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    Origami

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    here is much speculation about the origin of Origami. While Japan seems to have had the most extensive tradition‚ there is evidence of an independent tradition of paperfolding in China‚ as well as in Germany‚ Italy and Spain among other places. However‚ because of the problems associated with preserving origami‚ there is very little direct evidence of its age or origins‚ aside from references in published material. In China‚ traditional funerals include burning folded paper‚ most often representations

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    Abstract Through the study of origami‚ an interdisciplinary approach investigates the mathematical‚ architectural‚ and structural aspects of folded structures‚ which help to understand how paper folding can be used as a medium to solve structural and aesthetic problems. In this context‚ origami presents an interface to gain cognitive experience on spatial configurations and form finding and acts as an effective tool for further morphological explorations in the architectural design process. Based

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    Design Origami Sculpture Origami is the Japanese name for the art of paper folding which comes from the Japanese verb ori‚ which means to fold‚ and the noun kami‚ which means paper. Origami is about bringing out‚ through folding‚ the nature of paper which the pieces of paper concealed before folded. A finished origami figure is called a model‚ the method for folding a model is called a design‚ and drawn instructions for a model is called a set of diagrams. The only requirement for origami is a piece

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    Origami and Its Evolution

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    1. Origami and its evolution Origami is derived from Japanese word ‘oru’ (to fold)and ‘kami’ (paper). 1.1 History Paper was first invented in China and was brought to Japan in the sixth century . Paper was a luxury‚ available to very few. Paper folding was hence strictly limited for ceremonial purposes‚ which were mostly religious in nature. By the Edo period (1603-1868)‚ paper folding in Japan had become recreational as well as ceremonial‚ often featuring multiple cuts and folds. It came

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    Origami crane

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    How to make an Origami Crane I am going to demonstrate how to make an origami crane‚ which I thought it was interesting because of the Japanese legend of the thousand cranes or the well-known story ‘Sadako and the Thousand Paper Cranes’. I´m sure all the Michael Scofield lovers will find this entertaining too . An ancient Japanese legend promises that anyone who folds a thousand origami cranes will be granted a wish by a crane. Some stories believe you are granted eternal good luck‚ instead of

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    Basic Origami Folds

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    Origami ‚from ori meaning "folding"‚ and kami meaning "paper"; is the traditional Japanese art of paper folding‚ which started in the 17th century AD at the latest and was popularized outside Japan in the mid-1900s. It has since then evolved into a modern art form. The goal of this art is to transform a flat sheet of material into a finished sculpture through folding and sculpting techniques‚ and as such the use of cuts or glue are not considered to be origami. The number of basic origami folds

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    Shakaro Richardson English 120 Professor Coombes How to perform the ancient art of origami Origami is the ancient art of paper-folding that is believed to originate from Japan. It has made its way across to the western territories‚ and has commercial uses. What makes origami so special though? Does it even help with anything? Performing origami improves hand-eye-coordination‚ creates toys for kids‚ and provides cultural awareness. That a triple threat and it can do so much more than that

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    What Does Origami Means

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    Origami‚ art of folding paper to create three-dimensional figures of animals‚ people‚ objects‚ and abstract shapes. Origami is a Japanese word that combines the verb oru (to fold) and the noun kami (paper). The only material required for origami is a piece of paper. Almost any paper may be used‚ but folding is easiest if the paper is thin‚ strong‚ and able to hold a crease. Standard origami paper is usually cut into 15-cm (6-in) squares; it is generally plain white on one side‚ with a color or decorative

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    History of Origami Origami is the Japanese art of paper folding. "Ori" is the Japanese word for folding and "kami" is the Japanese word for paper. That is how origami got its name. However‚ origami did not start in Japan. It began in China in the first or second century and then spread to Japan sometime during the sixth century. At first‚ there was very little paper available so only the rich could afford to do paper folding. The Japanese found useful purposes for their origami. For example‚ the

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    Demonstration Speech: Origami Fortune Teller Game Specific Purpose: I will give a speech on how to make an Origami Fortune Teller Game. Introduction: I. How many of you remember playing the Fortune Teller game when you were younger? II. My friends and I used to play with these all the time when I was growing up and I also showed my kids how to make them. III. Some of you may know it as a “Cootie Catcher”. But really it is a form of Origami. Transitional Sentence: Origami is an ancient art form

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