a petal unfolds
Paper artist Susan Beech creates beautifully delicate crepe paper flowers and
botanicals from her home in Hove, UK. She founded her studio A Petal Unfolds in
2016. Each flower and botanical piece is unique, with every petal cut from the
finest crepe papers and intricately shaped by hand. Ink, pastel and paint is
often used to create a soft gradation of colour. Photo by Polly Hanrahan Susan
works by studying real botanical specimens where possible, which helps her to
create the finest of details. She also takes inspiration from photographs and
botanical publications in order to create a realistic piece. Her fine artistry
has led to commercial projects with the Financial Times and Liberty London
amongst others. Susan also teaches paper flower workshops both within the UK and
internationally, as well as her popular online classes. Photo by Polly Hanrahan
Photo by Polly Hanrahan Inspiration for her work stems from a childhood with a
deep closeness and awe for nature, as well as an interest in contemporary
floristry, art and fashion. This all feeds in to her pieces, bringing a vibrant
sense of colour and a richness to the paper world she creates. Susan’s first
book on paper flower making was published in May 2022 by Pavilion Books/Harper
Collins. SELECT CLIENTS INCLUDE: The National Trust, Liberty London, Financial
Times, Jo Malone London, Martha Stewart Living, Thames & Hudson, Dorling
Kindersley, Cath Kidston, Papier, The White Company.
