Origami from Angelfish to Zen | Peter Engel
The first serious study of origami
An outstanding exploration of origami by acclaimed American paper artist Peter Engel, combining an engaging account of the art of paperfolding with a collection of imaginative and technically challenging models.
Far more than a conventional origami instruction book, Engel examines the relationship between origami, mathematics, geometry, art, architecture and nature. He explores the history and philosophy of paperfolding, including an interview with legendary Japanese origami master Akira Yoshizawa, and offers fascinating insights into the creative process behind designing original models.
The practical section features 24 original designs, ranging from fish and birds to mammals and insects. Projects include an angelfish, hummingbird, penguin, giraffe, kangaroo, centipede, alligator, elephant and butterfly, as well as the remarkable knight on horseback.
With clear step-by-step diagrams and photographs of the finished models, the book offers plenty of inspiration and challenge for experienced folders and anyone interested in the artistic and mathematical possibilities of origami.
An important and thought-provoking work that goes well beyond simply following folding instructions, revealing the extraordinary creative potential of a single sheet of paper.
Author: Peter Engel
Publisher: Dover Publications
Publication: 1994
ISBN: 9780486281384
Format: Paperback
Length: 256 pages
Preloved in excellent condition. Slight wear to edges of the cover, otherwise perfect.