Download or read book The Art and Wonder of Origami written by Kunihiko Kasahara and published by Quarry Books. This book was released on 2005-11-01 with total page 136 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Origami-the art of paper folding-is a traditional Japanese pastime that is enjoyed all over the world. The author of this book, Kunihiko Kasahara, is recognized as one of the world's best origami artists, and travels worldwide doing demonstrations and presentations. The remarkable popularity of origami, combined with the experience and talent of Mr. Kasahara, makes this collection of projects a much-anticipated arrival for beginner and experience origami enthusiast alike. The projects featured show both traditional Japanese origami and also Kasahara's latest cube art technique. Other projects feature building block-style units, beautiful boxes that look like flowers, snow crystals, and much more.
Download or read book The Art and Wonder of Origami written by Kunihiko Kasahara and published by . This book was released on 2004 with total page 138 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The craft of paper folding better known as origami is a traditional Japanese pastime that is now enjoyed all over the world.
Download or read book LaFosse Alexander s Dollar Origami written by Michael G. LaFosse and published by Tuttle Publishing. This book was released on 2014-10-07 with total page 96 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Create fun and intricate money origami using your Washingtons, Franklins, and Lincolns. These days, a dollar won't get you very far, but—in the right hands—a dollar bill can become a work of art. In Michael LaFosse's Dollar Origami, the world-renowned origami artist and co-founder of the eminent Origamido Studio shares twenty incredible creations specifically designed to be made out of dollar bills. Folded money models are wonderful gifts and conversation pieces, and LaFosse makes it easy for you to get started with projects ranging from "very simple" to "challenging." Money origami is more popular than ever, thanks to the panoply of designs and the wonderful folding qualities of the dollar bill. Many people like to give cash gifts or tips in folded money. While the classic origami folds still fascinate, money-fold enthusiasts are always looking for fresh ideas. Michael LaFosse's Dollar Origami is full of original designs to learn origami quickly and easily. At such a great value—folding money has never been so easy or affordable! This origami book contains: Full color, 64-page book Step-by-step instructions Colorful diagrams and photographs Origami folding guide and tips 20 original origami projects 3 hours of downloadable or streamable video tutorials It's no wonder that more and more people realize how fun dollar bill origami can be. Printed currency is easy to fold, remarkably durable, intricately patterned, and readily available. Money origami projects include: The Windmill Pillow Prosperity Bamboo The George Washington Knot Drahcir the Dragon And many more…
Download or read book Extreme Origami written by Won Park and published by Race Point Publishing. This book was released on 2012-10-15 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Won Park has taken the ancient art of origami to a whole new level. Using American currency, Park transforms dollar bills into creative works of art. He relies on the fibrous quality of the paper to fold, bend and twist hundreds of times per model without tearing. With no cutting and no pasting, Park is able to incorporate the details on the bills into his model designs. His signature koi fish is folded in such a way that the patterns on the dollar bill become the scales on the fish, and even the facial features fall in exactly the right place. His designs include a wide array of vehicles, animals, and mythical creatures. In this book, step-by-step instructions are provided for 20 distinct models that are bound to challenge even the most proficient folders. The challenge includes a Formula 1 race car, a toilet, a butterfly, a koi fish, a scorpion, a sea turtle, a fox, an ox, a marlin, a car, a praying mantis, a dragon, a spider, a stag beetle, a stegosaurus, a bat, Pegasus, a fighter jet, a battle tank, and a pig. All models can be made with either one or two dollar bills. Why worry about the declining value of the U.S. dollar? Follow the instructions in this book, and you can transform your dollars into works of art!
Download or read book DC Super Heroes Origami written by John Montroll and published by Capstone. This book was released on 2015 with total page 448 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: What happens when you combine Batman, Superman, Wonder Woman, and the Justice League with the art of origami? You get the most incredible collection of paper-folding projects ever assembled. These 45 models, meticulously designed by internationally renowned origami master John Montroll, are guaranteed to amaze. With clear, step-by-step diagrams and instructions, simple squares of paper transform into Batarangs, S-Shields, Invisible Jets, Green Lanterns, and so much more. Also included in the back of the book are 96 sheets of specially illustrated folding papers to make your DC creations truly come to life. When you fold these models, your friends will believe you're the one with super powers.
Download or read book All Things Paper written by Ann Martin and published by Tuttle Publishing. This book was released on 2013-05-21 with total page 112 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Make decorative, simple do-it-yourself projects with this friendly guide to paper crafting. You and your family will love to spend hours making beautiful paper art, jewelry, and decorations with All Things Paper. This easy paper crafts book comes with simple-to-follow instructions and detailed photos that show you how to create colorful and impressive art objects to display at home—many of which have practical uses. It is a great book for experienced paper craft hobbyists looking for new ideas or for new folders who want to learn paper crafts from experts. Projects in this papercrafting book include: Candle Luminaries Citrus Slice Coasters Mysterious Stationery Box Everyday Tote Bag Silver Orb Pendant Fine Paper Yarn Necklace Wedding Cake Card Perfect Journey Journal And many more… All the projects in this book are designed by noted paper crafters like Benjamin John Coleman, Patricia Zapata, and Richela Fabian Morgan. They have all been creating amazing objects with paper for many years. Whether you're a beginner or have been paper crafting for many years, you're bound to find something you'll love in All Things Paper. Soon you will be on your way to creating your own designs and paper art.
