In the world of paper cutting art numerous styles are available. But first we must know what exactly paper cutting art is? Paper cutting art is the form of art where a single sheet of paper is cut into various types of designs. This is an art form which is quite different from the art forms like drawing pictures or creating variety of models involving numerous materials. In paper cutting art the instruments required can be easily found like paper, scissors and a sharp pen like knife. Creating an art form out of a single sheet of paper requires immense skill and since it can be considered as a rare form of art so very few people in the world are involved in the creation through this type of art form.

The oldest paper cutting art form that is still available now is a symmetrical circle thought to be made in the 6th century and was found in Xinjiang China. The true to life expressions that are created through this kind of paper cutting art form is really unique and it really needs high quality hands to create such beauties. The figures or the plants and animals are mainly the things that can be seen in these creations. Although some other art forms like painting take up these things to be the main theme but the difference lies in the charm. No art form can recreate the charm of paper cutting art form. The imaginative quality of a paper cutting artist needs to be appreciated as bringing up a three dimensional effect out of a flat piece of paper requires certain skills that can never be denied. Learning a paper cutting art style is easy but mastering it requires years of practice and skill.

Various countries have variety of paper cutting art forms but Chinese paper cutting art form is considered the oldest and the other paper cutting art forms are thought to have come out from this oldest art form. Jianzhi is considered the first kind of paper cutting art form from China. The paper cutting art form is known by various names in various countries. In India it is known as Sanjhi while in Indonesia it is known as Batik. Kirie is the paper cutting art form which is popular in Japan. In China the form of paper cutting is still very popular with it being used for decoration during new years, marriage ceremonies etc. It is considered a holy thing. Some paper cuts have also certain importance like for a marriage ceremony red paper cuts are a must for the decoration of tea sets.

But truly it has come a long way from being only used to symbolise certain important things to actually being an art form that is being appreciated throughout the world. Sadly there are limited numbers of people like Mr. Tusif Ahmad who have acquired the skills of this almost lost art. To bring out a thought and show it in paper cutting art form requires immense amount of skill which cannot be denied.