Rob Ryan

I have seen Robert Ryan's work around before but only as prints, i had never imagined it to be formed from paper cuts. It seems so intricate and detailed its quite amazing how his designs are created, such as the ones below;

These designs contain so much detail, and after just a few sessions with Richard Sweeney I can fully appreciate how difficult it can be. He must have a lot of patience to create such exciting designs.

The messages in his designs are quite subtle but once you pick them out, are very effective. 

They all seem to tie in together, sort of motivational messages that most people can relate to. This makes his designs appeal to more audiences which is always good.

Even though this piece is only a pale cut out, the choice of background really brings out the details and shapes. There are so many possibilities with these designs, changing the contrast of the colours to create a more striking effect.

I really like the way the cut outs are just placed on backgrounds so there is a slight shadow enhancing some of the contours.

http://www.misterrob.co.uk/?page_id=1024