Lightbox Papercraft
Lightbox (also shadow box, light box) - is a night-light made of a box, LED lights and cut paper layers.[1]. The paper is cut in the shape of certain silhouettes and applied layer by layer, and a three-dimensional image is obtained. There is a backlight behind the paper, and when the paper is highlighted, the shadows overlap each other, creating a scene. The finished work is placed inside a wooden or plastic box.
History
The first lightboxes were created by artist duo Deepti Nair and Harikrishnan Panicker of Hari & Deepti[2] as an experiment in 2010 in Denver. Known internationally for their specific papercut and backlit style, they moved to India from Denver in the fall of 2014. During this period they travelled to Asia and Europe collecting inspiration and stories for their art and showcasing their work through solo shows and workshops[3]
Creating
Now making lightboxes is a popular papercraft handmade hobby around the world. Lightboxes are used as an interior home decoration, and they are often presented as a gift to relatives and friends. Popular films, anime, animals, famous fairy tales, romantic and Christmas motives are used as designs for lightboxes.
To create a lightbox, crafters use
- thick paper cardstock (colored or white)
- art knife for paper or plotter machine (Cricut, Silhouette, Brother etc.)
- knife or scissors
- glue
- foam sticks
- box from wood, plastic or cardboard
- lights (usually LED light strip with adapter 5/12 V)
- decorative frame (optional)
- glass to protect the object (optional)[4]
References
- ↑ "Lightbox paper cut templates | Lightbox templates Sweetie Graphics". SG Lightbox Papercut. Retrieved 2021-07-06.
- ↑ "Enchanting New Light Box Dioramas by Hari & Deepti Tell Stories of Exploration, Travel and Adventure". Colossal. 2015-09-28. Retrieved 2021-07-06.
- ↑ "Website". Hari & Deepti. Retrieved 2021-07-06.
- ↑ "FAQ | Lightbox templates Sweetie Graphics". SG Lightbox Papercut. Retrieved 2021-07-06.
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