These classes have been submitted and are in the approval process. Some may not appear on the final schedule.

Miura Fold & its Applications

Level: 
Low Intermediate
Creator(s): 
Koryo Miura
Teacher(s): 
Grayson Cliff

This class will introduce the Miura-ori tessellation and discuss its applications in manufacturing novel materials. Students will learn to fold the Miura-ori tessellation in preparation for a presentation on how origami can be used to develop carbon-based materials with advantageous material properties. These carbon-based origami structures have possible applications in manufacturing materials for sectors such as construction, automotive, aerospace, and more!

Snapology -

Level: 
Intermediate
Creator(s): 
Heinz Strobl
Teacher(s): 
Faye Goldman

Faye will teach the Snapology Technique, invented by Heinz Strobl (Germany).
She will provide polypropylene ribbon to make beautiful spherical models.

Deployable Table Flower

Level: 
High Intermediate
Creator(s): 
Chris Palmer
Teacher(s): 
Felix Mueller

This class is co-taught by siblings Felix and Mattie Mueller. Similar to Chris Palmer's iconic flower tower, this model has it all! Action, rotational fractal-like symmetry and multiple layers of satisfying collapses which culminate in an attractive star-like flower model.

Turkey

Level: 
High Intermediate
Creator(s): 
Charles Wilson
Teacher(s): 
Charles Wilson

A sitting turkey in the style of other traditional origami birds. Makes a great Thanksgiving decoration! If folded from duo-colored paper, the tail will be color changed.

Gorilla

Level: 
Intermediate
Creator(s): 
Beth Johnson
Teacher(s): 
Beth Johnson

A simple gorilla with a more stylized design. If there is time, we can make a mother and baby gorilla.

Fireworks

Level: 
Intermediate
Creator(s): 
Yami Yamauchi
Teacher(s): 
Wendy Zeichner

This is a favorite action model that is a modular created by Yami Yamauchi. Folded from 12-16 sheets, the modules create a very strong lock that allows the model to rotate and eventually “pop” into a spectacular display like “Fireworks!”

Happy Success Snake

Level: 
Simple
Creator(s): 
Taló Kawasaki
Teacher(s): 
Kathleen Sheridan

A fun modular action snake. It moves like an accordion and can be coiled up to strike! This model is easily made with 3x3 squares or any size you’d like. Make it as long as you’d like!

Crane descending on water

Level: 
Intermediate
Creator(s): 
William Holt
Teacher(s): 
William Holt

This twist on the traditional crane is a self standing model that captures the motion of a bird descending on a still lake. This design utilizes both sides of 2-colored paper, one side for the bird and one for the waves.

Standing Crane

Level: 
Intermediate
Creator(s): 
Traditional, evolved by me
Teacher(s): 
Lane Allen

the Standing Crane
• 1.5 hours
• Intermediate
• Crane Base
• 18” squares
• Photos shown are Copper Mesh – one of my specialties.
I will also be showing a full size Origami Chair similar to the attached White oak Chair image.

8 Point Indian Star Dish

Level: 
Simple
Creator(s): 
8 Point Indian Star Dish
Teacher(s): 
Ria Jain

This design can hold a variety of things, be a unique conversation starter, or both! The method used to make the box will be interesting and fun for any skill level of folders. Any size paper can be used, but from my experience trying to make a new model, smaller dish models make better showpieces while larger models are more effective to use to place items. Printed paper also gives a beautiful presentation due to a symmetric design of the print.

Flying Fish

Level: 
High Intermediate
Creator(s): 
John Szinger
Teacher(s): 
John Szinger

A wonderful model evocative of the warm sunny tropical waters of the Caribbean.

"MOSAIC" by Ayako Kawate

Level: 
Simple
Creator(s): 
Ayako Kawate
Teacher(s): 
Anita Bonilla

This simple, repetitive unit is full of satisfying surprises when mixing color choices and/or solids and patterned paper.
A piece of tape and string are required if creator chooses to hang the completed piece.

Dress-Up Box

Level: 
Intermediate
Creator(s): 
Toyoko Uemori
Teacher(s): 
Patricia Grodner

The holidays are right around the corner. Come and fold some delightful holiday boxes. We will fold 3 boxes with 3 different inserts.

Spider

Level: 
Intermediate
Creator(s): 
Wensdy Whitehead
Teacher(s): 
Patricia Grodner

This class will show you have to fold the most delightful, fun spider. Perfect for the Halloween weekend!

Falling Star Tato

Level: 
High Intermediate
Creator(s): 
Phillip Chapman-Bell
Teacher(s): 
Mary Drews

Created by Phillip Chapman-Bell and contained in the 2022 Convention annual, this pentagonal tato has a puffy star in the center. This model requires skill in folding point-to-point with some accuracy. The teacher is simplifying the diagram and this should enhance the success of participants.

Succulents and Pots!

Level: 
Intermediate
Creator(s): 
Yara Yagi
Teacher(s): 
Arjun Patel

We will be folding Yara Yagi's beautiful multi-piece succulents and pots, just in time before winter really sets in! I hope these folds will remind you of the beauty of a verdant spring to come. This model was taught at WOD 2020!

Heart-shaped Bag

Level: 
Intermediate
Creator(s): 
Makoto Yamaguchi
Teacher(s): 
Donna Walcavage

Hearts??? It’s only Halloween! Hearts are Danish symbols of Christmas, and it’s just the time to start your holiday folding. This charming tote will make a special gift lovelier any time of year. And it’s never too early for Valentine’s Day.

Origami Fundamentals

Level: 
Not Rated
Creator(s): 
N/A - Traditional
Teacher(s): 
Eric Ma

An hour session to discuss the fundamentals of origami. We'll fold a traditional model together and I'll walk the class through some of the things I've learned over the years and some thing's I'm noticing around the room. Hopefully making it easier for you as you attend other classes throughout the convention.

Space Cat

Level: 
High Intermediate
Creator(s): 
John Szinger
Teacher(s): 
John Szinger

An attractive and whimsical cat, sculpted in a midcentury modern space age style.

Pentagonal Polyhedron

Level: 
Intermediate
Creator(s): 
Tom Hull
Teacher(s): 
Char Morrow

This model is one of Tom Hull's fun and flexible modular inventions using his Hybrid Unit. This model uses 5 squares to make a model that looks quite different on the top vs. the bottom. There are other models that can be made using different numbers of units --- and you can experiment to create your own models!

Beagle Dog

Level: 
Low Intermediate
Creator(s): 
Taiko Niwa
Teacher(s): 
Kay Eng

This adorable model results in a dog that stands. This model has landmarks for most of the folds,

Fleximasu

Level: 
Low Intermediate
Creator(s): 
Paolo Bascetta
Teacher(s): 
June Yamasaki

This clever 8-unit action model is designed by Paolo Bascetta and is based on the tradtional masu box. I will provide 6-inch kaleidoscope paper, or students can use their own paper. Duo is nice, but not necessary. You will need 8 sheets for this model.
Click on the link to see this model in action:
https://www.youtube.com/shorts/P_mrz6FrRy0

Patty Bat

Level: 
Low Intermediate
Creator(s): 
Talo Kawasaki
Teacher(s): 
Sandra Congreve

This bat's wings flap and make a clapping sound. The perfect Halloween action model! It is folded from 8-1/2 x 11" copy paper which will be provided.

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