Paper cutting is a traditional art in China, which has been making its way along the route of the long history of paper. It once became one of the main forms of arts, and was popular with the people of that time; even in royal families, ladies were also judged by the ability at paper cutting. The themes of their works usually include everything in people's daily life from dumb things to the surroundings. Familiarity makes them understand the real spirit of the art.
Once they are owned by a master of papercut, they will become so supernatural that the papercuts beyond imagination flow out of his/her hands. Another tool for paper cutting is carving knives which are necessary to improve a sharpened effect or to make a good job.
No doubt that arts come from life and serve life. The bright colors of red, green or light blue papercuts provide a merry atmosphere. And people like to decorate their windows and doors using colorful papercuts. Shanxi window papercuts are simple and bold; papercuts from Hebei Province are bright in color; papercuts in southern provinces are good and fine.
A. The main tool for paper cutting is scissors. B. Most of the paper cut artists are women. C. It takes a long time to become a master of paper cut. D. Paper cutting is also very popular in foreign countries. E. This kind of art went after the invention of paper in Han Dynasty. F. Paper cuts made in different areas have different characteristics. |
