I'm starting to think about my MA... both the practice and the research... and I have decided to start from some of the work I was doing for my BA Fine Art module. I'm looking at holes, the missing parts of stories, revelation and concealment , lace and knitting. This has also meant I've returned to paper cutting and I picked up this charming little book by Rob Ryan.
On the back cover there is this illustration of a paper leaf and it got me thinking what if...
I did this with a real leaf.
Which was good fun although not quite as easy as cutting paper!
Given my love of words and text, I couldn't ignore the bits that I cut out...
I then tried cutting a lace pattern from another leaf
Again... it bit of fun.
I've no idea where any of this might lead at this stage but I don't mind because at least I've made a start and we all know that any long journey has to start with a single step.
And I've finished the first page in my sketchbook...
Brilliant - as usual! I think you're onto something there. I'm wondering what will happen to the leaves as they dry out and curl up. Have you tried an autumn leaf?
ReplyDeleteOh! The lace pattern leaf is exquisite! I love seeing your ideas come to life Gina.
ReplyDeleteFab! I love holes too, and the missing parts, I'm always drawn to textiles with holes/concealment in them. Look forward to seeing where this goes, I too wonder what will happen to the leaf and the pattern as it dries...
ReplyDeleteI love the lace leaf and look forward to seeing how this all develops.
ReplyDeleteOh how fabulous. A marvelous beginning. K x
ReplyDeleteExciting leaves, you could be onto something here! Wonder if you've got Paper Cutting, by Laura Heyenga - if not, have a look, it's inspiring.
ReplyDeleteI expect you'll be rushing along to Cambridge Contemporary Art http://www.cambridgegallery.co.uk/ for the Rob Ryan and Angie Lewin exhibition that starts on Friday evening.
ReplyDeleteI like concept of the design being the negative spaces and the solid material the parts in between... endless possibilities!
Looking forward to the Pink Tea Party on Friday
Celia
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these are beautiful. I did something similar many years ago with leaves but nothing as detailed as your beautiful leaf. would also work great as a stencil. wonder what effect it would have in natural dyeing of cloth...
ReplyDeleteWow, love the leaf you cut out.
ReplyDeleteIt is wonderful to be with you at the start of your venture, you have chosen a great theme. Love what you have done to the leaf and look forward to where it leads you next.
ReplyDeleteBrilliant ideas; and yes,the leaves would make stunning stencils too. I can't imagine how you cut them out so beautifully!
ReplyDeleteYour first page of your sketchbook is so perfect and so true.
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coo, you are skilled at this Gina. it's so effective and you must have a bl***y sharp knife!
ReplyDeleteI love watching what you do, Gina. And papercutting.
ReplyDeleteYou have such great ideas Gina - I'm sure this will take you along the right path and I love your cut designs. The leaves and page of text are wonderful.
ReplyDeletei love seeing where your thoughts take you! xxxx
ReplyDeleteA great idea with lots of potential I think. The dolls below are fab! x Jo
ReplyDeletePatience is a virtue which I don't have and you obviously do! Lovely idea for page of your book too.
ReplyDeleteI love the leaves Gina, you are clever!
ReplyDeleteThat would be a brilliant idea for gift tags, don't you think!
Vivienne x
What a lovely idea. If you cover your leaves in wax after you have cut them it will keep them looking fresh I think.
ReplyDeleteI have that little book and it is absolutely beautiful isn't it? Looking forward to joining you on your journey (as an onlooker).
ReplyDeleteFabulous! I love the cut leaf pattern. This is going to be an exciting journey. Have you seen the loo roll advert on the telly that invloves cut paper?
ReplyDeleteGreat cutouts.
ReplyDeleteI love how your idea emerged. Those leaves are wonderful. Your MA sounds like it will be a fun adventure.
ReplyDeleteGina, the raft of comments that precede mine say it all. What a great idea to try it on leaves. I like the first suggestion to let the leaves dry and see what effect you get. Now I'm getting a tad nervous about 'you know what'. The phrase 'follow that' is running through my mind.....
ReplyDeleteEnjoy your adventure - you are always moving on!
ReplyDeleteYour leaf and paper cutting is fabulous Gina! I love it! Lucy x
ReplyDeleteOoh, I've just caught up with this. Don't want to repeat what the others have already said, but ... WOW
ReplyDeletePapercutting is such fun! I have that book too - it's delightful!
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