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# Paper Landscape Constructions
Julien Michel's Paper Projects Exceed the Limitations of Reality

By Gil Cohen | Published 2013-03-26 | Art & Design
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/paper-projects
References: [lustik.tumblr](http://lustik.tumblr.com/post/46242900157/floating-island-box-entomology-julien-michel) & [behance.net](http://www.behance.net/Mjulien)

Redefining reality, Julien Michel creates new worlds and landscapes through his artistic paper projects.

An [origami-style technique](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fold-and-crease-extended) that mimics the low-poly resolution of older video game graphics, every angle and curve that juts out is exaggerated by sharp lines and jagged edges. The multifaceted surfaces take on a crystallized appearance, making his floating island construction seem even more magical, while the masks and insects series take on a jewel-like aesthetic. Bright solid colors add to the video game style of the artwork, and the [sharp polygonal shapes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/illusion-box) create interesting use of shadow.

With his paper projects, Julien Michel envisions landscapes and creatures that resemble those in reality, yet only exist in a fantasy, dream-like world.

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 4.4/10
- Popularity: 90% | Activity: 33% | Freshness: 8%
- Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women
- Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X
- Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia

## Categories

[Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design)

## Key Themes

### Why This Trend Is Growing

- **Low-poly Art:** Exploring low-poly graphics in art opens up opportunities for creating surreal and whimsical worlds beyond reality.
- **Origami-inspired Creations:** Incorporating origami techniques into various mediums allows for innovative designs that push the boundaries of traditional art forms.
- **Video Game Aesthetics:** Adopting video game visual styles in artistic creations presents a unique opportunity to blend digital and physical realms in captivating ways.

### Industries Being Reshaped

- **Art & Design:** Artists can leverage low-poly art and origami-inspired techniques to revolutionize the way landscapes and creatures are depicted in various mediums.
- **Gaming:** Integrating video game aesthetics and low-poly graphics into game development can offer immersive and visually striking gaming experiences.
- **Crafts & DIY:** Incorporating origami-inspired creations and low-poly art techniques into crafts and DIY projects can yield unique and visually captivating results.

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