Delightful paper bird sculptures transform toucans, owls and chickens into works of art

When explaining her inspiration, she says: "I have been designing paper sculptures since I graduated from University (Design: Crafts) in 2006. Birds are my favourite subject because I think they are such happy little creatures. Most of them have rather splendid hair dos. Nature is a constant source of inspiration for my designs.

"All of my designs start with doodles in my sketchbook. I use a ruler and protractor to make a template. I enjoy maths, so this is my favourite part of the whole process. Once I'm happy with the shape, I make a stencil for the template and print out the design. The second print adds the unique colours, textures and patterns, which I doodle freehand onto a blank silk screen.

"Each creature has his own individual markings and colour palette. I cut out the pieces, build and varnish them. A lot of processes go into building each sculpture. They are on my desk, in different stages, for weeks!"

Discover more at kapermenagerie.etsy.com / papersculptures.co.uk, or if you're local to Manchester, pop in to the Menagerie at Manchester Craft & Design Centre.