Summary of BOS Autumn Convention Nottingham 2026

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In May, I announced I would be a special guest at the British Origami Society’s Autumn Convention in Nottingham, UK. Now that the convention is over, it’s time for a short summary.

First off, I enjoyed the event very much. We met at the University of Nottingham campus, with lots of greenery surrounding the building and squirrels popping up literally everywhere. I gave multiple workshops, most of them my own designs, but I also reserved a slot for Fujimoto’s stars as well as a presentation about my research on his work. There was a vivid discussion after the presentation, especially interesting due to the fact that some participants had actually met Fujimoto, a privilege I never had.

Due to the ambitious schedule, I was not able to attend any workshops given by others during standard hours, but since folding continued into the evening, I managed to fold some models, in particular a very cute Sloth designed and taught by Peter Croall, the other special guest. I also talked to Lee Armstrong and Peter Buchan-Symons who gave presentations rather than workshops in order to catch up with the topics they discussed (computer-aided modular origami design, and CP folding, respectively). And of course, there were many other interesting conversations with various people, not just about origami.

Unexpectedly, I brought home quite a lot of paper, both bought at BOS Supplies and received as part of the starter pack and from the freebies table, as well as some sheets of handmade paper for testing.

Each convention has unique elements that differentiate it from others. The unique part I like very much about the BOS conventions is the exhibition review. On Sunday morning, organizers pick several models from the exhibition, show them on a big screen, and let the authors talk about them. I think highlighting models in such a way and letting authors explain the ideas and techniques behind them is both very interesting, and a nice way to appreciate their work.

The convention ended with an invitation: in Spring 2027 there will be an online vCon (where I will also be teaching), and in Autumn 2027 BOS will celebrate its 60th anniversary with a big convention, again in Nottingham.

The images show my two tables at the model exhibition.