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drawing 2 and 3 dimensional works. Talking with Jo it is her passion and dedication to the art of paper and being an independent artist is clearly evident. Jo confesses herself that she “Lives, eats and breathes paper”. Paper Couture pieces are varied and included in a number of areas as a paper artist including fashion, magazines, lighting design, interiors, stationary, floral arrangements, fine art and installation. Jo goes through a number of her works in the studio with us generously describing materials and techniques used. A standout piece is a globe made from cut up maps which have been re-sewn back together. This technique of reusing and re-imagining paper materials is a constant in her work. This
concept of repurposing and “re-imagining” what is now discarded into something beautiful is a common work process for Jo. A favourite material to use are maps which can also be seen in a series of beautiful paper sailing boats that adorn the ceiling of the showroom, appearing to be sailing away on an invisible ocean. Papercraft is an art form that needs to be respected and preserved especially in a world where everything is done digitally, it is good that this form out creating is still taking place at the Paper Couture studio at the skilled hands of Jo Neville. Please come and visit Paper Couture and see for yourself, you won’t be disappointed!
You can visit the studio: 81-83 Dickson Avenue Artarmon, NSW Or visit online at www.papercouture.net. au