Welcome to Paper Fauna:
the Art and Illustrations of Nicole Grosjean

All of my layered paper illustrations are hand-painted in watercolor and gouache and are occasionally accented in 24k gold or 21k white gold. Each design is patterned from detailed drawings, cut by hand or laser, and then layered to create various depths depending on the size of the piece. My most complex pieces have 1000 or more individual cut paper elements, and can take up to six months to complete.

If you are interested in any originals or prints, please go to my 'Contact' page. I also accept commissions and custom orders, so please don't hesitate to contact me if you're looking for something that isn't currently offered: nicole@paperfauna.com

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WORKS IN PROGRESS ON INSTAGRAM

He came out perfectly, now I just need to mount him in the knot frame. There is still more to do, but he’s pretty close! This is just one of 9 pieces heading to @valkariegallery for ‘Modern Mythos’ with @valeriesavarie and @mikihard
Getting ready to bake this guy, fingers crossed he comes out okay! There’s a bit more to do, but he’s nearly finished. I can’t wait to show you the whole piece! #wip #sculpture #owl #polymerclay #cosclay #paperfauna
Another new piece I’m working on for the @valkariegallery show. I’m really looking forward to painting this one! #wip #fanart #twinpeaks #cherrypie #skulls #mirriholographic #cutpaperart #laserengraving #lasercutting #glowforge #stonehe
Another piece in the works for ‘Modern Mythos’ at @valkariegallery opening in September. I found a really beautiful Victorian glass window pane to use in the framing! This show is going to be so fun, and will also feature the work of @val
Almost got all the wing feathers layered in on this guy over the weekend. He’s already been snapped up by a collector, but will still be a part of ‘Modern Mythos’ at @valkariegallery next month! #wip #polymerclay #cosclay #sculptur
Another piece in the works for Modern Mythos opening at @valkariegallery next month! This one is getting pretty close, just some paint and glass left. I’ll be sharing the show with two amazing artists @valeriesavarie and @mikiharder. If you don
Making slow progress on my owl for ‘Modern Mythos’ opening at @valkariegallery next month. I’m working on at least eight other pieces for the show at the moment and can’t wait to share what all I’ve been up to! The show
Working on an owl for an upcoming show. I haven’t sculpted anything in clay for ages, but I used to sculpt all the time! There’s still a lot to do, but the form is roughed in. I absolutely love this tree knot frame! #wip #sculpture #cos