Origami in Japanese culture. Origami in modern Japan Material for origami

Origami has always been an important part of Japanese cultural life. But even today this type of art is used in various spheres of life of modern Japanese.

First, paper folding is part of the elementary school curriculum in Japan. These classes develop coordination of fingers and hands, form research skills, communication skills, fantasy, imagination, creativity, spatial thinking, cultivate perseverance, stimulate memory development, introduce basic geometric concepts in practice, teach observation skills, and help increase the activity of the left and right hemispheres brain

Secondly, in no other country in the world is the offering ritual developed with such care as in Japan. Here it is considered impolite to give money or any other things without first wrapping them in paper or cloth. The custom of wrapping gifts is named origata and it originated as one of the elements of samurai etiquette about 600 years ago. According to this custom, it was necessary to fold Japanese paper in a certain way. washi, used as decoration at formal ceremonies or gift wrapping. Origata is politeness embodied in a beautiful form, which was born in the depths of Japanese culture and planted its seeds in the hearts of the Japanese.

“New origata styles are in keeping with the spirit of modern life, and we introduce them in classrooms, at exhibitions and in the pages of the books we publish,” says Yamaguchi Nobuhiro, designer and director of the Origata Design Institute, located in Tokyo's Aoyama district. In origata, in this visible form expressing the desire to be polite, the most important thing is a feeling of respect towards the one to whom you are presenting the gift.

Yamaguchi says Japanese washi paper used for these purposes must be durable, flexible and preferably handmade. “Then you can start folding from either end, and the result will certainly please you. If you want to wrap a gift beautifully, use high quality washi.”

The folding method will depend on what item you are wrapping, for what occasion and at what time of year you will be giving the gift. In any case, you need to wrap it so that when you look at the package it is immediately clear what is inside. With all the variety of possible gift packaging options, strict regulations developed over centuries must be observed. The color, quality and design of the paper, the choice of the appropriate colored ribbon and the shape of its knot are important. Thus, a red and white ribbon is used when presenting a gift on an auspicious occasion, a black and white ribbon is used to express sympathy and grief. For each occasion, a different version of paper is appropriate. “Gift wrapping in Japanese is called tsutsumi. This word comes from the verb tsutsushima, what does it mean to be prudent, respectful?

The meaning of gift wrapping has long been not only the function of giving the offering additional decorativeness, but also the expression of deep respect demonstrated by the ritual protection of the gift from the dirt and filth of the surrounding world. The packaging of the gift had not only material, but also spiritual, even sacred meaning, i.e. we can say that it is no less important than the gift itself.

The following are examples of origate styles for decorative paper wrapping. High-quality tea is often given as a gift in Japan. In this case, black tea is wrapped in paper (it is called kocha or “red tea”), as indicated by red paper, wrapped in film and inserted into the opening of the package (Figure 1).

Figure 1. Tea packaging

Envelopes for chopsticks served during formal events, such as a banquet or New Year's meal (Figure 2).

Figure 2. Envelopes for sticks

Thirdly, it has long been clear that origami includes a variety of technical techniques that can be used in science. Thus, origami master Tomoko Fuse developed a method of folding a sheet of paper into a cylinder with a bottom and even received a patent for the invention in the United States. Her method could find application in making instant noodle containers. They are usually made by gluing together several sheets of paper. Using the Fuse method, containers can be made from only one sheet without glue. This will simplify the production process and reduce costs.

Scientists at Kyoto University are working on origami techniques to build a spacecraft known as a "photon rocket" that can move freely in an area of ​​high light energy. A model of such a device is being developed in the USA. Japanese experts came up with a spiral design for the ship, “folded” like origami with a wide sail that will unfold in space.

Japanese space scientists have collaborated with the University of Tokyo and metal manufacturing company Castem to produce nine origami models of the space shuttle. These shuttles are made from special lightweight paper made from sugar cane stalks. So that they would not be afraid of heat and water, the material was treated with special chemicals; the size of the paper ships is 38 centimeters in length, 22 centimeters in width. Weight – 29 grams.

The final products turned out to be so durable that neither a temperature of 200 degrees Celsius, nor even movement at speeds of up to 8600 kilometers per hour will stop them.

Fourthly, origami can help in industry. At the Tokyo Institute of Technology, experts are working on the use of origami in a new car model for protection in case of accidents. Thus, scientists came to the conclusion that using origami technology it is possible to create a car body that will “open up” like a flower and thus be protected from deformation during an accident.

