Fallen leaves become the material forintricate carvingsin the art ofLito.

The self-taught Japanese artist picked up this art form in 2020 as a way to help manage his ADHD.

He found that the act of transforming delicate fallen leaves into unexpected designs helped hone his concentration.

Leaf Cutout Art by Lito

With patience and steady hands, Lito carves a range of whimsical narratives on a miniature scale.

Japanese artist Lito creates exquisite carvings from found leaves.

He manages to cut out intricate designs without breaking the leaf.

Leaf Cutout Art by Lito

Lito began creating cutouts to help manage his ADHD symptoms.

Since then, his art has become increasingly complex and beautiful.

Leaf Cutout Art by Lito

Leaf Cutout Art by Lito

Leaf Cutout Art by Lito

Leaf Cutout Art by Lito

Leaf Cutout Art by Lito

Leaf Cutout Art by Lito