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Origami comes from the Japanese words ori meaning "folding", and kami meaning "paper. It is the art of paper folding.
which is often associated with Japanese culture. In modern usage, the word "origami" is used as an inclusive term for all
folding practices, regardless of their culture of origin. The goal is to transform a flat square sheet of paper into a finishd 
sculpture through folding and sculpting techniques. Modern origami practitioners generally discourage the use of cuts,
glue, or markings on the paper. Origami folders often use the Japanese word kirigami to refer designs which use cuts.




 


  
Featured Lesson

  
Example Image

Spear-tailed Dragon

 
 This lesson is taught by no other than the head of the Murakami House of 
  Origami. It contains 5 mini videos on how to complete each step of the 
  process. The Murakami House has been using ancient techniques that have
  been handed down within the family since the Endo period.


 
 Lessons: 



    
   
  1.  Making the head and neck 
    2. 
   
  2.  Forming the body 
    3. 
   
  3.  Making the wings (Part 1) 
    4. 
   
  4.  Making the wiings (Part 2) 
    5. 
   
  5.  Shaping the tail 
    6. 



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The small number of basic origami folds can be combined in a variety of ways to make intricate designs. The best-
  known origami model is the Japanese paper crane. In general these designs begin with a square sheet of paper whose
  sides may be different colors, prints, or patterns. Traditional Japanese origami, which has been practiced since the
  Edo period (1603-1867), has often been less strict about these conventions, sometimes cutting the paper or using
  nonsquare shapes to start with. The principles of origami are also used in stents, packaging, and other engineering
  applications.





  
MASTERCLASS LESSONS

  
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    Wiley Fox
    
Wiley Fox

	
In Japan, foxes symbolize intelligence associated with the Shinto spirit Inari. 
This particular origami is challenging to make but produces one of the finest example of the Kitsami Origami style.

    
9/10

	
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    Regal Bloodhound
   
Regal Bloodhound

	
Bloodhounds have been part of humankind especially in hunting.
In this lesson, we will learn to use two monochromatic paper colors to produce an simple but effective Tsumisiru effect.

    
5/10

	
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    Wise Owl
   
Wise Owl

	
Owls have always been part of lore and it isn't suprising that we also find It
very much in origami. This lesson is famous for combining two different pieces into one without
glue or adhesive

    
7/10

	
SKILL LEVEL

  

  
 

    Resting Lion
   
Resting Lion

	
The king of the animal world finds its place among important origami creations.
This particular example uses curied tips popularized by the famous origami artist, Shintzu Ohamari.

    
8/10

	
SKILL LEVEL