Katsushi Nosho worked for more than thirty years as a designer at Toyota Motor, creating new forms of cars. Since it would take quite a long time to translate the drawings of each new car into metal, he created models from paper. His passion for origami allowed the Japanese designer not only to become the author of many original models of trucks and cars, but also to begin to introduce Japanese children to the world history of the automotive industry with their help (Figure 3).

Figure 3. Machine models

Fifthly, the art of origami is becoming so popular that it penetrates into everyday life. A clear proof of this is this bag from Japanese designers, made in the spirit of origami art. Its highlight lies in the possibility of transformation: it can be laid out like a tablecloth, and then assembled and carried with you (Figure 4).

Figure 4. Bag

Sixth, architects and builders saw origami design as an opportunity to create multifaceted structures from flat sheet metal. A new term even emerged - “origami”. This art, based on three technological operations: folding, bending and cutting a paper sheet, reaches a new level of spatial shaping and aesthetic development of these forms. Skillful reproduction of three-dimensional layouts on paper allows you to better imagine how the building will look from any point of view, from any angle, in any lighting.

In addition, origami is also used when working with older people. Professor Kawashima Ryuta studies brain physiology at the Institute of Age-Related Medicine at Tohoku University. He showed that performing origami increased the flow of blood through the prefrontal area of ​​the brain, helping it function better. That's why many clubs have opened origami clubs for seniors. One of these clubs, Senior Network Sendai, hosts origami gatherings once a week. They are attended by elderly people aged from sixty to eighty years. They chose the words as their slogan: “The joy of learning about origami - three times in your life.” This means that the first time people encounter origami is in childhood; then, having become parents, they tell their children about it and, finally, for the third time they discover origami in old age.

The Association of Applied Mathematicians has created an origami research task force that includes scientists, engineers and other enthusiasts of the art. The group is looking for applications of origami techniques in industrial design and technology. Engineers are confident that the art of origami can find wide application in industry.

Food container maker Toyo Seikan already uses origami techniques to make beer and other cans. The lids are stamped together with a special diamond cut, so opening such a jar is much easier.

The author of diamond cutting, Koryo Miura, a former professor at the Institute of Space Research and Astronautics, invented the Miura folding technology. Using his method, you can fold products from sheets of paper, foil and metal, and then easily unfold them. Especially large cards folded using the Miura method have become widespread throughout the world.

Thus, advances in paper technology indicate that this method can be widely used. This is due to the fact that origami is distinguished by its simplicity and versatility. Experts call origami “the technology of the 21st century.” After all, there is no limit to improvement here. From one part (sheet) thousands and thousands of various designs are made.

Ksenia Kolosova

On March 30, 2018, as part of the “Days of Japan” dedicated to the Year of Japan in Russia, the final stage of the origami competition took place, the participants of which were students from Omsk State University. Dostoevsky. The organizers of this large-scale event were the Omsk branch of the Russia-Japan Society and the Department of Foreign Languages ​​of Omsk State University. Dostoevsky (1st building of Omsk State University).

Origami is a type of Japanese arts and crafts that involves creating paper figures without the use of scissors or glue. In ancient Japan, origami was of a ritual nature, and was also a folk tradition that was passed down from generation to generation. Nowadays, origami helps to decorate the interior, but for some it becomes just a hobby, just as, according to experts, the technique of folding paper figures helps the development of children's motor skills. To achieve a good result when making an origami figure, you need to correctly select the color and thickness of the paper. In fact, there are a great many diagrams of figures, which, despite their apparent complexity, can be easily understood by studying a single system of symbols.

According to the rules of the competition, participants had to make three origami figures and come up with a legend for each. I also decided to participate in this competition...

I chose the classic crane as the first figure for the competition. It is a symbol of happiness in Japan. The Japanese crane is also associated with the tragic fate of Sadako Sasaki, a girl from Hiroshima who was stricken with radiation sickness. She believed in the legend of 1000 paper cranes, but managed to make only 644. Having learned about this story, children from all over the world began to send paper cranes to the monument to Sasaki Sadako. This is a story about protest against war, about peace. For my crane, I chose thick paper so that the figure had clear curves. I drew the story in the style of manga - Japanese comics, because I thought that in this way my work would be associatively connected with Japan. (In Japan, manga is read by people of all ages, it is respected both as a form of visual art and as a literary phenomenon, so there are many works of a wide variety of genres and on a wide variety of topics: adventure, romance, sports, history, humor, science fiction, horror, erotica, business and others).

My second figurine was a Koi carp (koi is Japanese for “carp”). It was brought to Japan by settlers from China and has long been a symbol of strength and going against the grain. For the carp, I chose thick paper, but here to show the smoothness and streamlining of its shape.

