Exhibition: The Origami Art of Tomoko Fuse
Schedule
Thu, 21 May, 2026 at 09:00 am to Fri, 29 May, 2026 at 09:00 am
UTC+09:30Location
Kerry Packer Civic Gallery, 55 North Terrace, Adelaide University - West, Adelaide, SA, Australia, South Australia 5000 | Adelaide, SA
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Experience the mesmerising world of Japanese origami in a special exhibition and interactive workshops by world-renowned artist Tomoko Fuse. Internationally recognised for her innovative paper-folding techniques, Fuse has expanded the boundaries of origami as a contemporary art form. Her works transform simple sheets of paper into intricate modular structures – spirals, tessellations, knots, and infinite folds – that embody both precision and imagination.The exhibition showcases Fuse’s signature creations alongside opportunities for the public to participate in hands-on workshops, inviting people of all ages to discover the meditative beauty of origami and the joy of creativity.
Presented by the Japan Australia Friendship Association (JAFA), in partnership with The Bob Hawke Prime Ministerial Centre’s Kerry Packer Civic Gallery, this event celebrates the 50th anniversary of the Basic Treaty of Friendship and Cooperation between Australia and Japan – a milestone honouring five decades of cultural connection and mutual respect.
For more information, visit https://hawkecentre.adelaide.edu.au/events-and-exhibitions/exhibitions/2026/tomoko_fuse/
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Exhibition details
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7 April 2026 to 29 May 2026
Open weekdays 9am - 6pm
FREE ENTRY
Kerry Packer Civic Gallery
Hawke Building Level 3, Adelaide City Campus West
55 North Terrace Adelaide
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About the Artist
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Tomoko Fuse - Origami Artist
Born in Niigata Prefecture, Japan, Tomoko Fuse is one of the world’s most influential origami artists, often celebrated as the Queen of Modular Origami. She discovered origami at the age of seven while in hospital, sparking a lifelong fascination with the art of paper folding. Since the 1980s, Fuse has pioneered modular origami - creating intricate geometric works by connecting multiple folded units - and has continued to expand the possibilities of the medium through tessellations, spirals, and knot-based constructions. Her practice bridges art, mathematics, and architecture, revealing origami’s depth beyond its traditional associations. Fuse’s installations and designs include origami-inspired objects and lighting, combining structural precision with sculptural beauty.
The author of more than 100 books translated into multiple languages, her publications are considered foundational texts in contemporary origami. Fuse’s work has been exhibited internationally, including at Milano Design Week, RMIT Design Hub Gallery, and the Echigo Tsumari Arts Triennale.
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Kerry Packer Civic Gallery, 55 North Terrace, Adelaide University - West, Adelaide, SA, Australia, South Australia 5000Event Location & Nearby Stays:
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