The Art of Origami
Subtitle: An Illustrated Guide to Japanese Paperfolding, with Over 30 Classic Designs
By: Rick Beech
Publisher: Lorenz Books
Published: 2013
Place of publication: Wigston, Leicestershire
Language: eng
Number of pages: 96
ISBN-13: 9780754827436
Subjects: Origami
Description: Fully illustrated with more than 350 colour photographs this book offers a collection of origami techniques. Over 20 projects, which range from the decorative to the practical, from simple stylized animal models and more complex examples, are demonstrated. Models to make include; a Samurai helmet, a swan, and a tulip and vase. This resourceful book features a comprehensive opening section that should teach everything you need to know about the various techniques, what materials to use and an array of useful tips.
Notes: Originally published: London: Southwater, 2003. Originally published as part of a larger volume, Origami.

Includes index.
Table of contents: title: Gallery of origami masterpieces; title: Paper, techniques and base folds. (Paper; Equipment and preparation; Techniques and tips; Base folds); title: Projects. (Crane; Cup; Lily; Samurai helmet; Kimono; Crown; Shell; Peace dove; Sampan; Masu box; Nun; Butterfly; Swan; Scottie dog; Buttonhole flower; Rooster; Human figure; Goldfish; Rabbit; Tulip and vase; Elephant; Peacock)