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Origami comes from the Japanese words ori meaning "Folding" and kami meaning "paper". It is the art of paper folding, which is often associated with Japanese culture. In modern usage, the word "origami" is used as an inclusive term for all folding practices, regardless of their culture of origin. The goal is to transform a flat square sheet of paper into a finished sculpture through folding and sculpting techniques. Modern origami practicioners generally discourage the use of cuts, glue, or markings on the paper. Origami folders often use the Japanese word kirigami to refer to designs which use cuts.

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Spear-tailed Dragon

This lesson is taught by no other than the head of the Murakami House of Origami. It contains 5 mini videos on how to complete each step of the process. The Murakami House has been using ancient techniques that have been handed down within the family since the Edo period.

Lessons:
  1. Making the Head and Neck
  2. Foaming the Body
  3. Making the wings (Part 1)
  4. Making the wings (Part 2)
  5. Shaping the Tail

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The small number of basic origami folds can be combined in a variety of ways to make intricate designs. The best known origami model is the Japanee paper crane. In general these designs begin with a square sheet of paper whose sides may be of different colors, prints, or patterns. Traditional Japanese origami, which has been practiced since the Edo period (1603 - 1867), has often been less strict about these conventions, sometimes cutting the paper or using nonsquare shapes to start with. The principles of origami are also used in stents, packaging, and other engineering applications.

MASTERCLASS LESSONS

Wiley Fox

In Japan, foxes symbolize intelligence associated with the Shinto spirit Inari. This particular origami is challenging to make, but produces one of the finest example of the Kitsami Origami Style.

9/10 Skill Level


Regal Bloodhound

Bloodhounds have been part of humankind especially in hunting. In this lesson, we will learn to use two monochrmonatic paper colors to produce a simple but effective Tsumisiru Effect.

5/10 Skill Level

Wise Owl

Owls have always been part of lore and it isn't suprising that we also find it very much in origami. This lesson is famous for combining two different pieces into one without glue or adhesive.

7/10 skill level

Resting Lion

The king of the animal world find its place among important origami creations. This particular example uses curled tips popularized by the famous origami artist, Shintzu Omahari.

8/10 Skill Level