Illustrator “Draws” Blooming Flowers with Colorful Sheets of Paper as Her Fine Lines

Paper Quilling Illustrations by Meloney Celliers

English paper artist Meloney Celliers adds a new dimension to her whimsical illustrations by combining simple black lines with vibrant paper quilling. The art of paper quilling involves rolling and shaping strips of paper that are then glued together to create decorative 3D designs. Celliers’ brightly colored paper is twisted, swirled, and curled into floral shapes, which are then glued into position to complete each piece.

Celliers’ nature-inspired mixed media compositions feature bunches of flowers blooming from jars, pots, and even Wellington boots; a riot of plant life, erupting from a stag’s horns; and a blast of blue floral swirls, bursting from a whale’s blowhole. In contrast to the colorful mix of 3D elements, Celliers’ lines are minimal, keeping your eye drawn to the color and providing just enough shape to complete each illustration.

Find more of Celliers’ work on Instagram and even purchase her work on Etsy.

Paper artist Meloney Celliers creates whimsical illustrations that combine simple black lines with colorful paper quilling.

Paper Quilling Illustrations by Meloney Celliers

Her themes include colorful floral bouquets…

Paper Quilling Illustrations by Meloney Celliers

Paper Quilling Illustrations by Meloney Celliers

Paper Quilling Illustrations by Meloney Celliers

Paper Quilling Illustrations by Meloney Celliers

Paper Quilling Illustrations by Meloney Celliers

…magical flower-power animals…

Paper Quilling Illustrations by Meloney Celliers

Paper Quilling Illustrations by Meloney Celliers

Paper Quilling Illustrations by Meloney Celliers

Paper Quilling Illustrations by Meloney Celliers

Paper Quilling Illustrations by Meloney Celliers

…and more.

Paper Quilling Illustrations by Meloney Celliers

Paper Quilling Illustrations by Meloney Celliers

Meloney Celliers: Instagram | Etsy
h/t: [Brown Paper Bag]

All images via Meloney Celliers.

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Emma Taggart

Emma Taggart is a Contributing Writer at My Modern Met. Originally from Northern Ireland, she is an artist now based in Berlin. After graduating with a BA in Fashion and Textile Design in 2013, Emma decided to combine her love of art with her passion for writing. Emma has contributed to various art and culture publications, with an aim to promote and share the work of inspiring modern creatives. While she writes every day, she’s also devoted to her own creative outlet—Emma hand-draws illustrations and is currently learning 2D animation.
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