Hillary Waters Fayle uses ordinary leaves in fresh ways to create appealing sculptures. Sometimes she stitches them together, such as these delicately embroidered ginkgo leaves. When coated with preservative agents, they stay locked in time.
On other occasions, Fayle cuts precise and elaborate patterns into leaves, such as this butterfly framed inside a butterfly-shaped leaf:
You can find more of Fayle's work at her website and on Instagram.
-via Colossal
Gingko leaves? Look like maple keys to me.
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