Held by the Music
A stylized musician bends closely around a tall string instrument, one hand raised toward its neck and the other poised across the strings. Three-dimensional paper sculpting builds the expressive figure through curled hair, patterned clothing, irregular contours, and printed musical notation. Earthy browns, deep green, and black give the playful composition a warm, nostalgic character.
Naomi Yassour
Who says art has to be so serious? It all started when I spotted a small sculpture with a price tag that made my jaw drop. I decided to try making one myself—and my imagination took over from there. Today, I handcraft papier-mâché sculptures of the colorful characters that make life interesting: relatable professionals in hilarious moments, quirky animals, and figures caught mid-dilemma. Inspired by caricatures and everyday life, each 100% unique piece is packed with humor, warmth, and personality—designed to bring a big smile to your face, just as it does for me while making it.
Who says art has to be so serious? It all started when I spotted a small sculpture with a price tag that made my jaw drop. I decided to try making one myself—and my imagination took over from there. Today, I handcraft papier-mâché sculptures of the colorful characters that make life interesting: relatable professionals in hilarious moments, quirky animals, and figures caught mid-dilemma. Inspired by caricatures and everyday life, each 100% unique piece is packed with humor, warmth, and personality—designed to bring a big smile to your face, just as it does for me while making it.
