Origami is an ancient art of paper folding that originated in Chinese and Japanese culture. The technique is used by architects, designers and engineers. Learn how to fold an origami lantern at ADC in an upcoming event partnership with Origami Sydney Inc, aligned with their Folding Australia 2022 convention.
Fold an Origami Lampshade with Dr Michael Assis
Learn step-by-step how to fold an origami lantern with Dr Michael Assis, from his recent series of 3D origami corrugation lampshades. This workshop is suitable for absolute beginners to experienced makers, who are keen to understand the techniques of origami design at the intersection of mathematics and art. All materials are supplied.
Dr Assis is a Brazilian and American mathematical physicist and artist. The inherent geometry of paper, together with the artistic constraints of origami, inform his folding as much as they inspire his designs. Michael searches for elegance by allowing geometry to dance through his paper. He has been folding and teaching for decades around the world, and more recently as president of Melbourne Origami Group inc. See more of his work here: instagram.com/oruline.design
What: Fold an Origami Lampshade with Dr Michael Assis
When: Thursday 11 August, 2.30-4.30pm
Where: Australian Design Centre
Tickets: $15 book online here
Win tickets to Folding Australia Convention 2022
We have a double pass to giveaway for the Folding Australia Convention 2022 on 13 and 14 August, Forest Lodge Sydney. Origami enthusists and students will love this full weekend of Origami workshops, model exhibitions and lectures with special guest from Japan, Professor Jun Mitani.
To enter: Tell us your favourite origami design and why you appreciate it. Email your answer to hello@australiandesigncentre.com with the subject line 'Origami'. The winner will be judged on most original answer and contacted directly before 11 August.