Established officially in 2024, Blankshades’ journey began much earlier with freelance digital design. Today, we are proud to bring our work into physical form, leaving our mark on the Nepalese art community.

'BLANKSHADES' represents the shades that we don’t reflect or the aspects we try to hide from ourselves, which significantly influence our designs.

Our artwork combines digital techniques with various elements to create unique compositions, each carrying a distinct meaning. Rooted primarily in contemporary art style, we aim to inspire resilience and encourage individuals to explore their emotional landscapes and the complexities of life.

 

Instagram: @blankshadess

Each handmade calligraphy card I create is inspired by God’s Word and designed to encourage, uplift, and share love. These faith-filled pieces add a personal touch—perfect to gift, frame, or keep as a gentle reminder of His promises.

 

Instagram: @uplift_strokes

"Quilling has become more than just an art form for me—it’s a way to express my creativity and constantly learn and grow in the world of handmade art".

My creative journey began quite unexpectedly. It all started when I was making a birthday card for my little sister. As I searched for ideas online, I stumbled upon quilling art, and something about it instantly clicked. I decided to give it a try, and though it took me quite a bit of time to finish that first card, the joy I felt looking at the final result was priceless. It was in that moment I realized how much I loved the process of creating something beautiful by hand.

Inspired by the delicate art of paper quilling, I started experimenting more—first with simple designs like cards, earrings, and personalized names. The more I explored, the more my passion grew. I challenged myself to create more unique and intricate pieces, like a quilled bowl, a guitar, and even a fish. With every new creation, I found myself more captivated by the versatility of quilling, and how it allowed me to turn simple paper into almost anything I imagined.

What started as a fun hobby soon turned into a passion. I enjoy the process of experimenting with new ideas and techniques, constantly pushing my limits to create one-of-a-kind pieces. Whether it’s a tiny quilled earring or a detailed sculpture, I love the feeling of bringing something to life from just a strip of paper. Quilling has become more than just an art form for me—it’s a way to express my creativity and constantly learn and grow in the world of handmade art.

 

Instagram: @quilling_squad 

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