Introduction: Re-creating Art
Browsing paper art in google a came across, an amazing paper sculpture by Eric Standley ( you can just google his name + paper + scuplture ).
I wanted to re-create it. the process wasnt that simple. since i had few picture on the web to start from.
Step 1: Drawing the Pattern
I used the original picture as a template, and used illustrator to draw lines and shapes.
i am attaching the illusttaor vector file here.
Step 2: Cutting the Pattern
i got access to the laser cutter in my friends school. Then i was able to cut the patterns on paper scheets. all in all i had to use 130 layers.
my design files will be uploaded here.
Step 3: Getting the Shape Together
I started putting the layers on each other, just to have an idea on how everything is going to be, and have an idea on what colors i can choose.
Step 4: Glue and Color Everything
Once i had an idea about how the shape is going to be, i alternate coloring the layers and glue them together.
Step 5: The Finished Pattern
and this is how my pattern is looking once finished. I hope someone get inspired :)

Second Prize in the
Papercraft Contest 2015

Participated in the
Epilog Contest VII
35 Comments
5 years ago
Could you please share the entire design file?
7 years ago
GREAT GREAT GREAT JOB, this is beautiful; i glad you are good enough to share with us, but, art should never be hidden
7 years ago
Beautiful! Very nicely done and organize! I love the various colors you used, they really compliment the pattern(s) you created. Unbelievable this is made most from cardboard....
7 years ago
This is so cool!
What kind of paper did you use?
7 years ago
130 layers! -- Your dedication is admirable, and your execution even more so. Nice job!
7 years ago
Will work perfect if transformed into a paper ring
7 years ago
Can't wait to get the PDF and try it with paper!!
Reply 7 years ago
+1
7 years ago
Awesome!!!
7 years ago
Great! Wanna share the layers file? ;)
Reply 7 years ago
i will share the source files, as soon as i get my computer back.
7 years ago
the final product is just WOW
Reply 7 years ago
thanks
7 years ago
Wow.....
Reply 7 years ago
thanks
7 years ago
WOW! You blow my mind.
Reply 7 years ago
thanks
7 years ago
This is absolutely stunning!
Reply 7 years ago
thanks
7 years ago
That's incredible! Great work.