Pop-Up Book Launch & Documentary Premiere "New Year on Paper: Unfolding Chinatown NYC"

​Event Schedule

​6:00 PM – 6:30 PM | Appetizers & Networking

​Guests will enjoy light refreshments while mingling and preparing for an inspiring evening.

​6:30 PM – 6:45 PM | Documentary Premiere

​Seated screening of a short documentary unveiling the heart and history of the pop-up book project.

​6:45 PM – 8:00 PM | Authors’ Talk & Q&A

​The creative team will discuss the process behind the book's creation and cultural significance, followed by an interactive Q&A session with the audience.

​8:00 PM – 8:30 PM | Book Giveaway & Photos

​Attendees will receive an exclusive, gift-only edition of the pop-up book. This session will also include photo opportunities and networking.

​About the Artist:

​Star Shen is a New York-based freelance illustrator and Meggendorfer Prize-nominated paper engineer, specializing in visual design and paper engineering for pop-up books, greeting cards, editorial projects, and commercial advertisements.

​About the Book:

​“New Year On Paper: Unfolding Chinatown NYC” is the world’s first pop-up book about Chinatown NYC, celebrating the vibrant traditions of the Lunar New Year. Through intricate paper engineering and vivid illustrations, the book brings the bustling streets, iconic landmarks, and festive scenes of Chinatown to life, offering readers an immersive cultural experience. Each page unfolds a 3D world where architecture, celebrations, and the spirit of the community leap off the pages, transporting people into the heart of Chinatown. This book is not only a work of art but also a powerful medium to showcase Chinatown’s charm and foster cultural connection. We hope this book inspires people around the world to appreciate Chinatown and breathe new vitality into its cultural and economic future.