Have you heard ofkiriepaper art?
The word kirie comes from the two Japanese kanji kiri, meaning cut, and e, meaning picture.
Despite its ancient roots, kirie is still practiced today by some Japanese contemporary artists.
An artist known asEricaon Twitter is one person whos keeping the craft alive.
Ericas illustrations feature female characters wearing kimonos, dresses, and even wings.
Although each fairy-like character lives on paper, they also appear to be a part of nature.
The result is ethereal, pixie-like characters with vibrant, leaf-patterned hair and clothing.
Erica can change their appearances by simply holding them up to another environment.
Check out Ericas kirie art below and find more from her portfolio onTwitter.