Download or read book New Expressions in Origami Art written by Meher McArthur and published by Tuttle Publishing. This book was released on 2017-03-07 with total page 192 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This origami art book features the work of 25 contemporary master folders who are among the most innovative origami artists working today. They are pushing the boundaries of origami vigorously in new directions in terms of style, scale, materials, subject and scope. This elite group includes: Joel Cooper Erik Demaine and Martin Demaine Paul Jackson Beth Johnson Michael G. LaFosse and Richard L. Alexander Robert J. Lang Linda Mihara Bernie Peyton Richard Sweeney And many more… The stunning photos and brilliant essays in this book demonstrate why origami is now an international art movement—largely through the efforts and artistic genius of a few contemporary masters. The trailblazing efforts of Japanese artist Akira Yoshizawa elevated the paper folding to an art form by showing how subtle shapes and figures could be created from a single sheet of paper though a variety of non-traditional folding techniques. Artists in other parts of the world—including the United States, France, England, China and Scandinavia—took Yoshizawa's cue and pushed these techniques further and further. The result has been the emergence of many new and surprising sculptural forms created through techniques such as wet folding, curved creasing, tessellating and the application of alternative materials besides paper.
Download or read book Origami Omnibus written by Kunihiko Kasahara and published by Japan Publications (USA). This book was released on 1988 with total page 384 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Over 150 models and panoramas folded from one or more squares, including animals, flowers, faces, modular models, geometric shapes, and much more.
Download or read book Origami Odyssey written by Peter Engel and published by Tuttle Publishing. This book was released on 2016-02-02 with total page 144 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Renowned origami artist Peter Engel first astounded origami enthusiasts and the lay person alike with his popular Origami from Angelfish to Zen. Since that book, published in 1989, Engel has gone through a personal change in his philosophy of origami design, honed through decades of elevating what is often viewed as simple paper folding into a fine art. In Origami Odyssey, Engel takes paper crafters on a journey to the edge of paper folding, providing instruction for exquisite and original origami designs, including several that have been shown in galleries and museums throughout the world. Experienced folders will delight in the chance to grow as artists as they master the projects in this book, and new comers to origami will find the author's journey so inspiring that they'll be ready to begin an odyssey of their own. This unique do-it-yourself paper craft book includes: Full-colored photos and step-by-step instructions and diagrams 21 fun-to-do projects like the Green Horned Owl, Gingko Leaf, Stingray and many more! An instructional DVD with easy-to-follow video tutorials
Download or read book 3D Origami Art written by Jun Mitani and published by CRC Press. This book was released on 2017-12-19 with total page 114 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Easily Create Origami with Curved Folds and Surfaces Origami—making shapes only through folding—reveals a fascinating area of geometry woven with a variety of representations. The world of origami has progressed dramatically since the advent of computer programs to perform the necessary computations for origami design. 3D Origami Art presents the design methods underlying 3D creations derived from computation. It includes numerous photos and design drawings called crease patterns, which are available for download on the author’s website. Through the book’s clear figures and descriptions, readers can easily create geometric 3D structures out of a set of lines and curves drawn on a 2D plane. The author uses various shapes of sheets such as rectangles and regular polygons, instead of square paper, to create the origami. Many of the origami creations have a 3D structure composed of curved surfaces, and some of them have complicated forms. However, the background theory underlying all the creations is very simple. The author shows how different origami forms are designed from a common theory.
Download or read book Origami Step By Step Introduction to the Art of Paper Folding written by Wonder House Books and published by . This book was released on 2022-10-20 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Perfect the Japanese art of paper-folding and have hours of enjoyment creating incredible models, with simple step-by-step instructions, ranging from cool fighter jets and cranes to amazing animals and more. With this activity book, enter the advanced stage of making origami models and master the complex creations to make stunning origami. This activity book is a must-have for children! It offers: A perfect selection for early learners to develop a love for the craftThe book is accompanied by 10+ colorful origami sheets The engaging paper-folding activities will stimulate the child' s imagination It helps in strengthening hand-eye coordination and concentration The comprehensive steps promote patience and reasoning skills
Download or read book Paper Folding Wonders written by Victoria A Williams and published by Independently Published. This book was released on 2024-04 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Paper Folding Wonders: Easy Origami Art for Beginners is a delightful introduction to the enchanting world of origami. Tailored specifically for newcomers to the craft, this book offers a gentle and accessible approach to mastering the art of paper folding. With step-by-step instructions and clear diagrams, even those with no prior experience can quickly learn to create stunning origami designs. From classic figures like cranes and butterflies to charming animals and intricate shapes, each project is carefully selected to provide a rewarding experience for beginners. As you progress through the book, you'll develop essential origami techniques while unleashing your creativity. The satisfaction of transforming a simple piece of paper into a work of art is both rewarding and addictive, making each fold a moment of joy and accomplishment. Whether you're looking to unwind and relax or seeking a new hobby to explore, "Paper Folding Wonders" offers the perfect blend of simplicity and creativity. Join the ranks of origami enthusiasts worldwide and embark on a journey of discovery, imagination, and endless possibilities.
