Introduction to Paper Cutting with Kirie Technique
A course by Ariádine , Papercut Artist
Take your first steps into the world of paper cutting with the Kirie technique. Learn how to create stunning silhouettes on paper with a scalpel.
Take your first steps into the world of paper cutting with the Kirie technique. Learn how to create stunning silhouettes on paper with a scalpel.
Immerse yourself in the fascinating world of kiriê, a Japanese paper-cutting technique, in this online course with Ariádine. Discover the poetic aesthetic and therapy behind paper cutting. Through a mindfulness approach, you will learn to create lines and empty spaces that generate contrasts and refer to the positive-negative duality present in Eastern cultures.
In this course, Ariádine will teach you the fundamentals of kiriê and how to give free rein to your imagination.
At the end of the course, you will not only have acquired the necessary skills to use kiriê as an artistic tool, but also for self-knowledge and concentration. Discover the delicacy of kiriê and create authentic paper sculptures that convey your imagination and thoughts through paper lace.
What will you learn in this online course?
16 lessons & 19 downloads
- 100% positive reviews (67)
- 2,704 students
- 16 lessons (1h 37m)
- 19 additional resources (4 files)
- Online and at your own pace
- Available on the app
- Audio: Portuguese, English
- Portuguese · Spanish · English · German · French · Italian · Polish · Dutch
- Level: Beginner
- Unlimited access forever
What is this course's project?
The final project of this course consists of creating authentic paper sculptures using the kiriê technique. Using the knowledge acquired throughout the course, you can design and cut works of paper that transmit your imagination and thoughts through frames and visual contrasts.
Projects by course students
Who is this online course for?
This course is aimed at anyone interested in exploring the kiriê technique and creating paper sculptures. No previous experience in visual arts is required, as Ariádine will guide you step by step through the creative process. This course is perfect for those looking for a unique and therapeutic form of artistic expression, as well as for those who want to develop concentration and mindfulness skills through the creation of paper inserts.
Requirements and materials
To carry out this course, you will only need paper of different weights, a scalpel or cutter, a cutting base, and a ruler or square to measure and mark. These materials will allow you to explore and experiment with the kiriê technique, creating paper sculptures that are unique and full of meaning.
Reviews
Ariádine is an artist specialized in the Japanese technique of kiriê, paper cutting. Through her works, she creates engaging patrons, amusing scenes and optical illusions that have won over renowned brands such as Disney Channel, Coca-Cola and various publications.
Her passion for kiriê has become a practice that transcends artistic creation. For Ariádine, kiriê is a form of therapy, a way to achieve concentration and full attention through paper cuttings. Her unique style and ability to generate visual contrasts have captivated admirers all over the world.
Through this course, Ariádine shares her knowledge and experience in kiriê, guiding you on the fascinating journey of creating authentic paper sculptures. Discover the delicacy and beauty of kiriê as you learn to transform simple paper sheets into something special. Explore a new way of channeling your ideas and thoughts through paper and let go through the mesmerizing craftsmanship of kiriê.
Content
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U1
Introduction
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Presentation
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Influences
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U2
Paper history, preparatory tools and concepts
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Papercutting in different cultures
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Papers and their specifications
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Materials
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How to use the stylus
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The positive and negative technique and high contrast
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Building your reference library
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U3
Drawing and cutting out Kiri-ê
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Leading lines and symmetry
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Figurative drawing
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Geometric patterns
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Identifying the negative and positive in the drawing
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Cutting process: figurative elements
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Cutting process: geometric elements and the outline of the fish
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U4
Care of the work and other possibilities with cutting
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Care and presentation
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Other possibilities
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FP
Final project
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Kirie/Paper Cutting: create outstanding paper sculptures
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FAQs
Domestika's courses are online classes that provide you with the tools and skills you need to complete a specific project. Every step of the project combines video lessons with complementary instructional material, so you can learn by doing. Domestika's courses also allow you to share your own projects with the teacher and with other students, creating a dynamic course community.
All courses are 100% online, so once they're published, courses start and finish whenever you want. You set the pace of the class. You can go back to review what interests you most and skip what you already know, ask questions, answer questions, share your projects, and more.
The courses are divided into different units. Each one includes lessons, informational text, tasks, and practice exercises to help you carry out your project step by step, with additional complementary resources and downloads. You'll also have access to an exclusive forum where you can interact with the teacher and with other students, as well as share your work and your course project, creating a community around the course.
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valerie.keane
I loved this course. It was well thought out, explained in a very understandable way and she provided excellent resources. Her work is also very inspiring.
kdesigner
Very inspiring! There's nothing to it, but to do it, teaching method. Wonderful stuff that can make you go along way.
giusyeisuoipasticci
Corso interessante! Semplice ma complicato allo stesso tempo. Insegnante capace nel descrivere tutto il procedimento in modo semplice .
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paperartist
I only watched a few videos within the course so far and, as a beginner, I believe I will learn quite a bit about paper cutting. The teacher has a passion for the subject and it shows.
sperezs
Muchas referencias y bastante entretenido
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