Synopses & Reviews
andlt;bandgt;Fold beautiful papercraft butterflies with this easy origami book.andlt;/bandgt;andlt;BRandgt;andlt;BRandgt;Whimsical, exquisite and fragile, butterflies and moths have enchanted and inspired people for centuries. Origami artist Michael G. LaFosse is no exception. His original butterfly paper-folding techniques are a dramatic new development in origamiand#8212;which some have hailed as the most important advance in origami since the first paper cranes appeared centuries ago. Hundreds of LaFosse butterflies have been featured in exhibitions around the world and his iconic designs are now eagerly sought and widely imitated by folding enthusiasts everywhere.andlt;BRandgt;andlt;BRandgt;andlt;iandgt;Michael LaFosse's Origami Butterfliesandlt;/iandgt; presents original paper folding projects from LaFosse's extensive butterfly and moth repertoire, including all his personal favorites. This collection has many rarely-seen origami designs, and several of the models illustrate new technical and design achievements made possible by the ingenious "LaFosse Origami Butterfly Folding System." This exciting new book with accompanying DVD represents the culmination of a lifetime of designing and perfecting the art of origami butterflies. It contains everything you need to create your own unique collection.andlt;BRandgt;andlt;BRandgt;andlt;bandgt;This origami book containsandlt;/bandgt;andlt;ulandgt;andlt;liandgt; 112 page, full color bookandlt;/liandgt;andlt;liandgt; 26 original designsandlt;/liandgt;andlt;liandgt; Step-by-step instructionsandlt;/liandgt;andlt;liandgt; Colorful diagrams and picturesandlt;/liandgt;andlt;liandgt; Advanced paper folding techniques and tipsandlt;/liandgt;andlt;liandgt; Accompanying DVDandlt;/liandgt;andlt;/ulandgt;These elegant formsand#8212;each created from a single square sheet of paper without cutting or glueand#8212;showcase the versatility of the origami folding system. All are deceptively simple, yet provide a solid foundation for creative flights of fancy in the hands of an experienced folder. Clear step-by-step instructions show you how to make literally hundreds of different variations by making small adjustments to a few key paper folds! Whether dry-folded from recycled candy wrappers or wet-folded from expensive handmade papers, these designs exemplify the best aspects of the paper folder's art today.andlt;BRandgt;andlt;BRandgt;andlt;bandgt;Origami butterflies include:andlt;/bandgt;andlt;ulandgt;andlt;liandgt;A Butterfly for Vanessa Gouldandlt;/liandgt;andlt;liandgt;The Butterfly for Robert Langandlt;/liandgt;andlt;liandgt;A Butterfly for Eric Joiselandlt;/liandgt;andlt;liandgt;A Swallowtail for Guy Kawasakiandlt;/liandgt;andlt;liandgt;The Boston Butterflyandlt;/liandgt;andlt;liandgt;The Mudarri Luna Mothandlt;/liandgt;andlt;/ulandgt;
Review
"The combination of butterflies, origami and Michael LaFosse cannot be anything but magical. I guarantee that this book will enchant you."—Guy Kawasaki, author of
Enchantment and former chief evangelist at Apple
"LaFosse and Alexander have built up an enviable reputation for producing top quality origami products, carefully and expertly crafted for folders of all levels. Their work is an inspiration."—Nick Robinson, author of Origami Kit For Dummies and World's Best Origami
"These pages present a kaleidoscope of colorful origami butterflies. The authors uphold the philosophy of Akira Yoshizawa sensei, who opened LaFosse's eyes to origami's endless possibilities, which you can now also explore."—Dave Brill, former president of the British Origami Society, and author of Brilliant Origami
"LaFosse and Alexander have observed and passionately captured the essence of the butterfly with their exceptional designs. These magnificent butterflies undergo their metamorphosis in the authors' hands."—Reiko Nishioka, director of education at the Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens
Review
"This beautiful and inviting book of nature-inspired art showcases LaFosse and Alexander's mastery as both artists and educators."—Jane Winchell, curator of "Origami Now!" and director of the Art and Nature Center at the Peabody Essex Museum
"This book contains exquisite origami models, easy-to-follow diagrams, beautiful photography and a remarkably insightful view of the world of origami and its people, lovingly and elegantly expressed."—Russell Cashdollar, origami designer and author
