Origami goes global with 33 models by designers from more than 15 countries, including Australia, Hungary, Bolivia, China, India, and more. Figures range from simple to moderately difficult and include a frog, ocean liner, penguin, hot air balloon, dragon, and kangaroo. Notes on each model include comments on individual styles and methods of paperfolding.
This how-to-guide--complete with clearly illustrated folding diagrams and simple directions--makes it easy to add a personal touch to your holidays with handmade ornaments and other decorations. In no time at all you'll be trimming a Christmas tree with bright origami stars, candy canes, and other traditional ornaments, and decorating rooms with paper stockings, colorful Santas, and little gift boxes. Ideal for children but equally appropriate for beginning paperfolders of all ages, this excellent introduction to origami takes you step-by-step through twenty-eight festive projects.
Hokusai was one of the great masters of the Japanese woodblock print. His exquisite compositions and dynamic use of color set him apart from other printmakers, and his unequalled genius influenced both Japanese and a whole generation of Western artists. Now available for the first time in paperback, this book reproduces the artist's finest works in plates that convey the full variety of his invention, each of which is provided with an informative commentary. In his introduction, Hokusai expert Matthi Forrer traces the artist's career and defines his place in relation to his contemporaries and to the history of Japanese art. Examining all genres of the artist's prolific output -- including images of city life, maritime scenes, landscapes, views of Mount Fuji, bird and flower illustrations, literary scenes, waterfalls and bridges -- Hokusai, Prints and Drawings provides a detailed account of the artist's genius.
This book showcases the finest examples of origami art from around the world. Several diagrams are included that reveal the secrets behind some of the masters' most famous pieces.
Fold it. Design it. Play with it. This amazing origami city, with 75 fold-by-number origami models, is yours! Do you want an ice-cream shop right next to school? Or a limo waiting outside your driveway, ready to take you anywhere? Go for it! Created by certified origami genius, Taro Yaguchi––who has not only mastered the ancient Japanese art of paper folding, but now introduces his own innovation called Fold-by-Number––Origami City will have you building every part of a paper-folded city: an eleven-story apartment building, a town airport complete with a plane, cars, a train, an ice cream truck, trees, cats, dogs, a rabbit, and even little chipmunks that play in the park. And you’re in charge. It’s like being an architect, an engineer, a builder, an urban planner, and a mayor all in one. The kit includes 75 models to fold (with step-by-step instructions), 104 sheets of specially printed origami paper with numbers and lines for folding, and a full-color foldout play mat with roads and more.
This pack contains 48 high-quality origami sheets printed with 8 different authentic Japanese kimono patterns. Kimono fabrics and patterns are opulent, exquisite and unique. Origami Paper Kimono Patterns takes some of the lovely kimono fabric patterns and transforms them into origami folding paper. These paper packs make a great resource for all different kinds of folding, crafting and scrapbooking projects. This origami paper pack includes: 48 sheets of high-quality origami paper 8 vibrant kimono designs Double-sided color Large 8 1/4'' squares Origami basics and folding techniques Instructions for 6 easy origami projects
With this handy how-to book, you can combine all the fun of paperfolding with the satisfaction of creating your own Christmas decorations. Clear directions and detailed diagrams show how to make more than 40 projects -- from simple to complex. You'll learn how to fold such traditional tree ornaments as origami candles, stockings, bells, and stars; construct a train out of paper to put under the tree, along with some cleverly folded gift boxes. You'll also be able to make a Nativity scene with Mary, the Wise Men, and Baby Jesus and create a winter wonderland with a snowman, pine trees and a Santa, accompanied by reindeer and a sleigh. Perfect for home or classroom use and appropriate for paperfolders of all ages and ability, this easy-to-follow guide offers an entertaining way to welcome in the Christmas holidays.