Contributions

  • Lang, Robert J. 1961- - Contributor

Publication

1991 - Dover, New York, New York (State)

Language

English

Word Count

48,000 words, Guess

Page Count

192 pages

Identifiers

and 4 more
  • LibraryThing169476
  • Library of Congress Control Number91002997
  • Better World Books9780486267654
  • Open LibraryOL2027005M

Classifications

  • DDC736/.982
  • LCCTT870 .M572 1991
  • LCCTT870.M572 1991

Description

Illustrated instruction book features 38 unusual subjects, from simple to complex, each graded for difficulty. Sailfish, tadpole, killer whale, bay barnacle, dolphin, horseshoe crab, barracuda, blue crab, American lobster and many more. Step-by-step instructions, notes on animals, technique of wet folding, much more. Over 2400 black-and-white illustrations.

First Sentence

The sea is nearly a world unto itself; it is vast, ecologically rich, complex, and yet, we are acquainted with only the tiniest fraction of its varied life.

Description

In *Origami Sea Life*, John Montroll and Robert J. Lang have collaborated to produce a truly elegant work. The pages of this book contain some of the most creative origami published to date. Each project is accompanied by a biological sketch of the animal to enhance the visual description. There are 38 models in all ranging from the lowly barnacle to the mighty whale. in between are to be found a cuttlefish, angelfish, lionfish, and fiddler crab, to name but a few of the unusual origami projects presented. Each project is illustrated with step-by-step instructions, utilizing the unique folds which make each of these animals so lifelike. Beginner and expert alike will find hours of creative fun in these pages. *Origami Sea Life* also includes a summary of the history of origami sea life. Information on types of paper and the technique of wet folding make this book indispensible for all those with an interest in papercraft.

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  • Origami Sea LifeDover1991-01-01

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