Books and Paper – May Special Session
May 1-6, 2022
Brian Chan
Origami: Theory and Craft
Starting with traditional origami models such as the crane, frog, and iris, we’ll follow the progression of this art form up to the latest creations and techniques pioneered by modern folders. I’ll present my own work as examples and delve into the design process as we spend time understanding the geometry of origami crease patterns, exploring folding techniques, and learning about the use of different papers for different styles. Students will have the opportunity to design and fold their own models. All levels. Books studio.
Studio artist working in origami, illustration, digital sculpting, and 3D printing; teaching: MIT Hobby Shop (MA); special guest at origami conventions in Japan, Korea, Italy, Spain, Peru, and Bolivia; exhibitions: Origami House (Japan), Peabody Essex Museum (MA); diagrams published by Japan Origami Academic Society.
