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Obsessively Intricate Paper Anatomy

Jan 15, 2011 05:15 PM

Red and white artistic representation of a dress with flowing fabric.

Artist Sarah Yakawonis uses a technique called quilling to craft complex anatomy art with paper.

Illustration of a dress made from flowing red lines and intricate lace detailing.

Quilling, as defined by Wikipedia: "The use of strips of paper that are rolled, shaped, and glued together to create decorative designs. The paper is wound around a quill to create a basic coil shape. The paper is glued at the tip and the coil shaped, these shaped coils are arranged to form flowers, leaves, and various ornamental patterns similar to ironwork."

Anatomical illustration of a skull with highlighted brain regions.

Illustration of a detailed brain anatomy with highlighted structures.

Anatomical illustration of a foot with detailed vascular structures.

Red licorice twists laid out on a white surface.

Illustration of a human hand skeleton in a framed artwork.

Illustration of human muscle anatomy framed in white.

Previously, Painstakingly Crafted 3D Paper Art.

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