So what is modular origami then?
Well, let's start with the basics first :
Origami
Origami is the japanese art form where you take a sheet of paper and fold/crease it to produce amazing models and shapes. The 'purist' version of origami uses only a single sheet, with no cutting and no glue allowed!
Modular Origami
Modular origami takes that idea in a different direction - you fold several different pieces and fit them together to create a more complex model - a basic example is a box with lid.
Geometric Models
Where it gets really interesting is with geometric models - these are often quite simple, but when combined in large numbers, it's possible to produce amazingly detailed models - one of my favourites is the 30-model dodecahedron (10 faces, each with 5 sides).
This lens is a brief introduction to some great ideas for getting started with modular origami, or for improving your existing origami skills.
Pictures of my modular origami
A few photos of the work I've done recently.
Linked origami cubes
Linked origami cubes
Turtle modules
Turtle modules
Pyramid-faced cube
Pyramid-faced cube
Intersecting cubes
Intersecting cubes
Intersecting cubes
Pine cone
Pine cone
Origami Dodecahedron...
Origami Dodecahedron
Origami Pteranodon
Kawasaki rose
Kawasaki rose
Chambered Nautilus S...
Chambered Nautilus S...
Nut and Bolt
Nut and Bolt
Get some origami paper
A lot of craft shops overcharge for origami paper - you can pick up bargains on ebay, along with a wide range of really nice paper.
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Videos of modular origami
Papercrafty
Step into a world of paper
Papercrafty is my blog, although it covers loads of different paper crafts, modular origami is my favourite!
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Hi there!
I've been practicing origami for about 6 years now, and I still have lots more to learn. I hope you are inspired to leearn too!
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