Have you ever considered the various things you can do with fallen leaves? Some people collect them for composting, and others use them for crafts. But do you know there is one Japanese artist who found a unique way to transform them into stunning artworks? Lito Leaf Art is a self-taught artist. Using a precise cut-out technique, he carves intricate scenes and characters on tree leaves.
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Lito Leaf Art uses a variety of leaves, from maple to ginkgo, as his canvas. He carefully selects the leaves that have the right shape, size, and color for his designs. He then sketches his ideas on paper, transferring them onto the leaves using a pencil. He uses a sharp blade to cut out the unwanted parts of the leaf. And leaves them behind the veins and the outline of his images. He sometimes adds tiny holes or dots to create more details and textures. Finally, he gets delicate and intricate leaf art that reveals a surprising story when you hold it against the light.
Some of his leaf art portrays realistic animals and plants, such as a panda eating bamboo, a frog on a lotus leaf, or a butterfly on a flower. Others show whimsical and imaginative scenes, such as a grocery store inhabited by animals, a rhinoceros washing the teeth of its calf, or a family of penguins riding on a turtle.
This Japanese creator started this art form in 2020 to cope with his ADHD and found that it helped him focus and express himself creatively. He says that carving leaves helps him focus and calm his mind. He also enjoys expressing his imagination and humor through his leaf art.
Lito Leaf Art often uses half of the leaf to carve the characters and the other half to create the background. He uses the vein of the leaf as the ground or horizon. He also adds captions and descriptions to his leaf art on his Instagram and Twitter accounts. He shares his work with over 100k followers on his social media accounts.
Lito Leaf Art’s work is famous for its impressive artistic skill and creativity. But he also sends an environmental message through his works. He says that he needs to show the beauty and value of nature through his leaf art and hopes that people will appreciate and protect it more. He also recycles the cut-out parts of the leaves by using them for other crafts or composting them. He says he feels connected with the leaves he uses and tries to respect their life and history.
Lito Leaf Art is one of Japan’s most original and inspiring artists today. His leaf art is a testament to his passion, patience, and perseverance. He shows us that with a simple blade and a fallen leaf, anyone can create unique art that tells a story.
