What's it all about?

What’s it all about?


Hello! I’m Leela. I’m currently studying MA Future Design at Teesside University. I am currently undertaking a period of research covering the following two strands…

Paper art

Specifically, cut paper art. I’ve dabbled into collage and paper cutting in the past. I’m now looking into the origins, the history, the differences across cultures, and modern uses and interpretations of the medium. I’m experimenting along the way, with the aim of developing my own unique and distinct style using paper to create illustrations.

Folk and fairy tales and superstitions of North Yorkshire

I love North Yorkshire. From the wilderness of the North York Moors, to the lush daffodil-covered dales, to the bustling fishing villages. It’s a special place full of unique and friendly people which holds a place forever in my heart. And, like many places steeped in history, it’s also full of myths, stories and legends. I want to create a series of illustrations celebrating these tales using the medium of paper, and explore the relationship between the medium and the subject.

I'm also interested in Japanese history and culture and you may see research or influences from this area pop up along the way.

I’ve set this blog up as a public platform to display my research and experiments and to showcase my developing illustrative style.

I’d be delighted to hear from you if you have an interest in my research area or my work. Please feel free to email me at loveleelaart@gmail.com or connect with me through my Facebook page, www.facebook.com/loveleelaart or Instagram, www.instagram.com/loveleelaart.

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