Conan Chan

As a child, I always had an interest in the art of paper-folding or commonly known as origami. Regardless of the paper size, I loved the way how each fold brought about a sequence of new shapes and defined a sense of dimensionality. It was not until my first experience with CAD (Computer-Aided Design) programs where I learned the complexities of building from a flat surface into a 3D form, in which I began to really cherish this little “hobby” of mine. Every time I began to fold a piece of paper in my hand out of boredom, I never really knew what it would turn out to be. But I suppose the unknown and mystery of it was what made it fun for me. I also never had any intentions for my paper-folded creations to be applied in real-world settings. It simply was just for fun. Since quarantine, I have had an increasing amount of “free time,” especially after my graduation. It reminded me of my childhood days when times were less stressful when I did not have to feel guilty for taking a break, and folding a piece of paper had never been so fun and full of surprises. Therefore, my submission is a reminder of my most creative moments throughout my life, and while each creation might not be widely recognizable or elicit strong emotions. I hope that this compilation of my hobby would inspire you to be creative during these tough times as it once and still inspires me.