Origami Cloth

Origami Cloth

2004, 7’x4’, Installation: wish paper, fabric, hair, rod, lighting

“Origami Cloth” is a piece made of the wishes from the Bellingham farmer’s market during the summer time.  It is such a wonderful community spot where all local produce, foods, and arts/crafts invite many people to gather.  I could not help interacting with the people there by introducing my wish project.  Because I gave an origami workshop as another way to share Japanese culture while collecting wishes I encased the folded origami objects between the wish papers to create a quilt like hanging piece.  The hair tassels give a ritualistic power to the piece.