LaFosse & Alexander's Essential Book of Origami

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The Complete Guide for Everyone: Origami Book with 16 Lessons and Instructional DVD

By Michael G. LaFosse and Richard L. Alexander

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LaFosse & Alexander's Essential Book of Origami by Michael G. LaFosse and Richard L. Alexander offers a comprehensive guide to the art of paper folding, with a focus on both traditional and innovative designs. The book provides step-by-step instructions, accompanied by diagrams and photographs, making it accessible for both beginners and experienced origami enthusiasts. It's an inspiring resource for those looking to delve into the cultural and artistic aspects of origami.
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You might enjoy this book if you have a passion for paper folding and want to explore the art of origami. With detailed instructions and illustrations, it caters to both beginners and seasoned enthusiasts, providing a creative outlet through a diverse range of origami projects.

LaFosse & Alexander's Essential Book of Origami

World-renowned origami artists Michael G. LaFosse and Richard L. Alexander share their wisdom and expertise of the rich world of paper folding in LaFosse & Alexander's Essential Book of Origami. This comprehensive beginner's guide contains 16 step-by-step lessons, accompanied by a free DVD with four hours of detailed video instructions.

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World-renowned origami artists Michael G. LaFosse and Richard L. Alexander share their wisdom and expertise of the rich world of paper folding in LaFosse & Alexander's Essential Book of Origami. This comprehensive beginner's guide contains 16 step-by-step lessons, accompanied by a free DVD with four hours of detailed video instructions.

Most of the projects are original and never before seen in print. In addition to explaining how to select your folding papers, how to preserve and display your creations, and even how to sell origami art commercially, this book also presents the authors' own personal philosophy of the paper folding art.

This indispensable book provides an understanding of how to:

Understand the folding properties and limitations of various papers
"Dance with the Paper," which means folding in the air instead of on a table
Design your own original origami models
Wet-fold paper money
Make duo-sided paper by back-coating
Prepare papers with pearlescent and lustrous paints for scintillating effects
Pre-paint and wet-fold watercolour paper
Understand how the paper's grain impacts fold placement during wet-folding
Fold multi-piece modular compositions

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LaFosse & Alexander's Essential Book of Origami is praised for its in-depth exploration of origami as an art form, focusing on the craft's philosophical aspects and its potential for personal expression and communal connection. The book is recommended for those already familiar with origami, offering valuable insights into paper selection, folding techniques, and the display and preservation of creations. It presents a thorough instructional course ideal for anyone interested in delving into the Japanese tradition of paper folding.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9784805312681

Publisher: Tuttle Publishing

Format: Multiple-component retail product

Date Published: 18 October 2016

Country: United States

Imprint: Tuttle Publishing

Illustration: includes DVD with 4 hours of Video instructions; color photos and diagrams throughout

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 216.0mm

Height: 279.0mm

Weight: 482g

Pages: 96

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Arts & Culture Arts and Crafts Michael G. LaFosse Non-Fiction Richard L. Alexander

About the Author

Michael G. LaFosse 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 Origami Now!, 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, Between the Folds.

Richard L. Alexander 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.