'Origami in the Garden' unites science, math and art at Atlanta Botanical Garden

Artists Kevin Box (left) and Robert J. Lang (right) collaborated on the creation of the Atlanta Botanical Garden exhibit “Origami in the Garden.” (Photo courtesy of Kate Fu)

The ancient tradition of origami represents the folding together of art, mathematics and science. Robert J. Lang is among the world’s leading masters of the art form.

The distinguished physicist and engineer has constructed some of the most complex and intricate origami designs ever created. Lang is also a collaborator with the renowned sculptor Kevin Box, and their work together is on view in the exhibition “Origami in the Garden” at the Atlanta Botanical Garden through Oct. 16.

Lang joined “City Lights” host Lois Reitzes via Zoom to talk about his remarkable life discovering the secrets of origami.