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Cutaway Leaf Art

Lorenzo Duran Uses Natural Materials to Create Stunning Artworks

— July 15, 2011 — Art & Design
Now that summer is in full swing, there are a lot more natural materials to create stunning art with; just take a look at Lorenzo Duran's portfolio to see what I mean. Using beautiful green leaves as mini-organic canvases, he has created intricate scenes, patterns and objects by expertly cutting away pieces of them.

With a meticulous routine, Lorenzo Duran collects perfect leaves, judged by size and shape, and then proceeds to wash, dry and mold them. Once the base is set, he begins to cut at each leaf as gently as possibly so as not to rip or break it in the process. Lorenzo Duran uses an interesting technique based on paper-cutting in China, Japan, Germany and Switzerland.
Trend Themes
1. Nature-inspired Art - The trend of using natural materials as canvases for intricate artwork offers disruptive innovation opportunities for artists to explore new mediums and blur the boundaries between nature and art.
2. Miniaturized Art - The trend of creating intricate scenes and patterns on mini-organic canvases opens up disruptive innovation opportunities for artists to experiment with new levels of detail and precision in their artwork.
3. Paper-cutting Revival - The trend of reviving the traditional paper-cutting technique in different cultures presents disruptive innovation opportunities for artists to reinterpret and modernize this age-old artform.
Industry Implications
1. Art - The art industry can tap into the trend of nature-inspired and miniaturized art to create unique and visually captivating pieces that resonate with consumers seeking a deeper connection with nature.
2. Crafts - The crafts industry can evolve by incorporating the trend of paper-cutting revival to offer innovative DIY kits and workshops that allow individuals to create their own intricate paper-cut designs and artwork.
3. Design - The design industry can explore the trend of nature-inspired art and miniaturized art to create visually stunning and eco-friendly products, such as home decor, fashion accessories, and stationery.
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