相信很多人想到剪纸，脑海里的第一个想法就是好难！我也是其中之一，从来没有和艺术细胞挂上边的我也是一样，脑里的念头只有一个：好难！一定是只有心灵手巧的人才做得出那么精致好看的东西出来。我呢？还是算了吧
然而，在我真正下手去体验的时候，才发现到原来只需要单单两刀，就已经可以做出漂亮的花朵了！我剪的第一张是野花，第二张是梅花，简简单单的两朵花，让我跟着心花怒放！想起来自己上一次动手应该还是在中学的美术课，动手画画、动手彩色，那些都是好久以前的事情了...
剪纸的时候，要全神贯注，慢慢剪。剪好后，成品也需要被慢慢摊开、展现出来，一点都急不得，要不然薄薄的红纸很容易被撕扯、损坏。人们总说，剪纸艺术是一个修心的过程。亲身体验之后，发现确实如此。一刀一刀剪下去时，创意和灵感会不断涌现；耐心和专注力也在这个过程中被慢慢培养；同时，心也会逐渐平静下来。试想一下，自己到底有多久没有那么静心了？
学会了最基本的那几样，就到学员们自由发挥的时候了。偏偏这个时候，我迟迟不能下手。我想剪出最好看、最完美的作品，却担心这，担心那：担心剪得不好看，担心一刀剪错毁了整个作品。最后还是多亏了同一桌朋友的鼓励，让我放开心大胆去尝试，错就错了，大不了再剪过一份！像人生选题那样，选错了又怎么样，这已经是你的能力认知范围之内所能做出最好的决定了，错了就从中吸取经验，然后成长、变得更好。
剪纸不一定要有巧手，但一定要有人在旁耐心指导、鼓励和陪伴。今天来的学员们大多都是成群结伴来的，有的和朋友一起来，有的带家里的老人来，而带孩子的占大多数。和我同一桌子的是一位母亲，她的智慧让我非常敬佩。在短短几个小时的剪纸活动里，她给与孩子的耐心和鼓励体现得淋漓尽致。
剪纸的美，不只是作品本身的精致，而是那一刀一剪间带来的心灵平静与满足感。从初学时的手足无措，到作品完成时的成就感，这个过程让人重新认识自己的耐心和创造力，也让人与人之间多了一份鼓励与陪伴的温暖。正如人生一样，剪纸无需完美，只需用心去体验，每一刀都是独一无二的成长足迹。相信每一个尝试剪纸的人，都会从中找到属于自己的那份静谧与快乐。
When most people think of paper cutting, the first thought that comes to mind is often, "It's so difficult!" I was one of those people too. Having never been associated with artistic talents, my only thought was, "It's hard!" Surely, only those with nimble fingers can create such intricate and beautiful works. As for me? I figured I’d better not even try.
However, when I finally took the plunge and gave it a try, I realized that with just two simple cuts, you can create a beautiful flower! My first piece was a wildflower, followed by a plum blossom. These two simple flowers brought so much joy to my heart! It reminded me of the last time I worked with my hands – probably back in high school art class, where we painted and colored. That feels like ages ago...
When cutting paper, you need to focus entirely, taking your time with each cut. After cutting, the piece must be gently unfolded and displayed, with no rush; otherwise, the thin red paper could easily tear or get damaged. People often say that paper cutting is a process of calming the mind. After experiencing it myself, I found that to be true. With each cut, creativity and inspiration flow; patience and focus are gradually cultivated; and the mind becomes increasingly calm. When was the last time you truly felt at peace?
Once you've mastered the basics, it's time to let your imagination run wild. But at that point, I hesitated. I wanted to create the most beautiful, perfect piece but was held back by fears: afraid it wouldn't look good, afraid one wrong cut would ruin everything. Ultimately, it was thanks to the encouragement of my friends at the table that I found the courage to go for it. If I made a mistake, so what? I could always try again! Much like life, where making the wrong choice is okay – it's the best decision you can make within your current understanding. Mistakes offer valuable lessons, helping us grow and improve.
Paper cutting doesn't require exceptional skill, but it does need patient guidance, encouragement, and companionship. Most participants today came with friends or family, many bringing children along. Seated at my table was a mother whose wisdom greatly impressed me. In just a few hours of paper cutting, her patience and encouragement for her child were evident.
The beauty of paper cutting isn't just in the intricacy of the finished work but in the peace and fulfillment found in each cut. From initial clumsiness to the sense of accomplishment upon completion, the journey helps you rediscover your patience and creativity, while fostering warmth and encouragement between people. Like life, paper cutting doesn't demand perfection – it requires wholehearted engagement. Each cut is a unique mark of growth. I believe anyone who tries paper cutting will find their own slice of tranquility and joy.
