The 2026 Spring Origami Meeting will take place from
April 17th to 19th, 2026 in Angers (49) at the L’Esvières coworking space, a 10-minute walk from the Saint-Laud train station. We will be welcoming
Viviane Berty and
Lee Armstrong as guests. Whether you are a creator or simply a paper folder, this gathering is an opportunity to teach folding techniques to other participants, take part in technical workshops, and above all, meet and exchange ideas with other folders in a very friendly atmosphere. We look forward to seeing you at this origami meeting !
What are the MFPP Origami Meeting ? Find answers on the
Meeting’s presentation page.
Guests
We will have the pleasure of welcoming
Viviane Berty (France) and
Lee Armstrong (United Kingdom).
Viviane Berty
Born in 1969 in the south of France, I am left-handed. Passionate about music and literature, I was less interested in the visual arts until 1990, the year I discovered origami thanks to the Toulouse-based astronomer Jean-Pierre Brunet. For twenty years, I practiced origami only occasionally, favoring the beautiful, purely geometric models of Kunihiko Kasahara, Román Díaz, and Hideo Komatsu. I met Giang Dinh in 2011 in Toulouse, then Quyết Hoàng in 2013 in Dijon. Both of them instilled in me a love for wet folding. I began creating my own models in 2012, seeking to represent living beings and objects with a minimum of folds, more through intuition than observation.
Lee Armstrong
I began folding origami when my children were young, because I had no time for other art. Little did I know it would become a big part of my life. It was natural to me to experiment and I began to design my own models, making simple animals which was the first style that attracted me to origami. Around 2014 I started to discover how to make curved, three dimensional forms with the paper and it became an obsession ! I love to explore techniques and try to find different ways of portraying a subject. I’m inspired by the natural world, by people and emotions, and by discovering what is possible with folding paper. I am influenced by many artists and sculptors and try to imagine folding art styles that we never see in origami. I was honoured to win a Joisel award in 2023 for my “Cubist bust” design. In the past few years I have also started to create modular origami, inspired by the forces of nature, and to bring more geometric forms into my figurative designs. The origami community is a big inspiration for me too, so I am very excited to join the MFPP and fold with you all in Angers this year.
Exhibition
In addition to the open exhibition of models, this year we invite you to pay tribute to the gigantic Apocalypse Tapestry, housed and displayed at the Château d’Angers. Find more details in the dedicated article.
The Venue
The Esvières community space is easily accessible from Angers train station, with parking available. The event will take place in two large rooms, with access to the garden.
Meals
The venue offers lunch and dinner at very attractive prices. Please note that reservations are essential before March 31, 2026. Reservations are made after registration, via email. Payment is due before the event.
Accommodation
We have reserved available rooms on-site for participants. However, the number of rooms is limited (double and single rooms, breakfast included). If you are interested, please contact us by email ! Angers offers a wide range of hotels, so you should be able to find a room that suits you. Remember to book early, as this is a school holiday weekend for all zones in France.
How to register ?
Go to the
online shop and select the 1, 2, or 3‑day package, indicating the dates you choose. If you are not yet a member of the association, registration for the event will include digital membership for 2026. You can change to paper membership later, paying an extra fee. If you are already a member, please log in to the website before ordering. Payment for meetings is made via PayPal, bank transfer, or check at the time of registration. We charge for accommodations and meals at cost price ; therefore, additional fees may apply if you pay via PayPal. Having trouble registering ? Send us an email !
How much does it cost ?
The prices displayed in the shop include digital membership to the association for new members (€35 digital membership).
| Package | member rate | New member rate (with membership 2026) |
| 1 day | 65 € | 100 € |
| 2 days | 85 € | 120 € |
| 3 days | 95 € | 130 € |
| lunch | 13 € | 13 € |
| Dinner | 10,50 € | 10,50 € |
| 1‑bed room + breakfast | 30,50 € | 30,50 € |
| 1p bed in two-bed room + breakfast | 20,50 € | 20,50 € |
What do the packages include ?
The packages include access to the meeting venue and participation in the workshops offered (with materials provided and subject to capacity limits), a participant welcome kit including paper, documents, and the
2026 Fold Collection booklet. They offer the opportunity to teach or exhibit your work during the meetings. They do not include meals, accommodation, transportation, or any additional activities that may be offered.
Refund Policy
If you need to cancel your attendance before March 16, the association will refund your package price minus the association membership fee and any associated payment processing fees (if you paid via PayPal). From March 30 onward, the refund will be 50% (excluding membership fee and processing fees). You will receive the meeting booklet by mail. After 15 days, the full amount will be retained by the association, and you will receive the meeting booklet by mail. Accommodation and meals will be refunded for cancellations made before March 30
th.
Should I bring someone with me ?
If you are under 16, you must be accompanied by a responsible adult. If your companion is participating in the workshops, they will need to purchase a package just like you (no membership required). Otherwise, a companion pass is sufficient (free). If you have a disability and require a companion, they only need a companion pass (free).
How to teach ?
If you register as an instructor, we will contact you with the details. Have you never taught a group of origami artists at a gathering ? This is your chance to try it out in front of a supportive group ! We can offer advice, help you prepare your lesson, and provide on-site assistance if needed.
How to exhibit ?
Whether you are a creator or not, exhibiting your origami at the gatherings is highly recommended ! This is an opportunity to exchange tips and ideas with other origami artists and showcase your skills. A table space will be reserved for you if you have registered as an exhibitor. For any special requests (wall display, additional space, etc.), please contact us so we can find the best solution. Whether you are a creator or not, it is important to label the displayed origami with the name of the origami artist and the artist. You can prepare your labels in advance to specify all the details of the origami on display (origami artist, artist, etc.), or find papers on-site to create them. This is not a sales exhibition.
What is the program ?
The program is developed based on the participants. Therefore, a schedule will be provided two weeks before the event. But rest assured, there will be workshops and interesting sessions every day, tailored to your interests and skill level !
I have another question !
Send us an email at
contact@mfpp-origami.fr, we will reply and possibly add these details to this page !
