This gorgeous art from books by Su Blackwell literally sculpt the words from the pages into telling the story.
Her creations bring entire castles, trees and miniature paper people from the pages of books to life. Some of the most recognizable scenes Blackwell has recreated in paper include those from Snow White, Little Red Riding Hood, Alice in Wonderland and the landscapes of Narnia. Some of her paper creations are even illuminated to give them even more depth and interesting shadows. Even though some books are sacrificed in the process, Blackwell's book art creations are more beautiful than they are destructive.
As well as these fantastical pieces of book art, Blackwell has completed a number of commercial projects, as part of spreads for well-known clients like Oprah Magazine and the British Airways.
Why This Trend Is Growing
- Paper Art
- Opportunities for innovative paper artists to use books and other paper materials to create unique works of art
- Book Recycling
- Creating art from discarded books presents an opportunity for eco-friendly businesses to create products from otherwise unusable materials
- Interactive Storytelling
- Using visual art to bring classic stories to life in an interactive way can be a disruptive innovation in the entertainment industry
Industries Being Reshaped
- Art and Design
- Opportunities for artists who specialize in paper art and book art to showcase their work and gain commercial clients
- Eco-friendly Products
- An opportunity for businesses to create unique and sustainable products from discarded books and paper materials
- Entertainment
- An opportunity to create innovative and interactive experiences for viewers through the use of paper art and storytelling
