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Mind-Blowing Modular Origami

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

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Modular origami is the latest craze in paper folding!
These three-dimensional models are created from a number of 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 strong!
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 largest, 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 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!
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    • Library Journal

      December 1, 2016

      Mathematics and origami meet in modular origami specialist Loper's first book, which uses multiple pieces of paper to form intricate geometric models. Loper demonstrates two different types of modular origami models: decorative modulars (or kusudamas), which are simpler, and wire frame modulars, which use a series of units that are combined and woven together. Each section includes a detailed description of the form, including its history and mathematical underpinnings, followed by a series of models. In most cases, it's the assembly rather than the folding that's the difficult part, especially since the wire frame models often include 60 or more of the same folded piece. VERDICT Loper's models take patience, persistence, and skill, and are best suited to experienced origami artists who are looking for a unique and eye-catching challenge.

      Copyright 2016 Library Journal, LLC Used with permission.

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