Curved-Crease Origami Sculptures

Summary

Curved-Crease Sculpture When folded along curved creases, paper shapes itself into a natural equilibrium form. These equilibria are poorly understood, especially for curved creases. We are exploring what shapes are possible in this genre of self-folding origami, with applications to deployable structures, manufacturing, and self-assembly. This transformation of flat paper into swirling surfaces creates sculpture that feels alive. Simons Series (2012) Simons Center for Geometry and Physics Art Gallery, 2012 Renwick Series (2011) Smithsonian American Art Museum permanent collection Renwick Gallery exhibit in 2012 Waves (2009) Art Cézar, 2009