The third figure is a Japanese dragon. The dragon is one of the main characters in Japanese legends. It is believed that the first dragon appeared in Japan, and its paws had only three fingers. For the dragon, I chose a thinner paper because the figure has a lot of curves and I didn't want it to be "heavy" by the thickness of the paper itself.

Anastasia Egorina, a student of the Faculty of Physics who participated in the competition, like me, prepared three wonderful figures - the Dove of Peace, the Yamata-no-Orochi dragon and the Goldfish. She told me in more detail about her origami as follows:

“I decided to participate in the competition because I wanted to try myself creatively. What prompted me to create the “Dove of Peace” was the desire to remind people that even in our time we must not forget about kindness and understanding, about the need for dialogue between countries. It is necessary to try to preserve this fragile peace. And I was inspired to create the dragon by the Japanese legend about the terrible monster Yamata no Orochi. And I was also prompted to create the Goldfish by the desire to talk about the fact that, despite the small area of ​​​​Japan itself, there is such a diverse and beautiful flora and fauna on its territory.

I want to tell you my favorite legend, in honor of which I made my dragon Yamata no Orochi. According to legend, he terrified the country of Izumo for seven years in a row, devouring the daughters of the earthly god Ashinazuchi and his wife Tenazuchi. The god Susanoo-no-Mikoto, who appeared in the eighth year, agreed with his parents to kill the dragon, asking their last daughter, Kushinada-Hime, as a reward. Yamata no Orochi himself is described as follows: “His eyes are like cherries, he has a body with eight heads, and moss and trees grow on him. The dragon’s body covers eight valleys and eight hills, and its belly is bloody and engulfed in flames.” Susanoo no Mikoto gave the dragon sake from eight barrels to drink, and when he fell asleep, drunk, he cut it into small pieces. In one of the tails, Susanoo found the Kusanagi sword, which he presented to his sister, the Sun Goddess Amaterasu. I chose the colors based on my aesthetic desires. I am new to creating origami, so it seemed to me that the thinnest paper would help me do everything more neatly and effectively."

Another student of the Faculty of Physics, Denis Sidorenko, prepared three figures using the modular origami technique, and also told a legend that united all his characters - a dragon, a witch and a warrior:

“I decided to participate in the competition because I like to make various crafts, including origami. I wanted to do something interesting, so for the dragon I chose the modular origami technique, the warrior was assembled from 3 parts (helmet, sword and cloak), and the witch was assembled from a modular base and 3 additional parts (hat, cape and broom). First I came up with a legend, and then I made these figures. My legend tells of a witch who wanted a powerful amulet that was guarded by a dragon, and of a warrior who was deceived by the witch. But as a result, the warrior defeated both the witch and the dragon. To create the modules, I bought special thick paper for origami, and for the remaining parts I took regular, thinner paper so that the elements of the witch’s and warrior’s clothing looked more natural. I chose bright colors for the dragon (red, white and green), and darker colors (black, blue and purple) for the warrior and witch to make the figures look more impressive.”

IMIT faculty student Sofia Torubara, who became the winner of the competition, surprised with the unusual legend about two dragons, as well as the complexity of her figures:

“Japan attracts special attention because it is different from the rest of the world, which is what causes special interest in this country. I wanted to try my hand at origami, and the competition also inspired me to come up with a legend for my craft - and this is doubly creative work. This was exactly the moment when you say to yourself: yes, this is the right time to try your hand. I really like dragons, there are legends about them all over the world. Japan was not spared this either. The circuits were not easy, but they were actually quite fun to work with. Each even curve was inspiring in its own way, it’s as if you are bringing the paper to life with your own hands and this cannot but please you. In Japanese culture, fish is mentioned very often as a symbol of purity and tranquility, which is why I chose a fish as the third figurine. The stories were fun to work with. This was a reason to look on the Internet and read Japanese legends. It turned out that they have a very unusual, especially for us, way of storytelling: in children's fairy tales you can meet someone's heroic, samurai death or get acquainted with unprecedented legendary creatures and gods that you have never even heard of before. I managed to find one not-so-well-known fairy tale that caught my attention with its wisdom. I came up with the second fairy tale myself, based on my knowledge of Japanese culture. The meaning was conveyed briefly, almost like in haiku J But the quality of the paper was not easy - in Russia there is a small selection of paper for such work, so it was enough for me to find less dense paper, different from ordinary, thick (office) paper.

It was not me who chose the color of each figure... But I would say, rather, they chose themselves, the stories themselves implied in the symbolism this or that color. Carp has long been considered golden, the color of the sun, power, longevity and ambition. Dragons, by their nature in the legend, are comparable precisely as two opposite, but harmonizing colors: black-white, yin-yang, red-blue.”

