COMMISSIONS | Kasasagi - Paper Sculptures by Kate Kato

COMMISSIONING

I am always happy to discuss commissions of any size or type. I have worked on projects from large, commercial displays to individual, personal frames inspired by memories and favourite species. Prices start at around £250 for a 22 x 22cm frame and increase depending on the size and the complexity of the sculptures.

I usually ask a few questions to begin with to get an idea of the display you are looking for, any particular species or themes you have in mind and establish what your budget is. I will then draw out some ideas for you to chose from before finalising the design. Once you are happy with it I will begin making. I start by sourcing the materials needed, then draw out templates to make the sculptures from. Once the sculptures have been made I send photos to make sure you are happy with them before I mount them in their custom made frame.

A commission can take anything from 4 weeks to several months depending on the size and details put in. If you have a date you would like the piece to arrive by, this can be taken into account during the design process to make sure it arrives on time. As some times of the year are busier than others its always best to get in contact in advance to make sure I have plenty of time to get the details right.

For more information or to talk about an idea please fill out the form on my contact page or email me directly at hello@kasasagidesign.com

I have created collections for public and private collectors all over the world including, Sotheby's Diamond's, Conde Nast, Oroton, the University Children's Hospital of Iowa, Liverpool University, and others. Here are some of my favourite commercial and private commissions to have worked on over the years.

Private Commissions

A collection of sea weed, shells and coast line finds made from paper.

Massachusetts Coastal Study (2021)

A private commission I was asked to create, inspired by the collections made by a family in Massachusetts.

4 frames hung on a wall that include paper sculptures of prairie plants and insects.

Re Wilding Iowa (2023)

A commission inspired by the native wildlife of Iowa's Prairies.

a collection of paper flowers and paper bees

The Observer Book of Wild Flowers (2020)

A christening present inspired by plants and insects that had significance to the family.

Paper plants and insects mounted in four frames

Endemic Discoveries (2020)

A collection of plant and insect specimens discovered whilst travelling.

Commercial Commissions

A window display of yellow paper butterflies.

Southeby's Diamonds (2018)

I created a collection of yellow, embroidered paper butterflies to be displayed in a window surrounding some special diamond jewellery.

Paper jelly fish and underwater creatures sat in glass jars alongside jewellery and watches.

Conde Nast Traveller (2018)

I created a collection of paper sculptures inspired by Jelly Fish and underwater creatures as part of a photo shoot for Conde Nast Traveller.

A paper sea holly made from recycled paper.

Botanical University Challenge (2020).

I was asked to create two trophies for the winner and the runner up of the Botanical University Challenge 2020.

a framed collection of paper bird feathers.

Birds of the USA (2020)

An ornithological collection created for Keswick Hall, a hotel and estate in the US.

"They look amazing and we’re more than pleased. You really did a fantastic job and captured the subjects beautifully, which is no mean feat considering you’ve never seen most of the subjects in real life"

- Christopher

"Kate produced a unique one off item for my wife's 40th. It is quite simply stunning! Throughout Kate was very thorough and approachable...I cannot recommend her and her work enough"

- Nick