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If you have ever seen a layered paper scene that seems to lift off the page,or a memo pad that transforms into a small building as you tear off sheets,you have seen 3D paper art. However,what is the name of this craft? The answer depends on the technique used. Various methods are used to create three dimensional forms out of flat paper,which have terms such as paper engineering,paper sculpture,kirigami as well as layered paper art among others. Mociworld is an expert in a single branch of 3D paper art,which is precision engineered paper sculptures that can be scaled,story-driven,and used in the real world. We actually collaborate with brands,cultural organizations and gift giving companies globally to bring ideas to life.
The Many Names of 3D Paper Art
There are actually various names of the 3D paper art and each one of the names emphasizes a particular aspect of the art. The focus of paper engineering is on the structural and mechanical aspect which is the ability of paper to be cut and folded and stacked to form self supporting structure. Paper sculpture puts an emphasis on the art product, an independent object to be exhibited. Kirigami, a type of origami that involves cutting and gluing, is often used in pop-up books and greeting cards. Layered paper art refers to a piled up sheet of paper that forms some depth by spacing and shadow. Our combination of all these is at Mociworld. Our 3D paper art is interactive in nature, and it is usually disclosed with the help of our primary product the 3D Memo Pad. It may appear to be a typical note block on the outside, however, when the pages are actually ripped off, a stratified sculpture is created, a landmark, a product silhouette, or a custom shape.
How 3D Paper Art Is Made
Professional 3D paper art can not be made with the help of scissors and glue. Every layer has to be accurately cut, placed and spaced so as to give the illusion of depth. The majority of the paper products are actually disposable. We suppose that paper can do more. With architecture, stratification, and intelligent design, paper could be an object of narrative, branding, and cultural representation, which individuals prefer to store, exhibit, and recall. We are actually starting our process with digital design, and all the layers are laser cut. The sheets are then stacked with carefully calculated spacing; adhesive or foam cores are actually used to create shadow lines. The effect is a composition which varies according to the viewing angle. In the case of a 3D memo pad, the sculpture is concealed in the block, and it only reveals itself when the pages are removed making an otherwise mundane activity an element of discovery.
Applications of 3D Paper Art in Branding and Gifting
3D paper art is not restricted to the gallery. It is actually used as high end corporate gifts that will remain on desks over the years. The paper sculptures commissioned by cultural institutions as reflections of iconic architecture or themes of an exhibition are sold as exclusive retail objects. Gift companies use paper art in 3D and include it in seasonal campaigns in such a way that they produce limited edition items that are literally retained by the recipients. Due to the fact that our team is a combination of creative design and manufacturing implementation whereby our design center is located at Beijing and production center at Shenzhen is one complete system, our team is able to handle the 3D paper art concept to mass production with reliability. We actually provide ready-to-use structure of paper sculptures and complete custom developed content solutions. We do not sell single products instead we develop scalable paper content systems, which may be modified, replicated and supplied with high reliability.
The 3D paper art is known as paper engineering, paper sculpture, or layered paper art, but it is the use of paper as the base that makes the paper experience memorable. Mociworld is actually offering a clear as well as step by step tutorial to materials and construction and pro tips, and how to use it to do custom paper gifts. Ask us to prepare a quote. Share your story and we will assist you in developing the story in paper.
