Creative origami and beyond : inspiring tips, techniques, and projects for transforming paper into folded works of art / Jenny Chan, Paul Frasco, Coco Sato, and Stacie Tamaki.
Material type:
TextPublisher: Lake Forest, CA : Walter Foster, [2016]Copyright date: ©2016Description: 144 pages : color illustrations ; 30 cmContent type: - text
- still image
- unmediated
- volume
- 9781633221642
- 1633221644
| Item type | Home library | Collection | Call number | Materials specified | Status | Date due | Barcode | Item holds | |
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Adult Book
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Main Library | NonFiction | 736.982 C454 | Available | 33111008759306 |
Enhanced descriptions from Syndetics:
Packed with prompts, tips, exercises, and engaging step-by-step projects, Creative Origami and Beyond takes readers through a dynamic exploration of the traditional art form.
A centuries-old art form, origami has taken on new depth in today's art world, influencing trends in fashion, interior design, exhibition art, and more. Creative Origami and Beyond takes this traditional art form to new levels, guiding readers through a dynamic exploration of numerous ways to fold paper. This inspiring, interactive project book demonstrates both traditional and contemporary origami methods - from working with unique materials and creating custom origami papers to crafting amazing works of art. A general introduction to origami and an overview of basic folding techniques sets the foundation for the book, which is divided into six engaging sections, including modular origami, giant origami, tiny origami, wet origami, and more. Each chapter, taught by an expert origami artist, features clever exercises and prompts to inspire and spark creativity, while step-by-step origami projects for creating wall art, jewelry, decorative objects, and more, help turn origami novices to pros. Includes eight pages of patterned origami paper to help get you started.
Subtitle from cover.
Basic tools & materials -- Basic origami folds -- Basic origami bases -- Creative origami with Jenni Chan -- Playful, modern origami with Coco Sato -- Miniature origami with Stacie Tamaki -- Wet-fold origami with Paul Frasco.
"Learn how to create dynamic origami models with Creative Origami and Beyond, an engaging exploration of the craft packed with basic folding techniques, tips, and easy-to-follow step-by-step projects. From traditional origami and miniature origami to wet-fold origami and more, you'll discover a variety of unique origami models and ideas that take this traditional art form to new heights. Among other things, you'll learn how to fold a modular origami bracelet, practice mindful origami, and even combine the power of simple electronics with the elegance of folded paper. Full inspiration, expert instruction, and beautiful origami artwork to admire, Creative Origami and Beyond will guide you on an inspirational origami journey to unleash your inner folding artist."--Back cover.