Origami, the art of paper folding, has been practiced in Japan since the Edo period (1603-1867). Needless to say, its popularity has flourished into a worldwide phenomenon. But while everyone seems to know a thing or two about origami, much less are familiar with the origami technique called wet-folding.
The wet-folding technique was pioneered by Akira Yoshizawa, who is known as the grandmaster of origami. Although Yoshizawa has made a number of contributions to the art of origami, wet-folding is certainly one of the biggest.
As you probably guessed, this technique involves slightly wetting thick paper before folding it. The damp paper is not only easier to manipulate, it can also create a round, sculpted look.
Although Yoshizawa is no longer with us, his technique lives on. Most recently, 27-year-old origami artist Hoang Tien Quyet has been creating quite the buzz for his work which utilizes Yoshizawa’s wet-folding technique.
“I have been folding paper since I was a small kid,” Hoang Tien Quyet writes. “At the time I was amazed at how a flat sheet of paper could transform into beautiful 3D animals and objects, and it was also a joy of a kid who could make his own toys.”
“I like working with new and fresh ideas, and always try to breathe life and my personality into my models,” he continues. “I hope people can also feel that from my work.”
I don’t know about you, but I can certainly feel personality from his work. Check it out for yourself below.
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