The Cut and Creased Creations of Abigail Reynolds
Armida Ascano — October 8, 2010 — Art & Design
References: abigailreynolds & booooooom
The work of Abigail Reynolds incorporates numerous kinds of modern visual art. Not quite papercraft, not entirely photography, and somewhat origami, the cut-and-fold style of Abigail Reynolds is all her own.
For her series of cut and creased photography, Abigail Reynolds used layering methods and began cutting, folding and pasting her way to these masterful marvels of art. Check out these gorgeous pieces in the featured gallery.
Implications - In a world where almost everyone with a computer and photoshop can be an artist, work that is complex, intricate and handmade are rare and popular choices for art appreciators. Artwork where the long hours and heart put in is plainly visible in the end result is heavily admired by the general population who appreciate the rarity of this kind of work.
For her series of cut and creased photography, Abigail Reynolds used layering methods and began cutting, folding and pasting her way to these masterful marvels of art. Check out these gorgeous pieces in the featured gallery.
Implications - In a world where almost everyone with a computer and photoshop can be an artist, work that is complex, intricate and handmade are rare and popular choices for art appreciators. Artwork where the long hours and heart put in is plainly visible in the end result is heavily admired by the general population who appreciate the rarity of this kind of work.
Trend Themes
1. Handcrafted Artwork - The appreciation for complex, intricate, and handmade artwork is on the rise.
2. Layered Photography - The combination of layering methods in photography is becoming popular for creating unique visual art.
3. Hybrid Art Styles - Artists are exploring the combination of different art forms, such as papercraft, photography, and origami, to create new and distinctive styles.
Industry Implications
1. Fine Arts - The fine arts industry can capitalize on the growing demand for handcrafted and unique artwork.
2. Photography - Photography businesses can explore the use of layering techniques to create visually captivating and innovative photographs.
3. Art Education - The art education industry can incorporate lessons on hybrid art styles to inspire and expand the creativity of students.
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