Diana Beltran Herrera started sculpting wildlife from paper in 2012, so it is hardly surprising that she is an absolute master at her craft today. At first glance, the artist’s work can be mistaken for pictures of actual living birds and butterflies. Only a closer inspection reveals that these bright and colorful creatures are actually crafted from paper.
According to Herrera, research is the key part of her work process. She spends hours collecting images and information about her subjects and a week planning the design of a single bird. It’s important to her that the sculptures are not only beautiful but also realistic and even educational. This is the exact reason why Herrera frames many of her paper birds inside giant postage stamps. This allows her to document their origins in a fun and playful way.
If the name Diana Beltran Herrera sounds familiar, you’re not wrong. We have previously featured this talented artist here and here. In this article, you can see some of Herrera’s most recent works.
Image Source: Diana Beltran Herrera
Image Source: Diana Beltran Herrera
Image Source: Diana Beltran Herrera
Related: Artist Creates Animal Portraits with All Natural Materials
Image Source: Diana Beltran Herrera
Image Source: Diana Beltran Herrera
Image Source: Diana Beltran Herrera
Image Source: Diana Beltran Herrera
Image Source: Diana Beltran Herrera
Related: 12 Spectacular Animal Sculptures Carved Out of Plain Paper
Image Source: Diana Beltran Herrera
Image Source: Diana Beltran Herrera
Image Source: Diana Beltran Herrera
Image Source: Diana Beltran Herrera
Image Source: Diana Beltran Herrera
Image Source: Diana Beltran Herrera
To see more of Diana Beltran Herrera's work, you can visit her website or Instagram page.
Share these lovely sculptures with those who love art and nature
This Woman Unintentionally Befriended a Wild Crow
Watch this crow solve complex puzzles to get food!
Aerial View of World's Largest Airplane Graveyard
Aerial photos show patterns we wouldn't notice otherwise!
These Animal Portraits Will Make You Feel Serene
Each animal portraits by artist Raku Inoue is made out of seasonal materials, all natural. The result is peaceful and lovely to look at.
These Artists Turn Musty Old Shoes Into Colorful Art
They make these sculptures by hand, and this video will show you their artistic process.
This Japanese Village Holds an Annual Rice Art Festival!
Learn all about Tambo Āto, the Japanese art of rice paddy paintings
Discover the Intricate Craft of Making Art Out of Feathers
You've got to see these intricate works of out, made entirely using feathers and surgical tools.
This Human Tower Is An Incredible Acrobatic Performance
An astounding acrobatic performance I can't stop watching.
10 Jawdropping Artisan Cakes Inspired by Classic Art
When it comes to confectionery art, it just doesn’t get more luxurious and beautiful than the artisan cakes of Los Angeles based artist, Julie Simon.
Have You Ever Seen a Card Trick as Good as THIS One?
This magician's card tricks will leave you wondering how he managed to pull them off.
Art Collection: The Most Beautiful and Original Wood Art
In this post, we showcase some of our most beautiful posts about wood art.
A Huge Domino Display with 35,000 Pieces!
This marvelous domino display is made of 35,000 pieces, as well as a lot of other objects that add to the fun. Watch it all unfold!
Arsen Kurbanov Captures the Human Condition Like No Other
These wonderful paintings are by Russian artist Arsen Kubanov. He seeks to combine old painting techniques with his own personal style to create his art.
If You Like Illusions - Prepare to Be Amazed!
Amazing Dutch illusionist Hans Klok will perform 10 illusions in 5 minutes!
Take it Away, Tiny Dancer!
Amanda Ocampo has captured our hearts and enslaved our eyes with what seems to us as quite simply one of the best child dancers we've ever seen, and she's only 7 years old!
12 Movie Dances That Captured Our Imagination!
Johnny and Baby from Dirty dancing, Danny and Sandy from Grease and many more are waiting to show you their unforgettable and memorable dance moves!
11 Stunning Victorian Buildings Around the World
In this article, we list 11 of the finest examples of Victorian-era architecture. You’ll surely recognize some of them!
Music Box: 16 Unforgettable Hits by THE DOORS!
This playlist captures 16 of the most popular songs by The Doors.
This Watercolor Animal Art Is Expressive and Whimsical
Artist Luqman Reza creates expressive animal paintings using watercolor paint. His artwork is truly stunning.
