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Several variations on a hexagon-based, iso-area, geometric collapse method are shown. Some of these were taught at the 2013 OrigamiUSA Annual Convention in New York City.
Imagine a creator who dedicates his time and talent to only one subject, for example only roses. What could make an artist narrow the scope of his work so much? Naomiki Sato reveals some secrets to help you know him better and perhaps understand how his origami mind works.
Román Díaz presents a thorough and engaging review of John Montroll's "Horses in Origami".
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A crease pattern for a box-pleated dragonfly.
With so many readers responding with surprising solutions, we had to collect and show them to you! Look inside only if you have tried to solve the Heart puzzle!
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A folding method for closed masu boxes from a single square, generalized to masu-like structures with regular polygonal bases.
Bible paper is thin, made to be handled excessively, and last for a long time. Read here whether it's also good for folding.
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An article describing the use of swatches in Adobe Illustrator for the graceful degradation of color documents to monochrome.
An interview with paper artist Hilli Zenz, who also paints paper to produce unique origami models
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Diagrams for a 30 piece modular design by Natalia Romanenko of Moldova.
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Diagrams for an elegant shrimp by Joseph Fleming, a detailed model folded simply from an isosceles right triangle.
An unusual origami puzzle that is based on Kami, using the white side to challenge you - can you a make a white square from these four units?
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This article aimed at novice folders examines the design and folding process for geometric bowl and vase models characterized by a series of curved pleats.
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Diagrams for an amazingly simple 3D heart by Ekaterina Lukasheva of Russia.
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Diagrams are presented for a model of George Washington in a 'Star of David' hexagonal frame folded from four one-dollar bills.
The art work of Víctor Coeurjoly reminds me of that of Salvador Dali, no less. To get to know him better, read his answers in this short and sharp interview. You could also try your hands with one of his models!
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This month's crease pattern folds a symmetric subject on an inherently unsymmetric base.
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Diagrams for a low intermediate kitten by Jason Ku.
I have always truly and deeply loved Michael LaFosse's butterflies. This new publication presents them beautifully, in my opinion a must-buy!
The third installment of the 2013 convention newsletter!