"These beautiful designs are simple enough for origami novices, yet their charm and elegance will appeal to serious enthusiasts. With the 'LaFosse Butterfly Folding System,' origami butterfly design is limited only by your imagination."—Ronald Koh, origami designer and author
Review
"The combination of butterflies, origami and Michael LaFosse cannot be anything but magical. I guarantee that this book will enchant you." and#8212;andlt;bandgt;Guy Kawasaki, author of andlt;iandgt;Enchantmentandlt;/iandgt; and former Chief Evangelist at andlt;iandgt;Appleandlt;/iandgt;andlt;/bandgt;
Review
"LaFosse and Alexander have built up an enviable reputation for producing top quality origami products, carefully and expertly crafted for folders of all levels. Their work is an inspiration." and#8212;andlt;bandgt;Nick Robinson, author of andlt;iandgt;Origami Kit For Dummiesandlt;/iandgt; and andlt;iandgt;World's Best Origamiandlt;/iandgt;andlt;/bandgt;
Review
"These pages present a kaleidoscope of colorful origami butterflies. The authors uphold the philosophy of Akira Yoshizawa sensei, who opened LaFosse's eyes to origami's endless possibilities, which you can now also explore." and#8212;andlt;bandgt;Dave Brill, former President of the andlt;iandgt;British Origami Societyandlt;/iandgt;, and author of andlt;iandgt;Brilliant Origamiandlt;/iandgt;andlt;/bandgt;
Review
"LaFosse and Alexander have observed and passionately captured the essence of the butterfly with their exceptional designs. These magnificent butterflies undergo their metamorphosis in the authors' hands." and#8212;andlt;bandgt;Reiko Nishioka, Director of Education at the andlt;iandgt;Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardensandlt;/iandgt;andlt;/bandgt;
Review
"This book lends itself well to folders of all levelsand#8212;including but definitely not exclusively for beginners. The designs are beautiful, elegant, a total eye-catcher. Models that you are already in love with are always so nice to foldand#8212;especially when you can achieve results similar to the ones presented in the photos. This is so true for Michael LaFosse's butterflies. The designs require only quite basic folds, and can be completed within minutes. I will end this reviewandhellip;with a definite call to action: buy, buy, buy! The first buy: for yourself; the second buy: for your origami friend; and the third buy: for that person you want to introduce to origami. All three will be a great investment with a return of much happiness, hours of pure enjoyment, and awe of the wonderful work by Michael LaFosse and Richard Alexander!" and#8212;andlt;bandgt;andlt;iandgt;The Foldandlt;/iandgt;andlt;/bandgt;
Review
"Noted origami experts LaFosse and Alexander focus on folded-paper butterflies in this elegant how-to guide. After presenting the basic architecture for an origami butterfly, the authors provide a number of variations, most named after well-known origami enthusiasts. Fully illustrated step-by-step directions for each butterfly are included, and five hours of video instruction are provided on the enclosed DVDs."and#8212; andlt;bandgt;andlt;iandgt;Library Journalandlt;/iandgt;andlt;/bandgt;
Review
"You cannot go wrong with any book by these authors, much less with this delightful collection of origami butterflies!" and#8212;andlt;bandgt;andlt;iandgt;Origami Spiritandlt;/iandgt;andlt;/bandgt;
Review
"Within a couple of days I folded over a dozen butterflies from the book. It meant less sleep than I need to stay sane, but one or two nights of that are okay. Anyone who's visited an origami convention can probably relate. And it was so immensely fun and energizing to fold those absolutely amazing butterflies." and#8212;andlt;bandgt;andlt;iandgt;Origami USAandlt;/iandgt;andlt;/bandgt;
Synopsis
Fold beautiful papercraft butterflies with this easy origami book. Whimsical, exquisite and fragile, butterflies and moths have enchanted and inspired people for centuries. Origami artist Michael G. LaFosse is no exception. His original butterfly paper-folding techniques are a dramatic new development in origami--which some have hailed as the most important advance in origami since the first paper cranes appeared centuries ago. Hundreds of LaFosse butterflies have been featured in exhibitions around the world and his iconic designs are now eagerly sought and widely imitated by folding enthusiasts everywhere.
