A complete and fully illustrated guide to the folded-paper arts.

Learn all the basic folds and bases, from beginner to expert level. Then put your art into practice by choosing from over 30 model projects, all shown in refreshingly simple step-by-step diagrams.
Master the traditional forms, such as the ‘Printer’s Hat’ and ‘Masu box’, before moving on to contemporary creations including the ‘Square Bear’ and the ‘Elias Figure Base’.
Take an inspiring, whirlwind tour of the finest origami models made in the world today. This demonstration of the infinite possibilities of paper folding is sure to delight and intrigue you.

A valuable, fully illustrated guide to the folded-paper arts, The Encyclopedia of Origami Techniques provides the reader with easy-to-follow instructions for creating their own paper sculptures. Suitable for beginners as well as experienced artists, all the basic folds and bases are included as well as over 30 projects, all explained through simple step-by-step diagrams. By the end of this book the reader will learn to master traditional forms, like the Printer's Hat and Masu Box, as well as modern masterpieces such as the Square Bear and Elias Figure Base.