Origami Design Secrets by Robert J. Lang (English)

Understanding Origami Design According to Robert J. Lang

A true magnum opus by Robert J. Lang, one of the world’s greatest origami artist-researchers, this work reveals the underlying concepts of origami and the methods used to design your own models.

This reference book is intended for advanced origamists who want to understand and create their own models, with an in-depth exploration of the mathematical and artistic methods behind modern origami, in English.

An Expanded Second Edition to Move from Idea to Folded Model

In this expanded second edition, Lang combines a rigorous mathematical approach with a proven artistic sense to explain how to move from the idea to the sheet, then from the sheet to the final folded model.

• Mathematical principles covered: folding theorem, grid bases, etc.
• Advanced techniques presented: box-pleating, tessellations, angle calculation.
• Objective: to create complex origami models never seen before.

Unpublished Diagrams and Original Models Detailed by Lang

The book also contains several unpublished diagrams and numerous examples of original models designed by Lang, which he details to illustrate each concept.

• Category: Origami book.
• Edition: English edition.
• Content: concepts, design methods, unpublished diagrams and examples of original models.
• Approach: mathematical, artistic and theoretical.

A Substantial Work for Experienced Folders Passionate About Theory

Please note: this substantial work, more than 700 pages, is in English and is intended for experienced folders passionate about theory.

But for those who want to go beyond diagrams and understand what goes on behind the scenes, it is an essential bible that will open the doors to high-level origami design.