1, folding: folding paper to produce repeated patterns is the most basic paper-cutting technique, and it is also the expression technique adopted by monochrome paper-cutting. The different effects it produces depend on the number and angle of folding. Folding paper-cut is a symmetrical pattern, so the resulting graphics are more rhythmic. This technique is mostly used to cut happy flowers and ceiling flowers.
2. Yin and Yang engraving: The basic effect of paper-cutting is achieved by using Yin and Yang lines alone or in combination. The combination of yin and yang is the best paper-cutting performance. There are two engraving methods for the same work, yin and yang, which make the composition varied, and the black, white and gray in the picture form a sharp contrast. It is an expressive paper-cutting technique.
3. Punching: Use a knife or scissors to cut out the basic outline on the paper, and then use a needle to punch holes in the pattern, mainly to connect multiple layers of paper, and at the same time see the fine in the rough. This technique is often used in embroidery patterns, and sometimes the patterns are symmetrical, such as pillow flowers, shoe flowers and sleeve flowers.
2 ~ 4 identical patterns are needed, so rice paper is often used for cutting, carving and punching, and then peeled off after completion, and multiple identical patterns will appear at the same time. Xuan paper is used because it is sticky and thin, and embroidery under it will not affect the aesthetic feeling. Instead, it is a quick and simple stapler and staple, which also plays the role of multi-layer paper connection.
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Folk paper-cutting is good at combining all kinds of objects and images to produce ideal and beautiful effects. No matter whether one or more image combinations are used, the model is "image implication" and "meaning conformation", not the objective natural form.
At the same time, he is also good at creating various mascots in a comparative way, and combining the agreed images to express his psychology. Pursuing auspicious metaphor has become one of the ultimate goals of image combination. The geographical closure and cultural limitations, as well as the intrusion of adversity such as natural disasters, aroused people's desire for a happy life.
People pray for ample food and clothing, prosperity, health and longevity, and all the best. This simple wish is conveyed through paper-cutting. Folk paper-cut "deer and crane in the same spring" is a traditional folk theme pattern.
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