Queen – Operatic Rebellion

About the role

A unique opportunity to create papercut portraits that explore identity through precision, negative space, and layered depth. This role focuses on the art of removal—using diagonal cuts to reveal a dark underlying layer, evoking subtle visual vibration and complexity in each piece.

Responsibilities

• Design and execute papercut portraits with meticulous diagonal cuts to expose underlying layers.
• Utilize negative space to enhance visual storytelling and depth in each artwork.
• Experiment with techniques that create subtle visual vibration and layered identity representation.
• Refine compositions to balance precision with expressive, evocative results.
• Prepare and present finished works for exhibitions, publications, or commissions.

Requirements

• Proficiency in papercutting techniques, particularly with precision tools (e.g., X-Acto knives, scalpels).
• Strong understanding of composition, negative space, and layering in visual art.
• Ability to work with delicate materials and maintain clean, sharp cuts.
• Experience in conceptualizing and executing artworks that explore identity, memory, or abstraction.
• Portfolio demonstrating prior work in papercutting, portraiture, or related mediums.

Skills

• Attention to detail and patience for intricate, time-intensive processes.
• Creative problem-solving to adapt techniques for unique artistic goals.
• Knowledge of paper types, weights, and their impact on final artwork.
• Ability to critique and refine work based on conceptual and technical feedback.