The satisfying math of folding origami - Evan Zodl

By WatchKnowLearnFrom YoutubeJanuary 7, 2026

Origami, which literally translates to “folding paper,” is a Japanese practice dating back to at least the 17th century. In origami, a single, traditionally square sheet of paper can be transformed into almost any shape, purely by folding. The same simple concepts yield everything from a paper crane with about 20 steps, to a dragon with over 1,000 steps. Evan Zodl explores the ancient art form.

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#Folding

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#Math

#Geometry

#Art

#Crease

#Pattern

#Symmetry

#Shape

#Structure

#Design

#Sequence

#Technique

#Precision

#Beauty

#Harmony

#Proportion

#Balance

#Aesthetics