paper cut art workshopSo it was my first time attending a paper cut art workshop with my friend Kim. It was hosted by the Learning Village in Meridian Campus, QC. The feeling of being there in the moment was like child's play in a sense, it was a wonderful and positive feeling--getting the feel of paper, cutter and scissors and letting your imagination wander--and the people around are so talented and creative as well. Kim mentioned that Meridian is an international school specializing in arts and humanities, and most of the students are so artistic in so many different ways. I felt a bit of nostalgia while spending time there as well. The atmosphere was so friendly, free and childlike and I loved it. Our speaker's name is Ryan Villamael, (He is on IG as @cutfelt) he just came back from a Singapore exhibition and he showed us a lot of his past works and projects and they were just downright amazing. Inspiration-wise, I really felt his art and his passion. He uses other media like felt paper and fabric, and his tools for paper cutting are simple as well. I admire how he is not afraid to take on big challenges and how dedicated he is to his vision. He described going through frustration, not knowing what an artwork's result may be--and seriously, the results are amazing. I know that frustration all too well, and to be able to rise above that fear of failure and fear of the unknown is such an incredible feat. You simply have to remember that passion and love for what you are doing is greater than your fear. I've got to hand it to him, paper cut art is not easy. It requires a lot of patience and discipline, but on the other hand it is completely enjoyable and a great de-stressor. It's also pretty therapeutic. It's something like calligraphy, you can always practice it in your spare time and get better at it. Also, it's very tool dependent--you need a nice, even cutter and a handy pair of scissors. I am amazed at how ordinary media can create such beautiful works. Our classmates were just so talented and full to bursting with ideas, and immersing myself in the same atmosphere inspired me to stop thinking and just go with the flow. I'm looking forward to attending more unique and amazing classes/workshops like this! Time to save up some extra moolah :) Time for the good news!I'm just downright amazed by how intentions can really turn a wish into reality! I'm beyond stoked since Neonmob administrators just approved my submission/pitch and I'm beyond blessed :)
I'm excited to start working on the series, and I look forward to sharing insights on my journey here soon :)
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Nonsensical whimHi, I'm Ashley. This is my blog on journey towards discovering art and documenting my learning experiences. (Particularly Photoshop, Digital Painting, Sketchup/V-ray, Interior Design, fun tutorials I've discovered and the like). wordpress:TUMBLR:Archives
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