Origami Birds

Description

From a proud peacock showing off its tail feathers to a graceful heron, Duy Nguyen, renowned for his modern take on the ancient art of origami, turns his attention to our feathered friends. Presents 19 varied bird species to be colourfully created in paper, along with the folds and symbols needed to create nests full of winged creatures. This book contains detailed diagrams, easy to follow and spaciously organized on the page, that explain every step. It features the delicate hummingbird, a flying duck, and even a tri-coloured heron.

First Sentence

Years ago, when I began to fold origami, I would look at the instructions for even the simplest folds again and again.

Description

From pelican to puffin, cardinal to cockatoo, a flock of exotic and colorful winged creatures is flying your way! The feathered species come to life through the magic of origami. you won't find any simple swans here; these intricate projects truly resemble an aviary of incredible birds. You'll create Duy Nguyen's unique designs by cutting, folding, pasting, and coloring paper. Once you've mastered the basic techniques, like the crimp, pleat, valley, and squash folds, you can craft an entire flock of striking and original feathered friends. Look up! It's a falcon —with a notched beak, sharp talons, and long wings— posed for the hunt and ready to swoop down on its prey. Elsewhere, there's a graceful tri-color heron, its elongated form the epitome of elegance. A proud peacock struts its stuff, showing off the vibrant plumage you've colored and decorated to suit your own style. But don't stop at just one of a species. Make a whole gaggle of geese; parakeets sharing a perch; or ducks in a row. Some of the projects are simple, some more advanced, but all are incredibly detailed and lifelike. You can almost hear the whirring tiny wings of a pair of dainty hummingbirds, sucking the nectar from origami flowers. Hanging from the ceiling, standing alone, or in flocks, your completed projects will make impressive party decorations, package embellishments, and gifts. Use a colorful toucan to add wit and charm to luau, or make a standing turkey as the perfect Thanksgiving Day centerpiece. Let your imagination soar!

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