Origami at Parker

On Wednesday, March 19, 2025, Andrew Lauren, a Parker volunteer, led an informative and interactive work shop on origami. The word “origami” derives from the Japanese words “ori,” meaning fold, and “kami,” meaning paper. The practice is an ancient art form often associated with good luck, longevity and peace. 

After a quick lecture on the origins and significance of origami, patients/residents focused on creating a dog or cat from their choice of colored paper. It soon became obvious that the art of transforming flat paper into creative multidimensional sculptures – of animals, plants and other designs without cuts or glue – takes lots of skill. In creating their sculptures, our patients/residents worked on their hand-eye coordination, sequencing skills, attention skills, problem-solving abilities, and most importantly, patience. Everyone enjoyed the workshop. Some showed a natural talent for the art, and all look forward to creating more sculptures in the future.