The London-based artist crafts realistic animal sculptures by upcycling cardboard into different silhouettes.

Gluckstein began using cardboard during the COVID-19 pandemic.

From maned lions to orangutans, Gluckstein covers a breadth of animal diversity.

Upcycled Cardboard Sculptures by Josh Gluckstein

The inspiration for his subjects comes from his travels through Asia, Africa, and South America.

Then, when the basic form is complete, he will add the last details with paint.

London-based artist Josh Gluckstein creates realistic portraits of animals entirely from cardboard.

Upcycled Cardboard Sculptures by Josh Gluckstein

He began upcycling this material during the COVID-19 lockdown when he was working with limited resources.

Gluckstein manipulates the cardboard in a variety of ways to create different tones and textures.

Upcycled Cardboard Sculptures by Josh Gluckstein

Upcycled Cardboard Sculptures by Josh Gluckstein

Upcycled Cardboard Sculptures by Josh Gluckstein

Upcycled Cardboard Sculptures by Josh Gluckstein

Upcycled Cardboard Sculptures by Josh Gluckstein

Upcycled Cardboard Sculptures by Josh Gluckstein

Upcycled Cardboard Sculptures by Josh Gluckstein

Upcycled Cardboard Sculptures by Josh Gluckstein

Upcycled Cardboard Sculptures by Josh Gluckstein