I Bet You've Never Seen This Kind of Art Before...
Utilizing the best way of recycling, this artist creates beautiful images.
Lord of the Dance Performance With Michael Flatley!
This step dance performance by Michael Flatley and Lord of the Dance is beyond beautiful!
This is the Most Amazing Wood Carving You'll Ever See
It took this artist 4 years to create this incredible piece of wood art. It was well worth his time, the work was awarded the world record on Guinness World Records.
Ten Art Pieces You Always Wanted to Know More About
Once in a while, a true master comes along, enriching humanity with their art, like these 10 great masters and their masterpieces.
This Serbian Dance is Poetry in Motion and a Lot of Fun!
This Serbian folk dance is so full of life, fun and great tradition. It's a joy to watch it unfold.
You'll Be Amazed By What Can Be Done With Simple Paper...
Stunning Collection of Paper Artists and their Creations!
I Can't Get Enough of This Acrobatic Display!
This young acrobatics group is really beautiful in motion.
Richard Jones' Magical Performance Leaves Everyone in Awe
Richard Jones's magical performance on the talent show 'Britain's Got Talent' leaves the judges and the audience stunned! How does he do it?
14 Outstanding Animal Sculptures from Around the World
we have collected for you 14 special, familiar, surprising and sometimes charming animal sculptures, and the story behind them...
Let Vivaldi's Music Breathe Renaissance Beauty Over You
Vivaldi is one of the biggest names in all of musical history, and now you can hear why with this collection of 24 of his finest compositions.
These Stunning Photos Look More Dramatic Than Baroque Art
Check out these stunning underwater photos by Christy Lee Rogers.
You’ve Probably Never Seen Body Art This Beautiful Before
Mehndi, also known as Henna art work, is an age-old tradition and the best way to get enjoy some semi-permanent body ink.
Watch Two Pianists Perform Mozart's Allegro con Spirito
These two pianists put on a stunning performance on stage.
Bright and Colorful! Feast Your Eyes on This Gorgeous Art
Vibrant, expressive and colorful describe the beautiful paintings that you're about to see.
Bette Midler’s Beautiful Song in a Stunning Presentation...
This song talks about the power of love in healing, empowering and reviving if you only believe that it still exists.
See Old America Like Never Before With These Vintage Maps
A look at some glorious vintage illustrated maps from 19th century America that gives a great look of the country from back in the day.
MUSIC: Swoon Over These 20 Simon & Garfunkel Ballads
These luscious ballads from America's finest folk duo, Simon & Garfunkel, will leave you utterly spellbound.
An Especially Amusing Classical Hungarian Dance
Watch this great performance and enjoy not only wonderful Hungarian classical music but an amusing show as well!
These Dancers Are Beyond Anything I've Ever Seen.
Stunning Ballet Acrobatic Performance you have to see to believe.
Have You Read the 5 of the Greatest Poems Ever Written?
Discover some of the greatest poems that the history of literature has ever seen, along with a detailed analysis to complement them.
The Grace in This Performance Is Jaw-Dropping
This beautiful combination of dancing and acrobatic performance will totally take your breath away. Be sure to watch it right now.
You Haven’t Seen This Kind of Detail in Glass Art Before!
Glass is an unexpectedly flexible material - and artist Amber Cowan takes advantage of this fact to turn it into beautiful artwork...
These Gorgeous Paintings Are the Soul of the Victorian Era
The Pre-Raphaelites were a close-knit group of Victorian painters who shared big ideas about art and literature. Here are 18 of their greatest works.
This Young Violinist Will Treat Your Ears to Heaven...
watch as 11 year old Tyler Butler-Figueroa wows the judges of America's Got Talent with his violin music.
These Two Talented Children Definitely Know How to Sing
These two cute children blew everyone away when they took to the stage to give a rendition of the famous song "You Raise Me Up."
A Classic Song Performed by the Voice of an Angel
Jackie Evancho has an incredible voice and her rendition of 'Bridge Over Troubled Water' is life-affirming.
What a Musical Extravaganza! A Concert of Sublime Variety
I adore music, all of it. So I couldn't believe my ears when I heard this talented cello duo wow an audience with classical, film, pop and rock music.
These Cute Paintings Celebrate the Playfulness of Mice
Check out American artist Stuart Dunkel’s delightful mouse paintings.