These are the classes that have been submitted for teaching on Monday. Please note that teachers' plans evolve and there is no guarantee that any specific class listed here will be taught.
Useful Tools for Origami
Level: Not Rated
Teacher: Belle Fernandez
Description:
Apart from paper, scissors and cutters, this class will discuss how to put many household items to other uses to aid us in folding our models. We can share sources and strategies on assembling a kit of folding aids.
Special Requirements: Good ideas
What Makes a Cube a Cube?
Level: Not Rated
Teacher: Robert Miller
Description:
Ever wonder what makes a cube a cube? In this class we will explore 3d symmetry elements and how they combine to create complex 3d shapes. The class will then look at some techniques for using symmetry elements to build 3d polyhedra from origami modular units. Finally students will use these techniques to create their own 3d models from origami modular units.
Afternoon Mizuhiki
Level: Not Rated
Teacher: Brian Goldman
Description:
This is the Mizuhiki Afternoon Workshop. Mizuhiki is an ancient Japanese paper cord knotting craft. All students will be loaned a copy of my book and will be personally guided step by step through several knots, but can use the time to practice any knot in the book. Take Morning, or Afternoon, or both for even more time playing with the cord. Cord will be provided with the material fee, and additional cords and the book will be available for sale if you wish after class.
Morning Mizuhiki
Level: Not Rated
Teacher: Brian Goldman
Description:
This is the Mizuhiki Morning Workshop. Mizuhiki is an ancient Japanese paper cord knotting craft. All students will be loaned a copy of my book and will be personally guided step by step through several knots, but can use the time to practice any knot in the book. Take Morning, or Afternoon, or both for even more time playing with the cord. Cord will be provided with the material fee, and additional cords and the book will be available for sale if you wish after class.
Quilling
Level: Not Rated
Teacher: Annette Hatch
Description:
Quilling is the craft of rolling of strips of papers that are shaped and then glued into designs, pictures or sculptures. Only one possibility is shown. Give it a try. All materials provided.
Illuminated Origami
Level: Not Rated
Teacher: Annette Hatch
Description:
Light up a traditional waterbomb with an LED, copper tape, and a coin battery. No experience with electronics is needed. The class will include enough information so that students can jazz up their own models. All materials will be provided.
Introduction to Papermaking
Level: Not Rated
Teacher: Peter Marchetti
Description:
This class will be a demonstration of hand-papermaking techniques, starting from raw plants, using materials and tools easily found at home. Explanations and demonstrations will be given for preparing plant fiber and students will be able to make their own sheets using pre-prepared white mulberry pulp. Students can either take their wet sheets (and the blotting paper they dry on) or wait for them to dry and collect their sheets in the afternoon at a location to be announced by the teacher.
Special Requirements: Students who intend to make their own paper should be prepared to get a little wet! Hand towels will be provided for drying off afterwards. If you would like to attend without making paper, that's fine as well. In that case, feel free to just show up. For those making paper, you can either keep your wet sheet (and the blotting paper it drys on) or wait for it to dry and collect it once afternoon classes finish. If you need special arrangements, let me know in class and we can figure things out. Special materials provided include: mulberry pulp, blotting paper, basin for containing water/pulp, mold and deckle for making sheets of paper.
Origami Design Primer
Level: Not Rated
Teacher: Marc Kirschenbaum
Description:
Marc will share with you the tips and tricks he has accumulated through the years to turn origami ideas into origami models.
Gleaner's Joy-Finding a Jewel
Level: Not Rated
Teacher: Takaya Iwamoto
Description:
There are many ways to create star-like objects and they are widely published. For a latecomer like myself who jumped into this field only a few years ago, it is a daunting task to explore this well trodden origami field in order to search for something that slipped through the fingers of our forerunners. This is the story of my personal experience as a humble gleaner (definition: someone who picks up grain left in the field by harvesters) who has some limited success in such efforts. I will cover: (1) How to use CAD effectively in the search efforts; (2) Examples of "what-if" scenarios and their outcomes; (3) Discussions about general CAD usage.
Japanese Language and Culture
Level: Not Rated
Teacher: Nobuko Okabe
Description:
Basic Japanese greetings and useful expressions are introduced in this class. Visitors from Japan are welcome to join to help the class as well as to make some personal friends. Last year’s 1 period class was too short, so I made it 2 periods this year and hope to do some Japanese calligraphy too. Bring a smock or something to protect your clothes from black ink.
