What we’re about
For quite a while I had been playing with the idea of learning origami, but as many things in this hectic Zeitgeist of ours, it never really happened until an unexpected turn of event in early August 2024: a Japanese Couchsurfer whom I hosted in autumn 2019 re-visited me here together with his girlfriend. They gave me an origami lesson in the evening before their departure, where I folded my very first origami crane (P/S: according to 🇯🇵 legend, gods will grant a wish to whoever having made 1000 of them! Not too much to ask for I would say! 😜) and also witnessed some extremely impressive craftsmanship e.g. double cranes made out of half the standard origami paper (15*15cm)!!!
Ever since then, I have been practicing and learning new patterns online on a regular basis. It’s been a surprisingly enjoyable journey for me personally, and now I would love to explore Meetup’s potential in bringing locals with similar interests together and sharing our origami journey 😋 All levels are welcome, and feel free to reach out should you have any questions at any point!
Bonus links for those with further interest on origami:
- general origin and history
- Akira Yoshizawa, an inspiring figure from Japan who is considered to be the grandmaster of origami. Two notable facts about him:
- In 1937, he left factory work to pursue origami full-time. During the next 20 years, he lived in total poverty, earning his living by door-to-door selling of tsukudani (a Japanese preserved condiment that is usually made of seaweed).
- Yoshizawa lent many of his own origami models to other exhibitions around the world. He would never sell his origami figures, but rather gave them away as gifts to people, and let other groups and organizations borrow them for exhibiting.
Upcoming events (2)
See all- Origami On The Road: Hei hei OSLO! 🇳🇴House of Nerds, Oslo
First thing first: this is a one-time special edition in OSLO/NORWAY!!! 🇳🇴 I am excited about my reunion with Oslo after a year, especially when the legendary Sigur Ros concert and the debut of this collective origami journey outside Berlin form parts of the equation! 🤩
Here's an overview of what you could expect:
- this in-person origami crafting circle will take place at House of Nerds, a popular meeting hub in Oslo (especially among game enthusiasts) featuring a huge selection of games, streaming studio, VR experiences, bar and food service;
- ALL levels are welcome to join and learn together, no prior experience whatsoever is required! 😇
- for memories and archive purposes, photos will be taken and shared on our official channels (Meetup, Instagram and Telegram). If you do not want to be included in any of the public group photos, simply let me know in advance! 🙏
Please update your RSVP status in case of changing availability/priority - no hard feelings if you initially signed up but cannot/do not want to join last minute! 😉
Get in touch anytime if you have any questions, enough of me writing, and hope to see you soon IRL! 🇯🇵 - Special Edition: Origami Meets Santa 🎅🏻🎄🍾MUTED HORN, Berlin
Attention: we already have a reservation for 15 at Muted Horn on this day but they have no facilities for warming up food. If you happen to know more ideal locations, please go ahead and enquire about their availability before sharing the details with me, thanks in advance! 😇
Many thanks first of all for your interest in joining our very first Origami Christmas Edition, even though we haven't known each other for too long! This special gathering will hopefully be a nice way to conclude the rather successful first quarter of our group as well as 2024! 🎅🏻 🎉☃️
Here's an overview of what you could expect:
- a potluck gathering where each participant should bring one dish to share with others, but feel free to contribute more if you would like to;
- use this Google Sheet to share more details on what you are bringing and any food allergies (if applicable);
- please get in touch personally if you are not able to bring food but would like to join us so that you can take over other tasks e.g. supply of (disposable) tableware and cutlery;
- origami practice does not have to be our focus this time, but you are welcome to have your origami papers and other kits ready;
- for memories and archive purposes, photos will be taken and shared on our official channels (Meetup, Instagram and Telegram). If you do not want to be included in any of the public group photos, simply let me know anytime.
Since this special gathering requires more planning in advance, please inform me as soon as possible and cancel your spot if you are not able to join us anymore!! 🙏
Get in touch anytime if you have any questions, enough of me writing, and hope to see you during this festive evening! 🎶❄️🎄