Michael LaFosse's Origami Butterflies presents original paper folding projects from LaFosse's extensive butterfly and moth repertoire, including all his personal favorites. This collection has many rarely-seen origami designs, and several of the models illustrate new technical and design achievements made possible by the ingenious "LaFosse Origami Butterfly Folding System." This exciting new book with accompanying DVD represents the culmination of a lifetime of designing and perfecting the art of origami butterflies. It contains everything you need to create your own unique collection.
This origami book contains- 112 page, full color book
- 26 original designs
- Step-by-step instructions
- Colorful diagrams and pictures
- Advanced paper folding techniques and tips
- Accompanying DVD
These elegant forms--each created from a single square sheet of paper without cutting or glue--showcase the versatility of the origami folding system. All are deceptively simple, yet provide a solid foundation for creative flights of fancy in the hands of an experienced folder. Clear step-by-step instructions show you how to make literally hundreds of different variations by making small adjustments to a few key paper folds Whether dry-folded from recycled candy wrappers or wet-folded from expensive handmade papers, these designs exemplify the best aspects of the paper folder's art today.
Origami butterflies include: - A Butterfly for Vanessa Gould
- The Butterfly for Robert Lang
- A Butterfly for Eric Joisel
- A Swallowtail for Guy Kawasaki
- The Boston Butterfly
- The Mudarri Luna Moth
Synopsis
Whimsical, exquisite and fragile, butterflies and moths have enchanted and inspired people for centuries. Origami artist Michael G. LaFosse is no exception. His original butterfly paper-folding techniques are a dramatic new development in origami—which some have hailed as the most important advance in origami since the first paper cranes appeared centuries ago. Hundreds of LaFosse butterflies have been featured in exhibitions around the world and his iconic designs are now eagerly sought and widely imitated by folding enthusiasts everywhere.
Michael LaFosse's Origami Butterflies presents 26 original projects from LaFosse's extensive butterfly and moth repertoire, including all his personal favorites. This collection has many rarely-seen designs, and several of the models illustrate new technical and design achievements made possible by the ingenious "LaFosse Origami Butterfly Folding System."
These elegant forms—each created from a single square sheet of paper without cutting or glue—showcase the versatility of the folding system. All are deceptively simple, yet provide a solid foundation for creative flights of fancy in the hands of an experienced folder. Clear step-by-step instructions show you how to make literally hundreds of different variations by making small adjustments to a few key folds! Whether dry-folded from recycled candy wrappers or wet-folded from expensive handmade papers, these designs exemplify the best aspects of the paper folder's art today.
This exciting new book with accompanying DVD represents the culmination of a lifetime of designing and perfecting the art of origami butterflies. It contains everything you need to create your own unique collection!
Butterflies include:
- A Butterfly for Vanessa Gould
- The Butterfly for Robert Lang
- A Butterfly for Eric Joisel
- A Swallowtail for Guy Kawasaki
- The Boston Butterfly
- The Mudarri Luna Moth
About the Author
andlt;bandgt;Michael G. LaFosseandlt;/bandgt; has been an origami artist for decades, and is considered a leading authority and master of the art. An avid teacher, LaFosse co-founded the Origamido Studio, a learning center and design studio dedicated to the art of origami, and the only place in the world specializing in hand papermaking for the origami artist. LaFosse co-curated andlt;iandgt;Origami Now!andlt;/iandgt;, a wildly popular, year-long exhibition at the Peabody Essex Museum in Salem, Massachusetts. He was also prominently featured in the recent, Peabody Award-winning film, andlt;iandgt;Between the Foldsandlt;/iandgt;, by Vanessa Gould.andlt;BRandgt;andlt;BRandgt;andlt;bandgt;Richard L. Alexanderandlt;/bandgt; co-founded the Origamido Studio with Michael G. LaFosse in 1996. He has been the chief papermaker since 2003, and is a frequent collaborator with other famous paper artists. Together, Alexander and LaFosse have created dozens of origami exhibitions, and over 70 books, kits and videos about paper and paper arts.