At the competition, among the jury members, there was Irina Alekseevna Kruglova - Ph.D. Sciences, Associate Professor, Head of the Department of Methods of Teaching Mathematics, IMIT Omsk State University named after. F.M. Dostoevsky, master of origami. She headed the work of the jury in this particular competition.

Irina Alekseevna told us a little about how her acquaintance with the world of origami began:

“I have been consciously and enthusiastically engaged in origami since 1993. Participated and made presentations at St. Petersburg and Omsk conferences on origami. For many years she taught an interfaculty special course “Working with origami diagrams” for Omsk State University students. I am one of the organizers of the Omsk Origami Center. The Omsk Origami Center holds unique in-person and extramural festivals and origami Olympiads, in which not only Russian but also foreign participants participate.”

We also learned from Irina Alekseevna how the works were evaluated, about the criteria and, specifically, about the figures of each participant. The main criteria when checking origami works: · correct folding of the model according to the diagram; · clarity and accuracy of folding; · originality of the model; · technical complexity of the model; · mastery of implementation (choice of paper, etc.).

After all, the art of origami is more than just folding interesting figures from a sheet of paper. The name “origami” comes from the Japanese words “ori” - folding and “gami (kami)” - paper. The practice of origami has always fit organically into the system of Eastern worldviews inherent in the philosophy of Zen Buddhism. The square as the basis for folding the figures was not chosen by chance; in the East, it is not just a geometric figure, but an important ideological symbol, personifying the earth, which merges with space, the limits of which were boundless. Thus, in Zen Buddhism, the square is the embodiment of the Universe with its emptiness of space and at the same time the endless possibilities of creation.

According to I.A. Kruglova, students participating in the competition selected successful models that demonstrate philosophy and important moments in history. She noted that the choice of models is dove of peace, carp, dragon, etc. – was very successful and the figures were well described by the students in legends, which they themselves voiced in the final of the competition. So Sidorenko D. (FFB 701) pleased with his originality. To implement his ideas, he combined various models, completing them with each other. Minkova A. (FPB-703) did a good job with the texture of paper; her “Karp” is a technically complex model, which looks most impressive in this design.

There are simpler models, and there are very complex ones, the description of which takes more than one page and requires technical skill. This is exactly the dragon model that S. Torubara chose and executed very well.

Text: Minkova Alexandra
FPB-703, Omsk State University named after. F.M. Dostoevsky
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Photo: Korotkevich Bogdan
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Omsk branch of the Russia-Japan Society

The word “origami” consists of two Japanese words “ori” - “folded instantly” and “kama” - “divine paper”. Many centuries ago, this art originated in Japan and became widespread throughout the world. Knowledge was passed down from generation to generation through the female line and was carefully guarded. In Japan, origami is a reflection of the culture of the local people and their philosophy. Where did origami come from? What is this direction today, and what techniques exist?

History of paper

In ancient China, wooden boards and silk were used to record information. Using boards for writing was extremely inconvenient; there is a well-known example when a courtier wrote an article for the emperor on three thousand boards. Silk, although convenient to use, was very expensive. Later, felt and wool were used for writing.

What was the process of making the first paper?

Pieces of wool thread were taken and unraveled in water, after which they were collected, dried and pressed.

105 BC is considered to be the year of the invention of paper, when one of the courtiers reported to the emperor about the invention of an excellent material for writing - soaked bamboo stems combined with crushed mulberry bark. The result was the emperor's decree banning the use of wooden tablets for recording, instead of which it was recommended to use only paper.

History of the invention of paper

Dissemination of knowledge about paper production

In the fifth century AD, paper money already existed in China, which was popularly called “flying coins.” And in the sixth century, real books made of paper appeared.

The secret of making paper was carefully kept by the Chinese. But in the seventh century AD, one of the monks who knew the secret of making paper, during his travels, revealed the secret to the Japanese. They, in turn, improved Chinese technology and produced better quality paper.

At first, paper was made from silkworm cocoons. Then bamboo stems were used as raw materials. The appearance of the first large paper factory dates back to 1870 in Tokyo.

Today, not many craftsmen know the secrets of paper production in Japan. In addition to large-scale paper production, there are also small workshops that make paper by hand. Such paper costs a pretty penny, is highly durable and can be folded multiple times; such paper is called “yours”. By the way, it was here that the Treaty of Versailles was signed after the First World War.