Download or read book Advanced Origami written by Michael G. LaFosse and published by Tuttle Publishing. This book was released on 2012-09-04 with total page 144 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Take your paper folding to an advanced level with this user-friendly origami book. From shimmering hummingbirds to magnificent bats, from a stunning panther mask to graceful sea turtles, Michael G. LaFosse's complex and beautiful origami projects are well known around the world. Focusing on models from nature, Advanced Origami provides unparalleled instruction on how to create master-class level 3D origami paper folding projects. The origami designs are challenging—they require some folding experience—but the results are more origami art than craft. Paper folders will create projects that can be displayed or given as gifts. Sophisticated origami or paper crafts fans will appreciate the unique origami designs along with complete detailed instructions and easy-to-follow color photos and diagrams. Advanced Origami also features information on paper selection and preparation, advance techniques such as "wet folding" and making your own paper. This origami book contains: 128 page, full-color book 15 original and challenging projects Step-by-step instructions Colorful diagrams and photographs Advanced techniques and tips In recent years origami has evolved beyond simple folding and creasing into a true art form akin to sculpture. For those seeking to learn origami at such a level, Advanced Origami provides all the essential information and techniques. Soon you will be able to design and fold your own origami sculptures! Origami projects include: North American Cardinal Koi Fish Origamido Butterfly Pond Frog And many more…
Download or read book Origami Step By Step Introduction to the Art of Paper Folding written by Wonder House Books and published by . This book was released on 2022-10-20 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Perfect the Japanese art of paper-folding and have hours of enjoyment creating incredible models, with simple step-by-step instructions, ranging from funky boats and planes to amazing animals and more. With this activity book, begin your first level of making origami models and take your creativity to the next stage. This activity book is a must-have for children! It offers: A perfect selection for early learners to develop a love for the craft The book is accompanied by 10+ colorful origami sheets The engaging paper-folding activities will stimulate the child' s imagination It helps in strengthening hand-eye coordination and concentration The comprehensive steps promote patience and reasoning skills
Download or read book Geometric Origami written by Michael G. LaFosse and published by Tuttle Publishing. This book was released on 2014-11-25 with total page 64 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This impressive origami ebook contains everything you need to create beautiful, geometric origami sculptures. Art and math intertwine in exciting and complex new ways in Geometric Origami Kit. World renowned origami artists Michael G. LaFosse and Richard L. Alexander bring you this paper craft ebook where folding a piece of paper creates a new and wondrous origami object. In Geometric Origami, the initial folds are easily created, but once the basic building blocks are ready, the intricate combining of these pieces form new geometric origami sculptures that interlock into interchangeable origami puzzles. Ideal for demonstrating the sophistication and wonder of geometry, they can also be great conversation starting decorations for the home or office. This ebook and downloadable material provide the beginning folder with a series of fun, modular origami projects that represent a wide variety of subjects and techniques. This origami ebook includes: Full-color 64-page book Step-by-step instructions and easy-to-follow diagrams Downloadable material At a glance, Geometric Origami may seem too difficult to attempt, but once the methods are broken down and explained they are quite simple and can be completed by children and or beginning origami students. The intricate, multi-paper origami sculptures will put your paper folding skills on a whole new level and are excellent for use in the classroom, for art, math or geometry investigations. Origami projects include: Compass Star Aster Lightning Bolt Octahedron Butterfly Ball Picture Cube Modular Crane Sonobe Module and Cube Magic Rose Cube
Download or read book Origami Step By Step Introduction to the Art of Paper Folding written by Wonder House Books and published by . This book was released on 2022-10-20 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Perfect the Japanese art of paper-folding and have hours of enjoyment creating incredible models, with simple step-by-step instructions, ranging from funky hats and flowers to amazing animals and more. With this activity book, enter the intermediate stage of making origami models and take your creativity to the next level. This activity book is a must-have for children! It offers: A perfect selection for early learners to develop a love for the craft The book is accompanied by 10+ colorful origami sheets The engaging paper-folding activities will stimulate the child' s imagination It helps in strengthening hand-eye coordination and concentration The comprehensive steps promote patience and reasoning skills
Download or read book Encyclopedia Of Origami written by Nick Robinson and published by Running Press. This book was released on 2004-09-29 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The infinite possibilities of paper folding inspired origami, a simple, traditional craft that appeals to both children and adults. This comprehensive guide to the materials, tools, techniques, symbols and skills behind the Japanese art of folding paper into wondrous shapes is illustrated with refreshingly simple step-by-step diagrams. Crafters of all ages can quickly learn to create the basic folds, from the beginner's box glider and fish to such advanced projects as Green Man and murex shell. THE ENCYCLOPEDIA OF ORIGAMI also takes readers on a whirlwind tour of the finest origami models being made around the world today.
