BFF - 3D paper sculpture of deer head with vibrant red cardinal, mounted on a wood plaque.
“BFF” (Best Friends Forever), is a captivating sculptural piece that I’m excited to share with you. At just 3.25 inches high, 2.25 inches wide, and 2.5 inches deep, this intimate work invites you to discover a moment of unexpected friendship—a deer and a bright red cardinal, together in a delicate balance of realism and whimsy.
At its heart is the head of a deer, carefully rendered with textured paper that captures the softness of its fur and the natural elegance of its antlers. Mounted on a simple wooden plaque making it easy to hang in that nook in your room, the sculpture grounds itself in familiar form and timeless craftsmanship. But it’s the addition of a vividly red cardinal bird perched playfully on one of the antlers that transforms the piece, infusing it with whimsy and warmth. This tiny burst of color offers a striking visual contrast to the deer's earthy tones.
Crafted entirely from hand-cut paper and paint, both the deer and cardinal are modeled with precision and care, layering texture and subtle color to heighten their lifelike qualities. The process was unique, blending traditional sculpture motifs with delicate paper craftsmanship to create a three-dimensional narrative that feels both tactile and vivid. The wooden base anchors the piece as a ready-to-hang artwork, making it an accessible yet meaningful addition to any collection.
This piece stands apart through its intimate scale and the playful tension between realism and fantasy. Here, texture and color are more than visual effects—they are invitations to pause, reflect, and find joy in subtle companionships that color our world in surprising ways.
What truly brings this piece to life is the vivid cardinal perched atop the antlers, its rich red color creating a striking contrast and a playful narrative of companionship and exploration.
This piece stands out through its scale, storytelling, and the merging of traditional sculptural form with delicate paper art.
This artwork isn’t just a visual object; it’s a tactile experience. Every element—from the precise paper cuts to the subtle paint shading—works together to create a rich, three-dimensional story that you can appreciate up close. The wood base makes it ready to hang, offering an elegant and thoughtful addition to your collection that invites reflection on friendship and connection in nature’s quiet spaces.
As a collector, you’ll find that BFF offers more than artistic craftsmanship; it offers a moment of joy and thoughtful companionship captured in a small but powerful sculpture.
$800.00
Please click here to purchase BFF through Xanadu Gallery Studios. The deer will ship from Melinda’s Pennsylvania studio.
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