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These Needle-Felted Cats Are Adorably Realistic

If you're a cat lover or simply appreciate incredible artistry, then you need to know about Mayumi Yamamoto - the incredibly talented artist from Tokyo who is famous for her lifelike cat portraits. Using a technique called needle felting, Mayumi has captured the essence of these beloved creatures in a way that will leave you speechless.

Mayumi's love for cats began in her childhood in Miyazaki Prefecture, Japan, and it continues to be the primary inspiration behind her art. Although she never formally studied needle felting, she taught herself through trial and error. Her dedication to perfecting her craft has paid off - she is now an expert at creating realistic cat sculptures that are simply breathtaking.

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The secret to Mayumi's success lies in her choice of materials. She uses synthetic cotton as a base and sheep wool for the fur, carefully crafting every detail of a cat's appearance. Her attention to color, pattern, and expression is uncanny, resulting in portraits that are so lifelike, that you'll feel as though you could reach out and pet them.

Scroll down and enjoy some of Mayumi's best works below.

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