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Slow Series — Origami Making Class with Sok Song

  • 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm | Thursday May 30, 2024
  • Lobby | Ace Hotel New York

Come and join the fold with Origami master Sok Song, for a one-night only class in the Lobby at Ace Hotel New York! 

Embark on a journey of creativity and discovery alongside Sok, a seasoned expert who has shared the magic of paper folding in the heart of NYC and across the globe for over two decades. Renowned for his innovative and accessible designs and acclaimed publications, Sok promises an unforgettable experience filled with fun and joy!

Gather your friends or bring a special someone for an evening of artistic exploration as you delve into the timeless craft of origami. Unleash your imagination and craft unique pieces of folded art under Sok’s expert guidance. From elegant and classic cranes to intricate geometric shapes.

All materials will be provided, ensuring that every participant can immerse themselves fully in this immersive experience. Don’t miss your chance to be part of this fun and exciting event.

 

About the artist

Sok Song is an award-winning origami designer and the founder of Creased, Inc., a company focused on using origami and paper sculpture in advertising, graphic design, and installations. With a passion for folding that began in childhood, Sok has authored several books and periodicals including “Origami Chic: A Guide to Foldable Fashion” and “Crease + Fold: Innovative Origami Projects Anyone Can Make,” and Creased – Magazine for Paperfolders. 

Beyond his artistic endeavors, Sok shares his expertise by teaching at the American Museum of Natural History, MoMA, private and public schools, community centers and at conferences around the world. His work has been published in Vogue, Vanity Fair, L’Uomo, Pop, Marie Claire, Icon, Self, and GQ as well as in books published by Andrews McMeel Publishing, Firefly Books Ltd., and Quark Publishing. 

He will be attending the Yale School of Arts in the fall of 2024 for an MFA in Painting and Printmaking.

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