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Get Creative with Paper: Origami for Beginners
Master the Japanese traditional art of paper folding, Origami. Stimulate your brain by creating intricate designs with a combination of simple folds.
‘ORI’ means to fold, and ‘KAMI’ means paper. Paper being an economical craft supply, many people are attracted to the idea of making figures from paper folds. Little is it known that Origami is much more than simple folds. It stimulates greater development of the mind and intellectual ability. It is scientifically proven to be one of the best ways to melt down the day’s stress and relax. It has helped patients regain control over their hand movements and rebuild muscles. Significant enhancement in eye hand co-ordination, sequencing skills, attention skills, patience, math reasoning and temporal spatial skills are some of the benefits of Origami.
‘ORI’ means to fold, and ‘KAMI’ means paper. Paper being an economical craft supply, many people are attracted to the idea of making figures from paper folds. Little is it known that Origami is much more than simple folds. It stimulates greater development of the mind and intellectual ability. It is scientifically proven to be one of the best ways to melt down the day’s stress and relax. It has helped patients regain control over their hand movements and rebuild muscles. Significant enhancement in eye hand co-ordination, sequencing skills, attention skills, patience, math reasoning and temporal spatial skills are some of the benefits of Origami.
This course offers an insight into what Origami is all about. Through simple Origami instructions with visuals, you will be able to create various models which might look difficult at first. You will first learn simple Origami models like basic folds and model bases. After the basics, you will learn to create advanced models like roses and spinning wheels which will be challenging, yet accomplishing and satisfying. If you are looking to explore your creative side or just bring back the kid in you, Origami as an art would be a great choice.
Course Objectives
- After completing this Origami tutorial, you will:
- Be able to create simple as well as intricate paper designs.
- Have a clear idea about types of Origami.
- After completing this Origami tutorial, you will:
- Be able to create simple as well as intricate paper designs.
- Have a clear idea about types of Origami.
Pre-requisites and Target Audience:
There are no pre-requisites to take up this course. Anyone with a keen interest and willingness to learn this creative art can enroll in this beginner level course.
Meet the Author
Gautham Venkatesh
Experienced Origami Artist and Instructor
Gautham Venkatesh is a dedicated Origami artist. He acquired a deep interest in this art at a very young age and worked his way up over the years. Today, he is an established Origami artist and conducts workshops inspiring many more people to learn this art and understand its benefits. He believes that his creative exploits have been enriching professionally as well as personally.