{"product_id":"advanced-origami-an-artists-guide-to-folding-techniques-and-paper-origami-book-with-15-original-and-challenging-projects-instruction-9780804848077","title":"Advanced Origami: An Artist's Guide to Folding Techniques and Paper: Origami Book with 15 Original and Challenging Projects: Instruction","description":"\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eAdvanced Techniques for Experienced Folders--\u003c\/i\u003eTake your paper folding to an advanced level with this user-friendly origami book.\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eFrom shimmering hummingbirds to magnificent bats, from a stunning panther mask to graceful sea turtles, Michael G. LaFosse's intricate and beautiful origami projects are well known around the world. Focusing on models from nature, \u003ci\u003eAdvanced Origami\u003c\/i\u003e provides unmatched 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. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eSophisticated origami or paper crafts fans will appreciate the unique origami designs along with complete detailed instructions and easy-to-follow color photos and diagrams. \u003ci\u003eAdvanced Origami\u003c\/i\u003e also features information on paper selection and preparation, advanced techniques such as \"wet folding\" and papermaking. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cb\u003eThis origami book contains: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e 128 page, full-color book\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e 15 original and challenging projects\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Step-by-step instructions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Colorful diagrams and photographs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Advanced techniques and tips\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e DVD video lessons\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003eIn recent years origami has evolved beyond simple folding and creasing into a pure art form akin to sculpture. For those seeking to learn origami at such a level, \u003ci\u003eAdvanced Origami\u003c\/i\u003e provides all the essential information and techniques. Soon you will be able to design and fold impressive origami sculptures! \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cb\u003eOrigami projects include: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e North American Cardinal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Koi Fish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Origamido Butterfly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePond Frog\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e And much more...\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cb\u003eAbout this new edition: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis updated edition contains a new introduction and DVD video lessons for 15 original projects. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ci\u003eAll media content is alternatively accessible on the Tuttle Publishing website.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eMichael G. LaFosse\u003c\/b\u003e 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. Origamido also produces folded art and commercial designs for a variety of international clients. LaFosse co-curated \u003ci\u003eOrigami Now!\u003c\/i\u003e, a wildly popular, year-long exhibition at the Peabody Essex Museum in Salem, Massachusetts. Vanessa Gould prominently featured LaFosse in the Peabody Award-winning film, \u003ci\u003eBetween the Folds\u003c\/i\u003e. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cb\u003eRichard L. Alexander\u003c\/b\u003e co-founded the Origamido Studio with Michael G. LaFosse in 1996. He has been the chief papermaker, holding workshops since 2003, and is a frequent collaborator with other famous paper artists. He holds a degree from Cornell University in biology (systems ecology), where he also studied landscape architecture and design. He has consulted with apparel, container, toy and consumer product designers to incorporate folding theory into familiar daily use objects. Together, Alexander and LaFosse have created dozens of origami exhibitions, and over 75 books, kits and videos about paper and paper arts.\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Tuttle Publishing","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50720811385106,"sku":"9780804848077","price":15.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0831\/4771\/8930\/files\/img_fd111926-e158-4d7b-a339-9c75eb34548d.jpg?v=1734676927","url":"https:\/\/surprise-castle.myshopify.com\/products\/advanced-origami-an-artists-guide-to-folding-techniques-and-paper-origami-book-with-15-original-and-challenging-projects-instruction-9780804848077","provider":"Surprise Castle","version":"1.0","type":"link"}