Candy Tray Or-egg-ami
Level: Not Rated
Teacher: Jeannine Mosely
Description:
In 2010 I invented "Or-egg-ami" -- the art of weaving models out of strips cut from egg cartons. Now I'm taking it to a new level by expanding into candy trays. Many fancy candies come in beautiful vaccuum formed plastic trays that shimmer in gold and silver and make lovely models. Trays will be provided (also, some candy).
Rosette Variations #2-Ornament
Level: Not Rated
Teacher: Deanna Kwan
Description:
This class and its companion class, Rosette Variations #1, may be taken separately or together. In both classes, we will learn to make the Rosette, based on a design by Paul Jackson. The Rosette, made from paper that is in the proportion 1 X 2, looks beautiful folded from patterned paper. In this class, two rosettes will be folded from the same size paper, glued back to back, and made into an ornament.
Special Requirements: This model requires folding the paper into 16ths. I will teach the technique but it would be best if you already know how to do that. Materials will be provided for the class. Diagrams for the Rosette are in Classic Origami by Paul Jackson.
Rosette Variations #1-Pin
Level: Not Rated
Teacher: Deanna Kwan
Description:
This class and its companion class, Rosette Variations #2, may be taken separately or together. In both classes, we will learn to make the Rosette, based on a design by Paul Jackson. The Rosette, made from paper that is in the proportion 1 X 2, looks beautiful folded from patterned paper. In this class two Rosettes will be folded in 2 different sizes and glued together to form a stack. The stack will be used to make a pin or necklace.
Special Requirements: This model requires folding the paper into 16ths. I will teach the technique but it would be best if you already know how to do that. Materials will be provided for the class. Diagrams for the Rosette are in Classic Origami by Paul Jackson.
Plastic Folding
Level: Not Rated
Teacher: Lisa Corfman
Description:
We will fold origami with clear, plastic sheets. We will get comfortable with test plastic (there is lots), and then you can fold something of your own. The Remembrance Crane shows how origami may be personalized with a message and it is the introductory model embodying peace and healing. Experiment with "clear" elasticity. Make some durable origami!
Special Requirements: This is a tough material, so bone folders are recommended. Materials will be provided: Clear plastic sheets, test plastic, pamphlets about the Remembrance Crane.
Metal Folding
Level: Not Rated
Teacher: Lisa Corfman
Description:
Make metal origami! You will fold the origami crane and butterfly with metal sheets and/or experiment and fold something of your own. You can use the nail polish provided to act as an epoxy. Make origami that lasts!
Special Requirements: Metal edges can be dangerous so you must wear the fabric gloves I provide. Basic folding ability including the ability to fold the crane is helpful. Materials will be provided: Copper sheets, folding tools, nail polish and fabric gloves.
Origami History
Level: Not Rated
Teacher: Lisa Corfman
Description:
Are you interested in the origins and evolution of origami? We will discuss when paper wad invented, origami's growth stages and the modern art form. You will receive a basic fact sheet on origami history. We will touch on origami history from an origami museum perspective and exchange facts and ideas about origami. Discover the past and the future path of our folding passion! An origami history information page will be provided.
Balloon Folding
Level: Not Rated
Teacher: Lisa Corfman
Description:
Fold balloons! Explore the origami concepts of fudge space, symmetry and the unexpected, while playfully folding balloon hats, dogs, giraffes, swords, flowers and more. Come play with plasticity!
Special Requirements: Have fun!!! If you are allergic to latex or popping bothers you this class in not for you. Materials will be provided: latex balloon, pumps, sample plastic sheets.
Our Origami Museum
Level: Not Rated
Teacher: Lisa Corfman
Description:
Lisa Corfman and Susan Dugan will co-lead this class in rounds. Lisa will give an overview of the museum, showcasing the content, goals, participation options (exhibiting, design, etc), suggestions and Q&A. If you want to exhibit, here you can learn about writing and/or submitting your artist statement and biography for publication on the virtual origami museum. With Susan, have your models professionally photographed and receive some photographic insight. Informational handouts will be provided. Come discover the virtual origami museum in this workshop or at www.OrigamiMuseum.org!
Special Requirements: Simply an interest in origami! Both enthusiasts and designers are welcome.