The dragon is a relatively common image in traditional Chinese folk paper-cutting. Different schools of paper-cutting adopt different techniques and methods to depict the dragon. Although differences in regional culture have created all kinds of strange paper-cut dragon patterns, peoples love and respect for the mythical dragon has not changed for generations. The dragon has always been an unshakable spiritual totem in the hearts of the Chinese people.
As can be seen in this paper-cut pattern, the creator has greatly exaggerated and changed the image of the dragon, making the dragon more stable and mysterious. At the same time, the dragon spits "pearls" from its mouth. Such a combination and The combination is also very common in traditional folk paper-cut patterns. The image of a cloud dragon spitting out beads represents peace and good weather in the world, which is a sign of good luck.
1. The preparation before paper-cutting is similar to the traditional paper-cutting operation. Prepare several sheets of single-sided colored paper, place the colored papers on top of each other, and then use a stapler to fix the papers.
2. Tracing. For paper-cut patterns with relatively unrestrained outlines, you can use hand-drawn tracing, and you can even make some modifications appropriately during the tracing process.
3. Paper-cutting and engraving. This paper-cutting tutorial is recommended to be done in a casual way. Even the lines on the body of the paper-cutting dragon are made using partially symmetrical paper-cutting, so you can easily use paper-cutting. method to complete the shaping of the entire dragon.