Hand-cut 3D paper art, one layer at a time
Step-by-step tutorials, material tests and finished shadow boxes for anyone who wants to make layered paper-cut pictures at home.
Latest guides
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Best paper and glue for 3D layered paper art
How paper weight, finish and adhesive type affect cutting, shadows and longevity in paper-cut shadow boxes.
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How to make a paper-cut 3D shadow box
A beginner tutorial for building a layered paper-cut shadow box, from template to final glue-up, with tools and timing.
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Layer spacing in a shadow box: how deep should each gap be?
How to choose spacer thickness between paper layers so a shadow box looks deep without looking cluttered.