Anja Markiewicz’s miniature origami art

MicroOrigamiArt , also called mini origami art, this is a very peculiar branch of origami art. Its biggest feature is to use the smallest possible paper to fold the smallest possible origami model. Because it has the feeling of challenging the limits of human beings, Therefore, it has also attracted a large number of origami art enthusiasts to devote themselves to this origami art form. Anja Markiewicz is one of these origami enthusiasts. She likes to make fine origami very much, and has many very good origami productions. Here is an article This article comes from simplysandyme’s email interview with Anja Markiewicz, in which Anja Markiewicz revealed her love for the art of miniature origami in detail. (The following content comes from: www.simplysandyme.com/?p=2364, the copyright of the pictures and text belongs to the original author)

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I accidentally discovered Anja’s nano-oigami (mini origami art) on Flickr. I have been very interested in paper artists since I went to MAD to see the Slash: Paper Under the Knife exhibition and watched a PBS documentary called Between the Folds. When I saw Anjas works, the only two words that came to my mind were patience and perfection. To make such a small origami with such fine details, I believe Anja would spend no more time and energy than making a normal-size paper sculptureThere are very few artists. Because of her constant experimentation and hard work, we can see such exquisite works. I was fortunate enough to have a brief interview with Anja via email, and her personality is just like what I thought, Very pleasant.

1. Where did you grow up and where do you live now?

I grew up in Leipzig, Germany, and now live in Potsdam, which is very close to Berlin.

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2. When and how did you start the art of origami?

Actually, it started out of a very funny and accidental situation. I discovered mini papercraft four or five years ago with a friend. I was a student at the time, and I was in the same class as my friend, and that class was really, really boring. To stave off boredom we shared some chocolate. After we finished eating the chocolate, we used the chocolate wrappers to make origami boats in order to find something else to do. After folding the two boats, we took another piece of wrapping paper and tore it in half to fold the smaller boat. Like breaking through a level, we fold smaller and smaller until we can no longer fold at all. It was very challenging for me to make good origami works with such small paper, so after I got home, I started a whole series of mini origami works. Its really interesting.

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3. Do you usually fold larger-sized origami or would you rather fold mini versions?

I like folding mini versions! Usually when I fold larger sizes, it’s because I’m experimenting with the entire folding process and the steps, because it’s converted into a mini version.There are some things you need to pay attention to when making paper art. Each mini-work has a certain degree of difficulty and the challenges vary depending on the level, but there is absolutely no work that can be completed easily.

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4. In addition to origami, do you usually do anything interesting?

I only like origami (laughing). I am really passionate about mini paper art. Origami has helped me find a new path in life. I now often go to different cities to attend gatherings of origami enthusiasts. On those occasions, I can origami with many like-minded friends and study some new methods and techniques. Also, every Monday there is a gathering of local experts in Potsdam, which I look forward to every week because for me it is the best start to the week.

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5.What does origami mean to you?

Origami is my life.

Origami is my passion.

Origami is about getting together with friends.

Origami is a way to relax. (Yes, folding mini works relaxes me!)