lito leaf art, the japanese artist that carves tree leaves to create magnificent scenes

from grocery stores inhabited by animals, to a rhinoceros washing the teeth of its calf, japanese artist lito leaf art carves the most amusing sceneries on tree leaves. using a very precise cut-out technique, a closer inspection of each piece reveals surprising details that create dreamy narratives.

all images by lito leaf art

‘I make positive use of my own ADHD (developmental disability) biased concentration and commitment to create paper-cutting works using leaves,’ comments lito on their instagram page description. a closer look into their social media reveals the artist has been creatively expressing themselves through meticulous drawings that have evolved into the carved leaves.

placed against the sky, viewers are able to imagine worlds on these miniature creations. sometimes surreal, other times scary, but every time beautiful and poetic, make sure you visit the artist’s instagram and twitter accounts where they post each new creation, together with a short but sweet story.

project info

name: carved-out tree leaves

artist: lito leaf art

instagram: here

twitter: here