{"title":"Duncan Birmingham","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to the captivating world of Duncan Birmingham—a name synonymous with ingenuity in the realm of pop-up books and paper mechanics. If you're fascinated by the art of turning flat pages into intricate, three-dimensional creations, then this collection is for you. As an author who skillfully combines the realms of \u003cem\u003eArts \u0026amp; Culture\u003c\/em\u003e, Birmingham offers readers not only a deep dive into the aesthetic aspects of paper art but also educational insights into the mechanics that make these designs leap off the page.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDiscover the intricacies of Birmingham's expertise with titles such as \u003cstrong\u003ePop-Up Design and Paper Mechanics\u003c\/strong\u003e. This book offers a detailed guide for aspiring artists and curious minds who wish to explore the foundations of paper engineering. With clear instructions and an appreciation for both form and function, his work serves as both a manual and an inspiration to those captivated by the creative possibilities inherent in paper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBirmingham’s approach makes complex concepts accessible, providing enjoyable learning experiences for both novices and seasoned artists. His books are more than just instructional texts; they are an invitation to explore creativity and innovation through the transformative art of paper engineering.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"pop-up-design-and-paper-mechanics-by-duncan-birmingham-9781784945145","title":"Pop-Up Design and Paper Mechanics","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis comprehensive guide to pop-up design and paper mechanics is a delightful introduction to the intriguing aspects of a fascinating craft. This new and accessible approach to pop-up theory and practice distils the numerous mechanisms into a logical set of 18 underlying shapes and explains the techniques for building these shapes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe author demonstrates how sophisticated pop-up designs are constructed and shows how to form a three-dimensional reference book. It is invaluable for both professional and amateur designers and appeals to craft-hobby enthusiasts who make their own greeting cards. It is also a useful aid to teachers of art, design and technology, designers, illustrators, and sculptors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePop-Up Design and Paper Mechanics\u003c\/em\u003e offers clear step-by-step photos and diagrams to guide you through the construction process, enabling you to create impressive, complex pop-up paper sculptures with minimal techniques and tools.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Duncan Birmingham has taught paper mechanics at various universities and colleges in Bristol for 20 years. He is the author of several books on the subject. Duncan lives in Stroud, UK.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSelling Points:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eA great resource for professional and amateur designers\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eClear step-by-step photos and diagrams guide you through the construction process\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCreate impressive, complex pop-up paper sculptures with minimal techniques and tools\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46853917311212,"sku":"9781784945145","price":34.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/14066283482823.jpg?v=1759225700"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/duncan-birmingham.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}