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SLIDE SHOW Posted: March 4, 2009   
Origami Artist, Scientist Discusses His Work FLASH VERSION
Robert Lang worked as a physicist for more than 15 years. Now, he's a full-time origami artist and consultant. He describes how he uses mathematical tools to help him create complex origami art -- and how the science of folding has applications in space, medical and other research.
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Produced by: Lea Winerman
Organist, 1998, After more than 15 years as a full-time physicist and origami hobbyist, Lang switched careers in 2001 and become a full-time origami artist and consultant. He designs and creates origami pieces for private collectors, advertisers and other clients, and his work has been shown in many art galleries.
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Organist, 1998
After more than 15 years as a full-time physicist and origami hobbyist, Lang switched careers in 2001 and become a full-time origami artist and consultant. He designs and creates origami pieces for private collectors, advertisers and other clients, and his work has been shown in many art galleries.
Speaking: Robert Lang
Photo Credit: Robert J. Lang, Audio Credit: Lea Winerman
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