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about.

Quietly masquerading as the sharp.line.hunter my work is driven by a serious passion for cutting and folding paper. I like to explore colour combinations to create new patterns  based on on my travels. 

A member of the Paper Artist Collective I am in the company of some incredibly talented artists, and I highly recommend you check them all out!

 I caught the laser cutting and 3D printing bug whilst studying for an MA in Multi-Disciplinary Printmaking.

Working in the engineering and design industry for the best part of 12 years, I help people design, develop, manufacture and launch great products. By day I work with a fabulously talented group of people at a Product Design agency in Bristol. ​

You can find me over on Twitter and LinkedIn.

Co-founder of Zebera By Design it's a purpose led platform that seeks to utilise design in education. Working with young people at school, building confidence and sharing knowledge with the intent of solving real world problems, is a very exciting journey to be on.   ​

Originally from London, I currently live in Bristol.

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making. 

What types of papers and glues do you use?

 

The paper I use is either GF SmithDaler Rowney or Claire Fontaine from a 180gsm to 250gsm, with a smooth surface and solid saturated colour. Reliable and consistent in colour, they cut really nicely. 

 

Backing board is usually 380gm + to maintain rigidity. 

 

Occasionally I will use other papers for a different texture or sheen/reflection, but I always stay away from laminated as it tends to blister and lift when cutting. 

 

Aleenes High Tack-Glue – doesn’t saturate the paper too heavily so that it wrinkles, gives you just enough time for positioning, but not so long that you are stood there like a bit of lemon waiting for it to set.

 

 

What types of tools do you use?

 

My most prized tool is a butter knife that I nicked from the kitchen drawer. It has a soft blunt edge that is really good at making a precise crisp fold, without cutting through. A bone folder for heavier cards is also really useful. 

 

Laser cutting is my go-to when I can. I currently use a plotter for bulk cutting. A good scalpel and steel ruler are a must. Masking tape is also useful. 

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What types of software do you use?

 

Illustrator to export vector files, Photoshop for image editing. I prefer to keep the software use to a minimum as there is a balance to be kept between digital and analogue. The process of folding is what I enjoy the most. 

 

How did you get started?

Whilst studying for my Masters, I became heavily involved with laser cutting, then subsequently water jet cutting and 3D printing. I absolutely love cutting metal ... but it's an expensive hobby. Paper is a perfect alternative. 

 

 

What’s your process?

 

Usually something has caught my eye out and about and I have been mulling it over for a few days. If I haven't drawn the idea out, I prefer to move a stack of modules around to work the idea through. When 'finished' I will design new details and cut fresh. 

 

Keeping all dimensions divisible by two (even numbers preferred) the final piece is driven by the cutting area I have available.

Do you sell your work?

Yes - message me!

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exhibit.

2022

Matisse and Contemporary Paper Artist Exhibition, Rheghed Gallery, Penrith  

2021

Young Talents Exhibition, De Mimis Gallery, Amsterdam

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