New Jersey-born Netherlands-based artist Layla May Arthur takes the materials and principles of theatrical set design and creates memorable, incredibly-intricate dioramas whose details defy their simple materials. How she is able to craft architectural sculptures of such convincing depth using only white paper is beyond me. They all make me long to be tiny so I could explore them from within.
“I really enjoy being able to handcraft artworks to be used in photoshoots or installations where my work reaches an audience who might not ordinarily seek out art in an art space. I have had incredible clients so far who have given me huge creative freedom in acting as both art director and artist.”
– Layla May Arthur
Arthur also works in paper cuttings, and all her work employs carefully-placed lighting. Using shadows, Arthur is able to give the illusion of mass and depth to her one-color, one-material pieces. She’s a true genius!
You can see all of Layla May Arthur’s amazing work on her website and on Instagram and Behance.
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April 6, 2023 at 7:14 am
These are fabulous. The intricacy of the cutting is astounding.
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April 7, 2023 at 11:50 am
I can’t imagine that level of concentration.
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April 6, 2023 at 7:22 am
Amazing
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April 7, 2023 at 11:50 am
It is!
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April 6, 2023 at 8:54 am
You know how much I love this. It is a lot harder than you would think cutting paper would be. I have tried and sorry to say I didn’t finish… maybe someday..
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April 7, 2023 at 11:50 am
I can’t begin to imagine what a strain it would put on the eyes and the back and the hands. She must be super-human (or very young)!
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April 6, 2023 at 11:48 am
This leaves me with some questions. In one post it appears to be one person putting up full size display/art. I would love to see theses in person. That is not going to happen, so I will enjoy them memories.
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April 7, 2023 at 11:52 am
I think when pieces are going up in a gallery, there are helpers. I do think she does her work alone, though.
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