Bernadette Fahmy is an Egyptian-American paper artist from San Jose. She hand cuts one-of-a-kind pieces from layers of paper, often framing them for windows or custom light-boxes so that color and light can transform a space.
Her style is playful yet precise, weaving surrealistic and realistic elements to celebrate everyday objects, landscapes, and people. Whether layering paper, shaping wood, or wiring light circuits, she approaches each work with passion and craftsmanship.
She developed her own technique, which blends collage-like layering with the radiance of stained glass. Each piece tells a story, sets a mood, and invites reflection.