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After meeting at Tansu's Origami Festival in Houston, Kyle Fu and Kevin Box quickly struck a creative relationship. For two days in September, they came together in Austin, TX to bring to life their concept of fusing the ancient craft of origami and the fine art of bronze casting. Their initial collaboration was the folding and unfolding of a life-size horse, designed by Kyle Fu, standing 5 feet 8 inches tall, as well as two smaller versions. The monumental horse is believed to be the largest origami horse on record. Kevin and Kyle plan to collaborate once again in the near future on a series of animals at different scales celebrating water, air, earth, and fire.
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Due to the size of the paper needed to fold the horse, the initial session was held September 5 and 6 at St. Davids Church, who donated their Activity Center to the creative event. Prior to folding the large horse, the two artists worked together to create a horse design that met the vision of each artist. “We were looking for a design that is immediately recognizable as a horse, as well as one that would be suitable for a monumentally sized sculpture for a public setting,” said Box. Folding the large horse took about four hours using a 10 x 10 foot sheet of paper. “I have folded large pieces before” said Fu, “but this will be the first time the creation will be converted to a durable form that is suitable for outdoor display.” Box and Fu are also working on designs for a fish, a raven, and a dragon. “We both share an interest in public participation in our work,” commented Fu. “Yes,” Box replied, “we would like to get both children and adults participating in future events so that the art is a part of an experience that connects people to their own creative source.” “Perhaps this unique collection, in paper and bronze, can be the centerpiece for the grand opening of an American Origami Museum,” speculated Fu who is currently organizing such a place in Houston..
The "Blue Pony" will be featured in an upcoming art exhibit by Kevin Box called "Paper Planes", which will be on display at Tansu from March 28th through April 15th. For details on this fabulous exhibit: click here. |
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