Multi-hyphenate artist and storyteller Harper Yi specializes in hand-cut paper portraits, pop-up paper engineering, and mixed media sculptures.
In a world of endlessly scrolling screens, paper-based art holds meaning and care. The nostalgic feel of paper is a refreshing break from glass and plastic. From 2D portraits to semi-3D pieces to sculptures and centerpieces, these hand-cut, custom designed, one-of-a-kind art pieces make beautiful gifts and event displays.
In addition to her visual artwork, Harper is a storytelling consultant who helps people write their wedding vows and speeches. You can also book her for speaking engagements and workshops.
A gifted storyteller, Harper has previously used her strange creative mind at legacy giants like Disney as well as at innovative start-ups in both the private and non-profit sectors. (You can read on about all that and more at HarperYi.com or on LinkedIn.) Harper believes that the best work is always some form of love letter to the people and mission it serves. It’s no surprise that after making love letters for major brands, beloved entertainment media, and world-changing ideas, she’d feel right at home creating romantic art and helping people write their wedding vows.
Harper is a Korean American artist and creative strategist born and raised in Fairfax County. She graduated from William & Mary and began her art career after her first ever pop-up book went viral on Linkedin.
