About This Project

Paper OffSkin (Tasmania)

How can paper emulate fabric’s flexibility and malleability while still maintaining its intrinsic qualities of strength and structure? This question inspired us to explore the idea of “knitting” strips of paper together that would serve as the groundwork of our 2022 Paper on Skin entry, “Fire in My Soul”.
Each segment increases exponentially forming a geometric zig-zag. Each strip is “knit” to the next, looping one segment through another. This technique secures individual pieces together while producing the larger form that takes on its own curved and very sturdy shape. It creates a repeating texture that is enhanced by the paper colors. Through experimentation, the answer to our question came to light: paper itself can amplify strength and structure creating textural, curvaceous, and dynamic forms.

Gallery Photos: Grant Wells Photo @ggtakespics