Nick Robinson’s Beginning Origami Kit: An Origami Master Shows You How to Fold 20 Captivating Models

278 Pages·2016·18.41 MB·English

by  Nick Robinson

Contents
Introduction
How to Fold & Choosing Paper
My Folding Philosophy
Origami Techniques
Leaf

Snails in Love

Star Form

Freiburg Dish

Arrowhead Tessellation

Baby Rabbit
Heart Card

Business Card Holder

Pecking Bird

Angel

Cat Brooch

Woodpecker

German House

Elephant

Flexi-Fish Form
Styracosaurus

Frog

Time for Lunch

Buddha’s Head

Arlington Box

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Introduction
Like any art form, origami encompasses a wide range of different styles;
from simple to complex, from realistic to caricature, from geometric to
organic. Throughout the thirty years I have been folding paper, my
creations have moved further and further toward the simple end of the
spectrum. Every fold must earn its place and the end result should be
elegant, thoughtful and clean. Origami, in my view, is about reducing a
subject to basic elements; to capture the essence with as few folds as
are necessary. Technique should never get in the way of artistry!
This book presents a selection of my designs representing my vision of
origami. I appreciate many different styles of folding, but I believe you
should always follow your instincts when creating. Don’t produce work
with the aim of impressing other people. Inevitably, you will discover
many models that do not meet your own standards. These should be set
aside; maybe you can further refine them later. It is only by being
ruthlessly self-critical that you can improve the quality of your output.
As I grow older, I spend more time thinking and talking about origami
as well as folding it. One topic that frequently returns is that of origami as
a process as well as an end result—is origami a journey, or a
destination? For the folder, the process of folding is a direct relationship
with the paper. Once complete, there is little you can do with a model,
apart from display it or give it away. In some ways, it can be seen as a
by-product of the folding. For this reason, I spend a great deal of time
looking at the folding process. I assess the various ways of achieving
each step, choosing the one I feel makes the folding more intriguing,
more elegant, more fluid. It isn’t possible with every step, but it’s a
guiding tenet.
I also believe that a creator’s work should reflect aspects of their
personality and life. There is no reason why a model cannot make a
statement, or contain humor, or reflect other passions you may have in
life. My aim is to create designs that communicate with people, to make
them smile, remember an experience or simply to enjoy a moment of
shared humanity.
How to Fold
Folding paper neatly and accurately isn’t always easy for newcomers
to origami. However, there’s no good reason why you can’t improve, no
matter how little confidence you have. Here are a few simple tips:
Fold slowly; it’s not a race. You will get much better results.
Fold the paper away from you rather than toward you
(where you hands can get in the way).
Set aside plenty of time to fold; it’s not good for your
concentration if you have distractions.
Fold at a well-lit table, with enough space for your elbows.
Make all creases sharp to begin with, making sure the
paper is perfectly positioned before flattening.
Make each model at least three times using cheaper paper
before using your best paper.
Cut the paper very accurately if you make your own
squares from a larger sheet. A rotary trimmer is a good
investment.
Fold in a small group. It’s fun and will also teach you a lot in
a short time.
Teach the model to other people. It will really help your
understanding of the folding sequence.
Choosing Paper
Origami usually requires paper that is perfectly square. When you have
used all the sheets in this kit you’ll need to source your own paper. There
are lots of options for “proper” origami paper (which can be bought
cheaply on the Internet), but you can also choose from many other types