Papercraft Research

Papercraft is something that transforms paper into works of art. It can be used to create a two or three dimensional object.

The article that inspired me the most was Hoang Tien Quyet's wet fold origami animals. It caught my interest at first due to the fact I made origami cranes all the time as a kid, but I was intrigued by how the folds were smooth rather than crisp. I enjoy how the paper looks pristine with clean curves that don't show accidental crumples that sometimes accompany origami.

After learning about wet folding from Giang Dinh, Quyet decided to create his own style of origami using the techniques he learned. From what I understand of wet folding, by using thicker paper and having it dry after the paper is formed into it's shape, it creates a more sturdy piece of origami compared to it's original which uses thin pieces of paper for extremely sharp and precise details.

He approaches his work with the intent to breath life into his pieces. His horse would have a flowing mane that makes it seem as if it's caught in the wind, which normally wouldn't appear in regular origami folding. Other works, such as Hummingbird, display a life like quality in how it appears to be flying and in motion.