For years, my work has been about one idea: bringing art beyond the canvas. I developed my own process of sculpting paper by hand, building dimensional forms directly onto a support and completing the finished surface in oil paint. The result exists somewhere between painting and sculpture. Some of my original works extend as much as eight inches outward, allowing light and shadow to continually change the way the artwork is experienced. Now I am exploring what happens when t

<p>3D art has moved far beyond novelty. What was once admired mainly for illusion or optical trickery now occupies a more sophisticated place in contemporary

<p>Some artworks ask to be viewed. Others ask to be experienced from more than one angle, in changing light, and at a slower pace. That is the immediate appeal

News provided by Michelle Larsen Studios Dec 09, 2025, 09:27 ET NEW YORK, Dec. 9, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Artist and technique originator Michelle Larsen announces a major shift for 2026: dimensional 3D wall art and 3D-printable sculptural design are emerging as significant forces shaping upcoming design trends in retail décor, commercial interiors, and cinematic visual environments. Larsen is internationally recognized for inventing her 3D Paper Sculpted Painting technique, whe

Aug 22, 2025, 12:52 ET American artist Michelle Larsen pioneers a one-of-a-kind art form that merges sculpture and oil painting — a breakthrough that artificial intelligence cannot duplicate. NILES, Mich., Aug. 22, 2025 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- As artificial intelligence floods the art world with machine-made images, one artist has created a medium that no algorithm can imitate. Michelle Larsen is the only artist in the world who invented and practices sculpted paper painting, a

Sunflowers In a world where technology moves faster than ever, a thought has been buzzing in my mind: Why aren’t we using 3D printing to recreate paintings that are truly three-dimensional? I’m not talking about reproducing flat paintings onto surfaces—I mean real, sculptural art that leaps off the canvas. As a mixed media artist who hand-sculpts paper into 3D paintings, I've spent years creating pieces that aren't just seen... they’re felt. They twist, rise, and move with th

3D Painting with Paper Sculpture Michelle Larsen on staying ahead of the AI wave with bold, three-dimensional artwork that speaks to the soul. Why My Art Can’t Be Replaced by AI Lately, I’ve been hearing the same question echo through the art world:“Now that AI can make paintings, is traditional art still relevant?” Let me be clear—YES, it absolutely is. And not only is it relevant, it’s evolving in ways AI can’t even begin to replicate. I’m Michelle Larsen, a mixed media art

In the tapestry of life, where chaos and serenity interweave, where joy and sorrow entwine, we often seek refuge and understanding through the lens of creativity. In the pages of "Whispers of Hope," a captivating new book, we embark on a heartfelt journey through the landscapes of the heart, bearing witness to the profound power of inspiration and resilience. This collection, lovingly crafted by Michelle Larsen, is a unique fusion of contemporary poetry and original artwork.