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Practicing Origami professionally was not something that was anticipated for my future. I had attended Culinary School, and cooked as a pastry chef for over a decade. There was a great passion I carried for being able to create delicate items during intense work conditions, and I thought Patisserie was what I would do forever. Then I decided to continue a hobby I practiced as a child, Origami. The last two years of my pastry career was when I realized there was greater love for the art of paper folding. Origami has been a type of therapy for me- providing a deeper level of connection. I can create work that challenges me, that I identify with, but most importantly is finding true happiness with every step of my process. From selecting colors, the design and composition, then seeing the finished art all contribute to a genuine fulfillment inside. All I ever did was listen to my heart and it has never led me astray. Hard work, persistence, patience, support, and the courage to exploring a new path with Origami has brought something irreplaceable to my life. Cheers to following your heart. -Svvan