The Paper

I just received my membership packet from OrigamiUSA. Inside was a copy of the The Paper, the official magazine of OrigamiUSA. It is a back-issue from the summer, but I have found it very interesting. There is a crease pattern and some diagrams in every issue, and several articles. The summer issue focused mainly on the convention which had recently ended. It makes me excited about attending my first convention!

I am surprised by how small the organization really is. They boast over 1600 members, while the magazine feels almost like a church newsletter. To think that a national organization with international partnerships and an annual convention has roughly 1600 memberships is amazing.

[The image is the cover of the most recent issue of The Paper which I copied from the OrigamiUSA website]

Origami USA

I have decided to join Origami USA. It is a national organization for Origami enthusiasts which works to promote the art and facilitate the sharing of information between artists. Already, they have helped me by listing affiliated organizations and by listing upcoming events. In February I will be attending an Origami Minnesota meeting and also listen to a speech by Robert J Lang. I am hoping that being a part of Origami USA will help me stay in touch with the wider origami community.

I have not yet gotten my first copy of The Paper which is the official magazine for Origami USA. I'm not really sure what is published in there, other than some diagrams. I will have to write a post right after I receive my first copy!

[The image is the logo for OrigamiUSA which can be found at their website]