Akira Yoshizawa

Akira Yoshizawa (1911-2005) was a renowned Japanese origami artist, often regarded as one of the most influential figures in the modern art of paper folding. He is credited with elevating origami from a traditional craft to a recognized art form, making significant contributions to the techniques and designs of origami. Yoshizawa developed a system of folding notation that allowed for the precise communication of complex origami designs.