing her work, she hopes to make visible to others the immense world of possibilities that every piece of paper holds."

Alta’s cut-paper creations have a wonderfully lyrical feel. Evocative of line drawings and often featuring both nature and fantasy imagery, these pieces feel like illustrations for a collection of folk and fairy tales we’d desperately love to read.

Visit Maude Alta’s website to explore more of her wondrous paper carvings.

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