Product Description

Origami is an ancient Japanese craft that has grown into a a 21st century art form. In this book, traditional classics, such as the famous Japanese crane sit side-by-side with modern pieces designed by one of the world's most respected origamists. Modular pieces and cute creatures alike are included in this all-encompassing collection of paperfolds. Over 80 projects are photographed and clearly described at every stage to ensure they are as straightforward as possible. Whether you want to make a paper dove or masu box, origami animals or action toys, this handbook has something to offer.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #26813 in Books
• Published on: 2003-07-25
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Binding: Paperback
• 264 pages

About the Author
Rick Beech has turned a childhood hobby into a career and since 1990 has been working as an origami expert. In that time Rick has taught hundreds of workshops and has worked in film and television. Through his company, Paper Magic, he provides origami entertainment to a huge client base by performing at dinner parties, award evenings and other corporate functions. His contributions toward a Yellow Pages commercial in 1997 ensured that the animation company involved won a Golden Rose of Montreux award.

Customer Reviews

excellent first book
This was recommended from an origami enthusiast (who has many origami books)I found on the web. His recommendation was spot-on as an excellent book to start origami which is above child level but not to advanced standard. It is very well presented with good quality colour photographs and has a variety of subjects. I particularly like the little lidded boxes you can fold; very simple and effective. The explanations are provided through photographs not drawings, so following them is fairly easy once you've orientated your paper to look like the photograph. A great starter book.

One of the best books on this topic
This is probably one of the best introductory books on origami. It is printed on good quality paper and has beautiful photography. It explained the various techniques very clearly and guides you step by step in your discovery of this amazing art form. Buy and give it a try!

Cracking - Perfect first book
Everything is easy to understand and in colour. Over 80 Projects, it's the best Origami all rounder I've found. Cheep Too.