Welcome to Kaper, the paper sculpture menagerie

A handmade paper sculpture which hangs on the wall as bird themed wall décor, featuring a paper sculpture of a tawny owl mama and baby, perched on a spring wreath of pale purple hydrangea flowers

Hello! I’m Kate.

I am a paper artist and printmaker.

I make handmade paper sculptures celebrating the beauty of the great outdoors, to bring cheer to your décor. It is my aim to capture the beauty and delight of Britain’s favourite birds and flowers we find in a walk in the woods, and harness a little bit of that magic for your walls and shelves. I am also inspired by parrots and tropical species further afield.

Treading lightly on the environment is important to me. My sculptures are made from recycled papers and I aim to create minimal waste.

Each paper sculpture is built by hand in sections to create unique postures for each piece. Traditional printing methods such as monotype and screen printing also emphasises their individuality; no two sculptures are ever the same.

Paper artist Kate Kelly, the artist behind Kaper, sits in front of owl themed wall décor. The owl sculptures are made by hand, celebrating the joy Kate finds in the natural world. The owl sculptures sit inside handmade wreaths festooned with flowers

It is my hope to create timeless additions to your décor that can become heirlooms for nature lovers. I am very happy to make things to order, so do get in touch if you would like me to make something especially for you.

Feedback from my lovely customers:

  • I’ve purchased 2 barn owls and both are gorgeous. Really beautiful to look at, but also they feel lovely, really well made. Clearly a lot of skill and care has gone into their making. They also arrive really quickly and are always well packaged. I adore them and can’t wait to add to my collection.

    Louise

  • I have been overwhelmed with the beauty of the sculptures - so unique and special - amazing magical gifts for yourself or for someone dear. Amazing value

    Clare

  • Just to let you know that my parcel arrived safely today and I love my new wall art. I’ll keep checking your website for any new additions. Thank you, as always, for your excellent customer service.

    Barbara

Handmade owl themed décor, this wall sculpture features a handmade barn owl mama and baby perched on a floral wreath of tree blossom flowers
Bird themed wall art: this purple floral wreath features a nuthatch bird sculpture hanging upside down.
Handmade paper flowers, festooned on the ground. This floral art is one of a kind contemporary craft