Paper Sculpting & Crafting with Lacy
Discover the art of paper sculpting with Lacy, a master storyteller and paper artist. Learn to transform paper into extraordinary forms, using techniques from folding and pulping to painting and mixed media, and develop fluency and fearlessness for creative exploration. Beyond the studio, dive into Berlin’s vibrant hidden art scene for inspiration and adventure.
- Snacks, Coffee, & Tea, Lunch
Pricing
- One Guest
- USD $1475
- Additional guest(s) (max 3)
- USD $480
Meet the Artist
Lacy is a multidisciplinary artist, designer, and paper sculptor whose work transforms everyday materials into immersive, emotionally resonant experiences. As a teenager, she apprenticed under her father, a sign painter on Western film sets, which deepened her love for drawing, painting, and craftsmanship. This foundation led her to a diverse practice that spans fine art, costume and set design, prop styling, interior installations, illustration, and podcast—fluidly moving between commercial and personal expression.
Best known for her dynamic paper sculptures and installations, Lacy uses humble materials like paper, cardboard, and found objects to construct dreamlike environments. Her tactile process involves meticulously hand-cutting, folding, pulping, and airbrushing hundreds—sometimes thousands—of elements to build large-scale works that are both intricate and expansive. Foil, glitter, and miniatures occasionally punctuate the pieces, adding layers of fantasy and surprise. Her work is deeply physical, requiring time, repetition, and an embrace of imperfection—an approach she describes as meditative and therapeutic, echoing the whimsical inventiveness of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory. Her recent work also incorporates Solarpunk and Lunarpunk themes, envisioning regenerative and collaborative futures.
At its heart, Lacy invites people to slow down and reconnect with their tactile senses. Her work invites you to see discarded materials not as waste but as portals to new worlds—where color, play, and care become blueprints for a better future.
Best known for her dynamic paper sculptures and installations, Lacy uses humble materials like paper, cardboard, and found objects to construct dreamlike environments. Her tactile process involves meticulously hand-cutting, folding, pulping, and airbrushing hundreds—sometimes thousands—of elements to build large-scale works that are both intricate and expansive. Foil, glitter, and miniatures occasionally punctuate the pieces, adding layers of fantasy and surprise. Her work is deeply physical, requiring time, repetition, and an embrace of imperfection—an approach she describes as meditative and therapeutic, echoing the whimsical inventiveness of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory. Her recent work also incorporates Solarpunk and Lunarpunk themes, envisioning regenerative and collaborative futures.
At its heart, Lacy invites people to slow down and reconnect with their tactile senses. Her work invites you to see discarded materials not as waste but as portals to new worlds—where color, play, and care become blueprints for a better future.
VAWAA Includes:
- Intro to paper crafting basics—explore weights, textures, and how they shape, form and movement.
- Learn folding, scoring, cutting, sculpting, adhesives, and playful experimentation.
- Build 3D forms using thick cardstock, cardboard, and structural techniques.
- Explore paper maché, pulping, and no-glue methods to alter paper’s texture and strength.
- Combine paper with paints, plastics, and found materials to expand creative possibilities.
- Intro to machine paper cutting, including basic software and 2D-to-3D translation, if time permits.
- Enjoy riverside sketching, park walks, or stretching and meditation in green spaces.
- Stroll through the neighborhood, grab great coffee and lunch, and visit a local gallery or museum.
- Explore Berlin’s best art supply stores and off-the-beaten-path creative spots.
- Conclude with a photo session or casual showcase of your final piece, with the option to join a LichtenGarten community event.
Explore Berlin
Berlin is a city that rewards curiosity—a place where history and reinvention coexist on every corner, and creativity spills far beyond museums. While landmarks like the Brandenburg Gate and Berlin Wall remain iconic, the real Berlin reveals itself in hidden courtyards with artist-run galleries, techno-fueled nights in abandoned warehouses, and parks like Tempelhofer Feld, a former airport turned urban playground. Graffiti-covered facades, popup installations, and squatted buildings reflect a spirit of resistance, experimentation, and play. With its vibrant, layered art scene and many subcultures living side-by-side, Berlin offers a constant sense of discovery. For those who stay, it often feels like living several lives in one city—each shaping your artistic and personal identity. In Berlin, anything can happen—especially when you least expect it.
Additional Details
Berlin is lovely to visit year-round. There are 4 distinct seasons, each with its own charm.
This session can be extended for up to 5 days. Please add a note in your booking request.
Children 5 years and older accompanied by a guardian are welcome to participate. The main studio space is wheelchair accessible aside from one small step. Please note that the bathroom, kitchen, and printer room are not fully accessible or adapted for wheelchair users.
Lacy speaks English, German, and a little French.
This session can be extended for up to 5 days. Please add a note in your booking request.
Children 5 years and older accompanied by a guardian are welcome to participate. The main studio space is wheelchair accessible aside from one small step. Please note that the bathroom, kitchen, and printer room are not fully accessible or adapted for wheelchair users.
Lacy speaks English, German, and a little French.