OK, so don’t hate me for going slightly (only slightly) off-topic, but I couldn’t help myself.
I have always been a fan of origami. What can I say, I like strategy games, role playing games, board games and origami. Anything that takes time, concentration and planning. In fact, writing may be the most deviant passions of mine. Hehe…
It’s been many years since I’ve folded origami, but I chanced upon a cheap origami book on sale at Barnes & Noble this weekend. On a whim, I decided to revisit some old memories. One of the great pioneers of origami, Robert J. Lang, also happens to be my favorite artist (of this genre, of course). If you haven’t seen his work or haven’t even given origami a thought, take a moment to see the geometric and artistic magnificence of his work.
How is this related to writing? Well, with my new found writer’s block going full-swing, I am finding the hobby to be quite cathartic and relaxing. Fussing about getting a new idea is not going to help, so I’m trying my best to shut my brain off for a while…
Besides, art is art is art. Staying inside the box is not my job, right?
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I happened upon this via Professor Beej’s place, and wanted to chime in as a fellow origami devotee. Of course, I’m more of a Tomoko Fuse fan, but I’d definitely be remiss if I didn’t know Robert J. Lang.
I really need to get some of his books, though. All I have are a few random patterns and mentions in other books I have.
Of course, the Japanese originators cannot be disrespected, but I just happen to have a lot of Lang’s books so I’ve always had a keen eye for his creations. Granted, my level is as advanced as I would like, the whole hobby is very relaxing for me
Heh, I cite Ms. Fuse because I love the multi-piece geometric work; it’s a different style that I find soothing, sitting in my strange place between artist and mathematician. As far as I’m concerned, Lang should get as much respect as any of the old masters.