Mylène Amon, a self-taught artist from Côte d’Ivoire, has etched her name into the Guinness World Records after crafting 203 origami flowers in just one hour — a performance that celebrates both precision and African artistry on the global stage.
The achievement, which took place on July 25, 2025, marks Amon as the first Ivorian to earn worldwide recognition in the Japanese origami category.
Her feat, described as both technical and poetic, highlights her unique ability to merge artistic creativity with the discipline required for such a demanding craft.
Amon’s accomplishment comes after a previous challenge earlier this year, when she attempted to create 150 optical illusion portraits on paper in 120 hours.
While that effort, completed in February, was widely celebrated by the public, it did not meet the validation standards of the Guinness Book of Art committee.
Undeterred, Amon redirected her focus, refining her skills and channeling her energy into a discipline where she could showcase her mastery — the intricate and meditative art of origami.
Through her record-setting performance, Amon not only demonstrates exceptional dedication but also elevates Côte d’Ivoire’s profile within the global arts community. Her ability to complete over 200 meticulously folded flowers within such a narrow timeframe illustrates a rare blend of speed, accuracy, and artistic expression.
For many Ivorians, Amon’s achievement stands as a source of national pride, symbolizing how resilience and creative ambition can push local talent to international recognition. Her record is seen not just as a personal triumph but as a reflection of the growing influence of African artists in disciplines traditionally dominated by other regions.
Mylène Amon’s feat is now officially recorded in the Guinness World Records, where her 203-flower origami accomplishment is expected to inspire a new wave of African creatives to pursue global recognition.
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