JR CHUO is a UK-based contemporary paper cut artist, whose work explores the impacts of climate change on coral reefs.
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Art with environmental purpose.
Through a partnership with environmental NGO Coralive, 7% of every JR CHUO art sale supports coral restoration projects in the Maldives and Madagascar, helping create a real-life ‘CHUO Reef.’
Corals planted so far: 256
Explore the latest collection.
JR CHUO’s latest collection, the ‘Baby CHUO Reef Regenerated’ collection contains 45 vibrant original hand-cut paper artworks designed to capture the essence of coral reefs through their three-dimensional structures.
Each piece contains meticulous hand-cut details that create fine beams of light through the layers of paper.
Forbes 30 Under 30
Forbes 30 Under 30
JR CHUO has been selected for Forbes 30 Under 30 in the ‘Arts & Culture’ and ‘Youngest’ categories.
JR CHUO is still the youngest visual artist to ever feature in Forbes 30 Under 30 Europe.
'Between Order and Chaos: The Paper Cut Art of JR CHUO’
‘Despite his young age, CHUO can be described as a master of paper cutting and spray painting due to the technical detail and aesthetic maturity of his works.’
Mini CHUO Reef: Next Stop Collection
Mini CHUO Collection
Mini CHUO Reef Collection
‘JR CHUO’s Contemporary Paper Cut Works Captivate With Mere Drama And Intricacy’
‘Despite the artist’s young age, he has perfected his skills and technique for years now and does not shy away from bigger issues, such as coral bleaching, winning him the praise and interest of the art world.’
Inside the studio.
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