STEP 1

 “Exploring Electronics and Mechanisms”

• Learn the basics of electronics. We'll start by exploring the basics of a simple circuit, such as a battery, wire, and LED light. 
• Learn about paper circuits and how to create a circuit using conductive materials. 
• Choose an origami model that you would like to create.https://www.creativecenter.brother/en-gb/home/home-category/paper-crafts-origami/origami

Step 2

 “Doing Circuits”

• Prototype first with printer paper! Fold your origami and draw your circuit by hand on the back of the origami model, and then attach copper tape, while integrating the LED lights and coin cell battery.

Your folded paper can serve as the switch, design your pop-up sculpture such that your circuit goes from OPEN to CLOSED. That means that a piece of the copper tape should go from disconnected (with a gap in the loop) to connected (a complete loop). You will need to attach copper tape to the back of the origami model and use it to connect the LED light and coin cell battery in a circuit that is triggered by movement. 

Step 3

 “ Making the pop-up circuit”

• Once you have tested your circuit, Using BRISTOL paper, fold and assemble the origami model according to the instructions
• Put all of your components together to create a complete pop-up circuit. Create your circuit lines with a ruler and pencil before you put down the copper tape!
• Test your paper circuit by gently articulating the kinetic energy sculpture. The LED light should light up.

Step 4

 “ Documenting"

• Get a photo of your initial prototype and your final prototype in bristol.
• Create a diagram that shows the circuit (with proper conventions) and how that circuit corresponds with your paper folding.

Description

We will be creating a lamp shade by folding a repeating origami pattern. The lamp diffusion shade with either cover an LED light source or a traditional light bulb depending on previous activities and materials available. 

Instructions

Begin with watching the videos and discussing the purpose of light diffusion. Then practicing the two illustrated folding patterns (v pleats and herringbone tessellation). Finally each participant should research their own pattern and begin to create their own unique lamp design.  

Deliverables

Photograph your creations in a dark room to capture the diffusion qualities of the folded paper. If possible, display your creations in a dark room exhibition to share your work.