Workshops

Beyond the Fold: Kyoko Kimura Morgan’s Origami Workshops

Kyoko’s origami workshops invite exploration of paper folding as a creative and social practice. Drawing on her experience and cultural heritage, Kyoko guides participants through making simple traditional origami forms as well as original designs. The workshops create a space where the simple act of folding becomes a way to connect, share, and build confidence. Through hands-on learning, origami unfolds as both an art form and a bridge across diverse communities.

The Way of Paper: Yotsume Toji Bookbinding Workshop

In this hands-on workshop, participants learn the traditional Japanese art of Yotsume toji book-binding (四つ目綴じ) or four-hole bookbinding. Under Kyoko’s guidance, each person binds their own book using centuries-old techniques that require no glue—only paper, thread, and careful attention. The tactile nature of this practice invites a quiet focus, encouraging appreciation for structure, repetition, and the meditative rhythm of handwork rooted in Japanese craft traditions.

The Flow of Ink (墨の流れ): Exploring Japanese Brushwork

This workshop explores the expressive art of sumi-e (墨絵) or Japanese ink painting. Participants are introduced to brush techniques that emphasize gesture, balance, and spontaneity. The process becomes a dialogue between hand and paper—the interaction between hand and paper guides the process, with each brushstroke capturing concentration, rhythm, and feeling. The session offers space for quiet experimentation, blending traditional aesthetics with personal expression.

Furoshiki: The Art of Wrapping (包みの芸術)

Inspired by the Japanese concept of mottainai (勿体無い)—a respect for not wasting resources— Kyoko’s furoshiki (風呂敷) workshop explores fabric wrapping as a creative and sustainable practice. Through folding and tying cloth, participants discover practical and beautiful ways to present gifts. This hands-on workshop highlights how wrapping can be an act of care, creativity, and mindfulness, turning everyday moments into meaningful expressions.

For further information or to book a workshop, please contact Kyoko at:
kyoko4origami@gmail.com