Paper-cut spring swallow pattern and cutting method tutorial
The spring swallow was called the black bird in ancient times. Since the spring swallow is a symbol of spring full of vitality, people also regard the spring swallow as an auspicious bird. The paper-cut Spring Swallow pattern often appears on the windows of every household during the Lunar New Year, symbolizing blessings for another year of good fortune and a happy life. At the same time, Chunyan is also an important character in "A Dream of Red Mansions". People sometimes give Chunyans paper-cuts to girls to express their appreciation for the girls intelligence.
1. Preparation: Take a piece of colored paper and fold it twice to form four layers, or take four pieces of colored paper and staple the edges.
2. Tracing: On the bound paper, use a pencil to carefully draw the picture. Pay special attention to the movements of the spring swallows head, wings and tail.
3. Cutting: When cutting spring swallows, you must cut out the cleverness and cuteness of the swallows. You don't need to cut its body when cutting. After cutting the head, cut off the two wings directly. Behind the two wings is a scissor-shaped tail. This exaggeration is unique to folk paper-cutting shapes. Swallow’s head
It can be cut small and the pattern can be cut into a zigzag pattern (see the paper-cut work "Spring Swallows Flying Together") or into a half-flower pattern (see the paper-cut work "Young Swallows Fly High"), which means that when swallows come, they will bring them back to the earth. In spring, flowers bloom.
Paper-cut work "The Swallow Flying High"
The swallow cutting method can also be used for smaller birds, such as sparrows, orioles, larks, waxbills, etc. However, there is a big difference between these birds and swallows, which is the difference in the tail. Observe carefully, make bold choices, and be sure to highlight the unique parts of each bird.
Folk paper-cutting themes related to swallows include "Spring Swallows Fly High", "Swallows Love Their Home Nest", etc.
Paper-cut work "Spring Swallows Fly High"
