Synopses & Reviews
andlt;bandgt;Take your paper folding to an advanced level with this user-friendly origami book.andlt;/bandgt;andlt;BRandgt;andlt;BRandgt;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, andlt;iandgt;Advanced Origamiandlt;/iandgt; provides unparalleled instruction on how to create master-class level 3D origami paper folding projects. The origami designs are challengingand#8212;they require some folding experienceand#8212;but the results are more origami art than craft. Paper folders will create projects that can be displayed or given as gifts.andlt;BRandgt;andlt;BRandgt;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. andlt;iandgt;Advanced Origamiandlt;/iandgt; also features information on paper selection and preparation, advance techniques such as "wet folding," and making your own paper.andlt;BRandgt;andlt;BRandgt;andlt;bandgt;This origami book contains:andlt;/bandgt;andlt;ulandgt;andlt;liandgt; 136 page, full-color bookandlt;/liandgt;andlt;liandgt; 15 original and challenging projectsandlt;/liandgt;andlt;liandgt; Step-by-step instructionsandlt;/liandgt;andlt;liandgt; Colorful diagrams and photographsandlt;/liandgt;andlt;liandgt; Advanced techniques and tipsandlt;/liandgt;andlt;/ulandgt;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, andlt;iandgt;Advanced Origamiandlt;/iandgt; provides all the essential information and techniques. Soon you will be able to design and fold your own origami sculptures!andlt;BRandgt;andlt;BRandgt;andlt;bandgt;Origami projects include:andlt;/bandgt;andlt;ulandgt;andlt;liandgt; North American Cardinalandlt;/liandgt;andlt;liandgt; Koi Fishandlt;/liandgt;andlt;liandgt; Origamido Butterflyandlt;/liandgt;andlt;liandgt;Pond Frogandlt;/liandgt;andlt;liandgt; And many moreandhellip;andlt;/liandgt;andlt;/ulandgt;
Review
"Creating origami art takes more than perfecting folding techniques; it also takes an understanding of the quality of paper and a vision of what can be done. This is an excellent book for advanced high school students, as well as students working at the college or university level." and#8212;andlt;bandgt;andlt;iandgt;Art and Activitiesandlt;/iandgt;andlt;/bandgt;
Review
"Creating origami art takes more than perfecting folding techniques; it also takes an understanding of the quality of paper and a vision of what can be done. This is an excellent book for advanced high school students, as well as students working at the college or university level."—Art and Activities
Synopsis
andlt;iandgt;Advanced Origamiandlt;/iandgt; is the paper craft book by world renowned origami artist Michael G. LaFosse that provides unparalleled instruction in how to create master-class level 3D origami paper folding projects. The origami designs are challengingand#8212;they require considerable folding experienceand#8212;but the results are more art than craft. Paper folders will create projects that you can display or give as gifts.andlt;BRandgt;andlt;BRandgt;Sophisticated origami or paper crafts fans will appreciate the 15 projects of unique origami designs along with complete how-to instructions and easy-to-follow color photos and diagrams. Projects include the North American Cardinal, Koi, Origamido Butterfly and andlt;bandgt;much more.andlt;/bandgt; andlt;iandgt;Advanced Origamiandlt;/iandgt; also features information on paper selection and preparation, advance techniques such as "wet folding," and making your own paper.
Synopsis
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: - 136 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...
Synopsis
- Advanced techniques for experienced folders Instructions for 16 original and challenging projects Recipes for making your own origami paper
Synopsis
Advanced Origami provides unparalleled instruction in how to create master-class level paper folding projects. The origami designs are challenging-they require considerable folding experience-but the results are more art than craft-you'll create projects that you can display or give as gifts.
Sophisticated origami or paper crafts fans will appreciate the ten unique origami designs included in the book--with complete how-to instructions and photographs.
The book also features information on paper selection and preparation, advance techniques such as "wet folding," and making your own paper.
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.