All images courtesy of The Paper Ark, shared with permissionTropical Birds Burst to Life in the Intricate Paper Cutouts of The Parrot ProjectDecember 18, 2024Kate MothesThe Paper Ark, a collaboration between Nayan Shrimali and Venus Bird (previously), celebrates the diverse beauty of our planets wildlife. In The Parrot Project, a new series of intricate paper-cut pieces, the striking creatures take center stage in vivid color.This series focuses on the vibrant beauty of parrots and their contribution to the ecosystem, say the Ahmedabad, India-based artists, who created 40 different species during the course of one year. Each piece is meticulously hand-cut and painted, realistically depicting the feathered beings.The Paper Arks collection captures the vibrancy of myriad tropical avian varieties, from the bright blue, yellow, and red of the macaw to the dramatic flash of color in the red-tailed black cockatoo.We want our audience to not just appreciate the beauty of this wonderful species but also understand its importance in nature, the pair says. Ten percent of proceeds from sales of this series will be donated to a parrot conservation organization.See more on The Paper Arks website and Behance, and follow updates on Instagram.Previous articleNext article