Mind-Blowing Modular Origami: The Art of Polyhedral Paper Folding: Use Origami Math to fold Complex, Innovative Geometric Origami Models

Modular origami is the latest craze in paper folding!
These three-dimensional models are created from many small pieces of paper that are easily folded and then cleverly fit together to form a spectacular shape. They range from paper polyhedra to bristling buckyballs that are reminiscent of sea urchins—to ornate flower-like spheres.
Each piece of paper is held by the tension of the other papers—demonstrating the remarkable hidden properties of paper, which is at the same time flexible but also durable!
Author Byriah Loper has been creating modular origami sculptures for just five years, but in that time, he’s pushed the upper limits of the art form with some of the most significant, most complex geometric paper constructions ever assembled. While many geo-modular origami artists focus on creating dense floral spheres, Byriah has pioneered the open, linear “wire frame” approach, which results in a very complex-looking model that reveals the interior of its form. He regularly exhibits his sculptures annually at the Origami USA convention in New York and was recently a featured artist at the “Surface to Structure” exhibition at the Cooper Union gallery in the East Village.
A great way to learn origami, the easy-to-follow diagrams and step-by-step instructions in this book show you how to fold the paper components and then assemble them to create 22 incredible models. Each model is a new challenge, and the paper sculptures you create look fantastic on your desk or shelf!

From the Publisher

Create Modular Origami

Create spectacular and impressive 3D forms composed of many small, simple individual units! Several sheets of paper are folded and then held together in a three-dimensional form by the tension of the paper. These challenging and rewarding creations are sure to impress and astonish!

Tips and Techniques from a Pro

Author Byriah Loper has pushed the upper limits of the art form with some of the most significant, most complex geometric paper constructions ever assembled. Loper shares his tips and techniques to get you started on the path of a pro!

Detailed Folding Instructions

Detailed diagrams and step-by-step instructions in this book show you how to fold the paper components and then assemble them to create 22 incredible models.

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Step-by-Step Instructions for 22 Incredible Models!

Publisher ‏ : ‎ Tuttle Publishing
Publication date ‏ : ‎ November 1, 2016
Edition ‏ : ‎ Paperback with Flaps
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Print length ‏ : ‎ 96 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 4805313099
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-4805313091
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 2.31 pounds
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 8.5 x 0.4 x 11 inches
Part of series ‏ : ‎ Mind-Blowing Origami
Best Sellers Rank: #205,122 in Books (See Top 100 in Books) #99 in Origami (Books) #129 in Toy Making #195 in Math Games
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