Koi Fish Dance

Koi fish dancing among the water lilies in the crystal blue waters.

3-dimensional layered abstract paper art in a shadow box frame. Colorful Koi fish, lily pads, and lilies hand cut paper sculptures.

Here’s the process behind creation of the “Koi Fish Dance”.

Under layer for the koi fish background made of glue and several blue shades of blue tissue paper.
Koi Fish Background Complete

In Japan the koi fish is a symbol of good fortune or luck. They are also associated with perseverance in adversity and strength of purpose. Those are all qualities that I’d ask God for. That with a side of wisdom from above.

Juliana Jones
Desk full of fish scales and flowers ready to assemble.
Detailed close up of hand cut paper koi fish, lilies, lily pads, with paper water in the background.
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