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Britta Kling (1935-2011)

West coast papercutting artist Britta Kling practices the art of Scherenschnitt of her native Germany. She was introduced to scissor-cutting while attending high school in Stuttgart, and continued her art…

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.