The Awesome Art of Origami with 33 Inspiring Examples

The Awesome Art of Origami with 33 Inspiring Examples

Most of us have heard of origami. This traditional Japanese folk art means to fold paper (ori=folding, kami= paper). Origami has existed for several hundred years and is today considered a modern artform. This art has been most known for a number of traditional figures, especially cranes. But there's so much more to it than just traditional motives.


The Awesome Art of Origami with 33 Inspiring Examples


The Awesome Art of Origami


The number of shapes that can be folded and sculpted are numerous and only limited by imagination. We've decided to show you some of all the really great examples of Origrami and hope these can be a source of creative inspiration.


Bull

Bull


Horse

Horse


Donkey

Donkey


Moose

Moose


Rhinoceros

Rhinoceros


Elephant

Elephant


Fox

Fox


Bears

Bears


Tailless dog

Tailless Dog


Macaque

Macaque


Piggy

Piggy


Dragonfly

Dragonfly


Rooster

Rooster


Little bird

Little Bird


Sparrow

Sparrow


Crow

Crow


Turkey

Turkey


One Dollar Penguin

One Dollar Penguin


Squirrel

Squirrel


Rabbit

Rabbit


Mouse

Mouse


Rat

Rat


Euro Crab

Eurocrab


Scorpion

Scorpion


Samurai Helmet Beetle

Samurai Helmet Beetle


One Dollar KOI

One Dollar KOI


Dragon

Dragon


Ancient Dragon

Ancient Dragon


Unicorn

Unicorn


Two Dollar Jacket

Two Dollar Jacket


One Dollar Camera

One Dollar Camera


Euro Eiffel Tower

Euro Eiffel Tower


Star Trek Enterprise

Star Trek Enterprise


Those were our picks to show you some of the many great origami pieces that are out there.


Let Us Know Your Thoughts!


We hope you found this collection inspiring. There are thousands of artists out there that have tried out this great art-form. Have you ever given it a try? As usual we'd love to hear your feedback!




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