In this video, I show you how I create a single-layer silhouette portrait template for simple paper cut portraits—using a Ratan Tata photo as the example. If you’ve been wanting to make clean, beginner-friendly papercut portrait art without getting stuck on the “how do I turn a photo into a template?” part, this is exactly what I’m covering here. My goal is to keep the silhouette simple, readable, and easy to cut as one layer. I use an online tool to convert a photograph into a pattern, and I walk you through the basic idea of generating a silhouette-style template that you can print and use for your papercut portrait. This approach works really well when you want a bold outline and clear shapes—perfect for quick portraits, gifts, or when you’re preparing templates for your own craft projects. If you have questions while making your template, you can drop a comment or email me, and as always—happy crafting!