Advanced Origami

by Boursin, Didier

• ISBN13: 9781552095270
• ISBN10: 1552095274
• Edition: Reprint
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2005-10-03
• Publisher: Firefly Books Ltd

Summary

Original designs by origami artists from Europe and Japan.Origami is an ancient art, yet modern paper folders continue to innovate and invent new and fascinating folds. The origami projects in this book are some of the best ever created and range from practical projects for everyday use to intricate art rooted in ceremony and tradition.Advanced Origami features 60 designs using exotic folds not typically seen in North American origami. Each project is fully illustrated with line drawings and the finished piece is showcased in color photography. An introductory section explains basic folding techniques and terminology followed by five sections: Boxes and containers Animals Cards, envelopes and wallets Magic folds Airplanes and helicopters.Advanced Origami is an exceptional collection to challenge paper folders at all levels. Boursin excels in designing new folds and in finding the best new origami from around the world -- practical, durable objects of beauty to hone the talents of fans of this ancient art.

Author Biography

Didier Boursin lives in Paris and has published several books on origami.

Table of Contents

Folds and Symbols	5	(7)
BOXES AND CONTAINERS
Triangular Box	12	(2)
Sachet	14	(2)
Star shaped Box	16	(2)
CD Box	18	(2)
Box on Feet	20	(2)
Mini-container or Coaster	22	(2)
Pencil Box	24	(2)
Wrapping	26	(2)
Wall Basket	28	(2)
Serving Dish	30	(2)
Cube Box	32	(2)
Pencil Holder	34	(2)
Rectangular Box	36	(4)
CARDS, ENVELOPES, WALLETS
Wallet	40	(2)
Envelope	42	(2)
Pouch	44	(2)
Card with Pocket	46	(2)
Messages in a Triangle	48	(2)
Letter Envelope	50	(2)
Christmas Card	52	(2)
Card Holder	54	(2)
New Year's Greetings	56	(2)
Invitations	58	(2)
Box Card	60	(2)
Pop-up Card	62	(2)
Bookmark	64	(4)
AIRPLANES AND HELICOPTERS
Dart	68	(2)
Schoolboy	70	(2)
Duck Plane	72	(2)
Glider	74	(2)
Overflight	76	(2)
Looping	78	(2)
Ready to Land	80	(2)
Globetrotter	82	(2)
Ready for Takeoff	84	(2)
Uranus Arc II	86	(2)
Air Show	88	(2)
No stopovers	90	(2)
Glider 2	92	(2)
Helicopter	94	(2)
Rotor	96	(4)
ANIMALS
Chatty Fox	100	(2)
Fish and Rabbit	102	(2)
Puppy	104	(2)
Talking Beaks	106	(2)
Frogs	108	(2)
Bird	110	(1)
Dog	110	(2)
Pecking Hen	112	(2)
Swimming Fish	114	(3)
Owl	117	(3)
Grasshopper	120	(3)
Penguin	123	(5)
THE MAGIC FOLDS
Magic Card	128	(2)
Finger Puppet	130	(1)
Chick Card	130	(2)
Pliers	132	(2)
Hinged Cubes	134	(2)
Tetrahedral Chain	136	(2)
Moving Lever	138	(1)
From Circle to Square	138	(2)
Herringbone	140	(2)
The Little Creature that Climbs	142	(2)
Appendix	144

Excerpts

IntroductionThe history of paper folding is probably as old as paper itself, and likely originated in China. Then, several centuries later in Japan, origami developed as a ceremonial art form within the Shinto tradition.Originally a form of artistic expression, origami soon became a practical art form. Boxes were created to hold small offering. Zigzag folds made from white paper held spices and medicines, and could be used to wrap small objects such as combs, fans, and hairpins.As paper became a more accessible commodity, origami became something of a hobby. In France under Henry IV, napkin folding was an important aspect of ceremonial dinners, and the art developed a following among the courts of Europe. We know that Leonardo da Vinci used folding to study geometry and aerodynamics.Today, children and adults the world over enjoy the ancient art of paper folding. Modern creators have passed on the tradition and enriched it with their own folds. Professionals such as architects and engineers use folding to help them develop new structures. Mathematicians use it to study geometry, teachers use it as an educational tool, and occupational therapists use it for the rehabilitation of hands and fingers.In this book I present my own and my friends' creations: boxes to use for various occasions; invitation cards to announce your parties, airplanes that perform with precision and speed; decorative animals; and numerous other folds that will turn to magic in your hands.