Origami In Action: Paper Toys That Fly, Flag, Gobble and Inflate!

by Robert J. Lang

Overview

Robert J. Lang shares his gift for creativity with Origami in Action, featuring thirty-nine action paper folded models that are as animated as they are exquisite. Birds flap their wings, guitarists strum, and Tyrannosaurus Rexes roar.

Step-by-step diagrams, instructions, and photographs of the finished projects will show you how to make origami that are both decorative and interactive.

Projects include:
—Flapping Butterfly
—Blow-up Bunny
—Barking Wolf
—Talking Dragon
—Wagging-Tail Doggie
—Boardsailor
—Swimming Manatee
—Indian Paddling a Canoe

From simple creations to advanced works of art, Origami in Action will show you how to create unique and original origami toys and decorations.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780312156183
Publisher:	St. Martin's Publishing Group
Publication date:	05/15/1997
Edition description:	REV
Pages:	160
Sales rank:	690,351
Product dimensions:	8.43(w) x 10.85(h) x 0.43(d)

About the Author

Robert J. Lang is one of the most respected origami designers in the world. He is the author of The Complete Book of Origami and Origami Zoo (written with Steven Weiss). He lives in Altadena, California.

Editorial Reviews

Robert Lang's remarkable origami creations are joined here by the delightful novelties of other contemporary designers, while traditional favorites find themselves varied and developed in unexpected ways. Origami in Action holds much folding pleasure for beginner and expert alike.” —Sam Randlett

From the Publisher