Origami Origami (折り紙?, from ori meaning "folding", and kami meaning "paper" is the art of paper folding, which is often associated with Japanese culture. In modern usage, the word "origami" is used as an inclusive term for all folding practices, regardless of their culture of origin. The goal is to transform a flat sheet of paper into a finished sculpture through folding and sculpting techniques.

Metamorphosis Definition: (in an insect or amphibian) the process of transformation from an immature form to an adult form in two or more distinct stages. a change of the form or nature of a thing or person into a completely different one, by natural or supernatural means.

Stages of a butterfly

“Morphing” everyday objects

Requirements for lesson You are going to create a metamorphosis to show movement and rhythm in your artwork. Start with an animal of your choice and draw and color it in its entirety. The final product will be an inanimate object of your choice. Use four transition steps to gradually transform your animal into the object. The final result should be in color.

Inanimate vs animate objects You are going to create a metamorphosis to show movement and rhythm in your artwork. Start with an animal of your choice and draw and color it in its entirety. The final product will be an inanimate object of your choice. Use four transition steps to gradually transform your animal into the object. The final result should be in color.

Metamorphosis by Alex Andre https://vimeo.com/67833661 http://makezine.com/2013/05/22/the-metamorphosis-project/

Interactive art Interactive art: is a form of art that involves the spectator in a way that allows the art to achieve its purpose. Some interactive art installations achieve this by letting the observer or visitor "walk" in, on, and around them; some others ask the artist to become part of the artwork.