Papercraft workshop with Benja Harney

Explore the architecture of Japanese cities while learning the basics of papercraft. The forms, textures and geometry found in Japanese architecture offer limitless inspiration for design play and experimentation. By working with templates designed by paper engineer Benja Harney, participants will be encouraged to invent new ways of shaping the city through paper, and together, create a new imagined Japanese city skyline. Spaces are limited, book early to avoid disappointment.

Admission

$10 General / $5 Members (with member discount code)*

These fees will go towards material costs. Additional booking fees are applicable. If you have not received your member discount code via email please contact reception@jpf.org.au / 02 8239 0055.

This workshop is recommended for ages 12 and up.
Doors open 30 mins before the event.

How to book

'Select a time' using the blue button on the upper right and wait for the new page to load. A green 'Register' button will appear.

Cancellations/Changes

We understand that plans change, please cancel your spot at least 24 hours before the event. Booking fees will not be refunded for late cancellations (within 24 hours of the event) and no-shows.

Papercraft creation by Benja Harney for the Climate Council (Image courtesy of the artist)

About Benja Harney

Benja Harney is a paper engineer with an enduring connection to Japan. While living in Japan, Harney's research in paper exposed him to the rich tradition of paper in Japanese art and design culture: from the technical possibilities in origami to the practical beauty of paper in shoji screens. Over the last 12 years as a professional creative, artist and educator, Harney has led his Sydney-based studio, Paperform, to develop a body of work that pushes the possibilities of the paper medium. Pop-up books, paper sculpture, installation, illustration, packaging, fine art, fashion, animation, set design – Harney makes anything and everything possible within this endlessly inventive material.

The artist infront of 'paper chapel' (commissioned by The House; image courtesy of Benja Harney)

Header image courtesy of Benja Harney