> > > From: Chris Lott <ch...@chrislott.org> > Subject: Re: [Origami] Origami visual journal > > On Sat, Jan 11, 2014 at 4:50 PM, Azulet <azu...@gmail.com> wrote: > > Another time I like to take notes and look back on progress is for > origami artist trading cards (atc). I enjoy hearing and sharing stories of > inspirations and creative process. > > > http://azuleteats.blogspot.com/2013/06/2013-june-ousa-artist-trading-cards.html > > This is the first time, as far as I can remember, that I've heard of > origami ATCs, though it makes perfect sense. Is this a common > form/activity at conventions? > > c > -- > Chris Lott <ch...@chrislott.org> >
Hi Chris, I'm starting a new thread since there are likely more ATC experts on the list who can chime in. Whether the ATC activity is common for conventions depends on the organizers. I know the OUSA convention had ATCs for a number of years already (need to suggest an OUSA ATC gallery online someday). I'm new to the origami ATCs as well since I just started last year. Two out of three trades I participated are associate with conventions (Origami USA convention in NYC, Origami Heaven in Long Island). I got inspired to join because my friends showed off their awesome collections from previous trades. The Origami Meetup group also had a small group swap at one of our monthly meetings (not related to conventions). I know there are also mail-in swaps but I have not joined one. So if you attend a convention in the future, keep your eyes open for potential ATC groups. Or you can also start your own! Below are the instructions from the OUSA convention trade organizer last year for some ideas. Keep in mind other trades may have diff themes, diff number of cards, mail-in rules, etc. http://origamiusa.org/convention2013_otheractivities --- Catherine
