Blanche Turner – Guild of American Papercutters

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Story of the GAP Logo

The official Guild logo was designed in 1998 by Blanche Turner, with calligraphy by Karen Schloss. The following statement describing the intended use of the logo by members, written by…

A Home for Paper Artists

Through its publications, traveling exhibits, papercutting conferences, workshops, and demonstrations, members of the Guild of American Papercutters (GAP) seek to spread and celebrate the art of cutting paper. Whether you actively design and cut in paper, or simply appreciate the finished works of papercutters, we invite you to join our community. Our worldwide membership embraces all styles, materials, cutting methods, and experience levels. However you work, whatever your style, you will find kindred artists in the Guild of American Papercutters.