Paper crumpling transforms a simple sheet into unique three-dimensional sculptures, combining aesthetics and living matter. Inheriting the explorations of Paul Jackson and developed since 2000 by Vincent Floderer and CRIMP, crumpling blends origami and sculptural gesture to create bio-inspired forms. Whether chaotic or structured, it opens up largely unexplored artistic and scientific territories.

Over three days, this workshop offers a hands-on immersion, punctuated by guided exercises, demonstrations, and experiments, to learn how to master crumpling and transform paper into living works of art.

Upon completion of the training, the trainee will be able to:

• Exercise the main crumpling techniques (chaotic, radial, parallel)
• Choose, prepare, and transform paper according to the desired effects
• Understand how crumpling transforms a flat surface into volume and modifies its properties
• Develop a sensitive eye for the folds of living things

Paper crumpling transforms a simple sheet into unique three-dimensional sculptures, combining aesthetic qualities with tactile sensitivity. Born from the work of Paul Jackson and enriched since 2000 by Vincent Floderer and the CRIMP (Centre de Recherche et d'Intervention en Milieu Pédagogique), this technique combines the art of origami and sculptural gesture to create forms inspired by living things. Whether chaotic or structured, crumpling opens up fascinating, largely unexplored artistic and scientific horizons.

For three days, participants will delve into structured crumpling through progressive exercises, demonstrations, and hands-on experiments. They will discover the main crumpling styles—chaotic, radial, and parallel—learn to manipulate paper with moisture and methylcellulose treatments, and test different types and weights of paper. Each participant will leave with finished pieces, but above all, with the skills and know-how necessary to extend and personalize this technique in their artistic or craft practice. A rare opportunity to breathe life into matter and explore new creative dimensions.

Schedule

Day 1

Morning

• Introduction of participants, explanation of the week's program and objectives
• Definition and introduction of key terms: folding, crumpling, origami
• First steps in chaotic crumpling

Afternoon

• Observation of folds and textures in living things
• Awakening of sight and tactile sensitivity through the manipulation of artworks
• Introduction to radial crumpling with a single point

Day 2

Morning

• Folding exercises and warm-up, with best practices for crumpling
• Creation of a flower model using single-point crumpling.
• Humidification Techniques Applied to Paper

Afternoon

• Exploring Multipoint Radial Crimping
• Introduction to Parallel Crimping
• Paper Transformation Using Methylcellulose

Day 3

Morning

• Folding, Warm-up Exercises
• Tips for Choosing the Best Papers for Crimping

Afternoon

• Experimenting with More Complex Crimping Techniques or Completing a Large Group Project
• Presentation of Projects in a Group Session and Feedback
• Personalized Advice for Extending Practice and Continuing to Explore Crimping
• Workshop Cleanup

Dewi Brunet

Dewi Brunet figure parmi les rares experts mondiaux capables de combiner origami, plissage et froissage dans une pratique à la fois cohérente et innovante. Fort de vingt ans d’expérience, il a fait du pliage son métier depuis plus d’une décennie, à la croisée de l’art, de l’artisanat et de la recherche scientifique. Pour Dewi, le pliage dépasse la simple technique : il constitue un langage esthétique et un prisme d’observation du monde.

Passionné par l’intelligence pliée du vivant, il scrute ses structures pour en tirer des applications à la fois sensibles et innovantes. Son expertise lui a valu d’être reconnu comme maître artisan par la Fondation Michelangelo et d’intégrer, depuis 2017, le CRIMP (Centre de recherche en modélisation par le pli), la première organisation mondiale dédiée au froissage de papier.

• Salle de cours, salle polyvalente, ateliers avec équipements professionnels
• Fourniture des matériaux
• Travail individuel et collaboratif
• Travail en atelier
• La participation active et l’expérimentation des participants sont privilégiées

• Suivi collectif et personnalisé des travaux, points réguliers
• Autoévaluation des acquis techniques
• Restitution collective
• Feuille d’émargement par demi-journée
• Attestation de réalisation délivrée par Campus MaNa