Chloe Surreal Jak — Knife Work

Instead of cutting all the way through, score the paper deeply in jagged lines (like a child’s drawing of lightning). Fold along those scores, then partially tear. The result is a paper that almost falls apart.

When referring to "knife work" in the context of Chloé Hayden or Chloe Surreal, it might relate to her use of sharp and cutting imagery, themes, or even performance practices that metaphorically or literally involve knives. Hayden's work often employs sharp, direct language and imagery, reflecting her experiences with trauma, self-harm, and recovery. chloe surreal jak knife work