Born in 1961 and raised in a relatively rural part of Denmark, Hans Dybkjær lived with his parents in a house where heating and cooking were done with wood. Besides his regular studies, Hans learned origami from his parents at an early age.
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Of all her creative interests, origami is Jannie’s first love, and she has been teaching paper folding for the last 30 years. Jannie started folding with an aunt when she was 6 years old, and it was then that she first developed a love of paper and origami.
In addition great tips on creativity, Jannie shares instructions for a wonderful letter fold. …READ MORE HERE…
Steve Vinik has enjoyed origami since his childhood. An author of numerous books on origami and pop-ups, his paper creations have been exhibited in the U.S., Japan, Brazil, and Israel. He has conducted numerous origami workshops for all ages in galleries, libraries, schools, and camps, engaging participants by means of storytelling, demonstrations, puzzles, and games. …READ MORE HERE…
Joel Stern has enjoyed origami since his childhood. An author of numerous books on origami and pop-ups, his paper creations have been exhibited in the U.S., Japan, Brazil, and Israel. He has conducted numerous origami workshops for all ages in galleries, libraries, schools, and camps, engaging participants by means of storytelling, demonstrations, puzzles, and games. …READ MORE HERE…
Beth Johnson is often recognized for her expressive minimalist style, which includes her exploration of tessellations as textural elements in representational pieces. She has been a guest of honor at numerous origami conventions worldwide and received the 2011 Florence Temko Award from Origami USA in recognition of her work. …READ MORE HERE…
Join Origamigos for Our Expert Interview with Sok Song
Monday, September 26, 2022 • 11 AM (NYC Timezone)
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Song’s passion for folding paper has bloomed from a hobby he taught himself during childhood to an award-winning origami design business called Creased, Inc.
A few years back, Sok launched a bi-monthly publication, Crease Magazine, dedicated to spreading the joy of folding paper. Twelve issues were published featuring origami designs from well-known creators from all over the world.
In addition, Sok Song is the author of several origami books including Crease and Fold, Origami Chic, and Everyday Origami. He currently lives in New York City and is enrolled in a Studio Art program at Hunter College where he explores the intersection of origami and art.