Design Your Own Paper Lamp

Meet Kate Colin, a paper-folding artist, lighting designer, and your teacher for this course. She shares her creative journey that led her to start her own studio and produce bespoke commissioned pieces. Hear about her influences and her sources of inspiration.

Learn about the rich history of paper-folding, as well as its modern application. Get an overview of the materials needed to take this course, and hear Kate’s tips on what to get. Then dive right into learning basic folding-techniques like the valley, mountain, and V folds.

Next, Kate teaches you advanced paper folding techniques step-by-step. Learn about scoring and creasing paper, as well as how to do multiple V folds. Using your scoring tool, discover how to make complex folds and a variety of diamond shapes.

Time to make your lamp! Start by deciding on the kind of paper you want to use, depending on the shade you’d like it to have. Choose a color palette by exploring references and creating a mood board. Kate guides you through the process of making a lotus lamp by using the folding techniques learned throughout the course.

Bring your lotus lamp to life by adding light. Kate shows you how to incorporate an LED light bulb to prevent your lamp from overheating, as well as other tips to keep your lamp safe. Wrap up the course with the most exciting part: installing your lamp in your space of choice!