The use of paper in Chinese religious rituals

In the birthplace of paper, in China, it was used, among other things, for religious ceremonies. It was customary to burn his belongings along with the dead person so that he could use his belongings in another world. Gradually, this ritual was replaced by another: in order to save money, the deceased’s belongings were not burned, but were left to the heirs. The paper was used to write wishes for happiness and good luck. Also, over time, people found more and more use for this material - they made hanging lanterns, umbrellas, screens from paper.

Philosophy of origami

Important!!!

In the classic version, origami involves creating a figure from a solid square, without any cuts.

The birthplace of origami is ancient Japan. The widespread ideas of Zen Buddhism are also reflected in the art of working with paper. The basis for folding is a square, this is not an accident. The square is a symbol of the earth, which intersects with space, personifying the infinite Universe. In the East, the square is revered much more than any other geometric figure. The goal of origami is to extract the maximum number of different shapes from a square.

In origami, objects interpenetrate each other - this is how the idea that everything is connected to everything is embodied. It is not for nothing that origami prohibits cutting the paper, because then the destruction of the One will occur.

Unlike other forms of art, such as sculpture, origami allows you to create only within the limits of the possibilities that exist when creating a form from a square. Thus, only what is natural for a square can be used.

Shinto ideas in the art of origami

The history of the appearance and spread of origami is directly related to Japanese Shintoism. It is characteristic of adherents of this religion that every object contains a kami - a deity. The more unusual the object, the more divine it is. Paper still occupies a special place in Japanese rituals. For example, at the entrance to Buddhist temples there is a zigzag gohei (paper folded in a special way); the same gohei is usually hung on the belt of sumo wrestlers before the start of a fight. Houses often have eight kata-shiro paper figurines; they are believed to attract happiness and good fortune to the home. In order to drive away evil spirits, a haram gusi is used - a broom made of strips of white paper.

The use of origami in social life

Since the 12th century, the art of origami has appeared in social life, it is even recognized at the imperial court. It was considered good manners to master the art of beautiful paper folding. With the help of beautifully folded paper, gratitude, love, and care were expressed towards the recipient.

In the 16th century, paper ceased to be a luxury item and with it the art of origami came to every home, gaining widespread popularity and popular love. During this period, most of the figurines that would later become classics appeared, for example, the Tsuru crane - a symbol of happiness and longevity in Japan.

The art of beautifully folding paper was passed down in the family through the female line; by the manner of folding, they could even determine whether a girl belonged to a particular region of the country.

The emergence of educational books on origami

The first Japanese book dedicated to origami is called “Semba-tsuru-orikata”, which translates as “folding a thousand cranes” (according to legend, a thousand paper cranes help make wishes come true). The entire book is dedicated to crane folding in 29 different variations.

In 1845, the book “Midwinter Window” was published, which describes how several dozen figures can be folded from paper. So origami becomes an activity with which you can while away a long winter evening.

In 1879, a book by the director of one of the girls’ schools was published, where he describes how to fold twenty basic origami figures - “Orikata”. This book was the first to be translated into English.

Popularity of origami in the world

The surge in popularity of origami occurred in the post-war period, when Japanese master Akiro Yoshizawa published a book where he taught the art of origami using simple diagrams as an example. He is also the author of more than a hundred new figures. The book became popular all over the world, and its creator, on behalf of the Government of Japan, traveled to training seminars around the world. Thus, the art of origami has become a means of international communication throughout the world.

The art of origami in Europe

Of course, Europe had an interest in folding paper figures even before the spread of Japanese origami. For example. The first European origami figure can most likely be considered the Spanish birds - “pajaritas”, the appearance of which can be dated back to the 12th century.

In the 19th century, one of the geometry teachers, Friedrich Froebel, began to use origami as a simpler and more understandable way to explain the laws and rules of geometry.

The famous writer Lewis Caroll was delighted when he managed to make a toy by folding paper. Leo Tolstoy described in one of his articles the delight of learning the art of origami and noted how much joy and delight this activity brings to children.

In 1937, a book by Margaret Campbell was published in London, which for the first time described ways of folding the three main Japanese figures - a bird, a water butterfly and a frog.

The benefits of learning origami techniques

Origami gives many advantages to those who decide to master this ancient art:

• Origami trains the memory and imagination of both adults and children.
• When working with your fingers, the left hemisphere of the brain becomes active - this affects the improvement of speech.

Origami material

You can use any paper to create origami figures. In Japan, special paper for origami is often used - “Kami”, which is translated from Japanese as “paper”. It can be either completely white or multi-colored or even colored. It is slightly lighter in weight than regular paper.

A foil type of paper is also used - a “sandwich” is a sheet of paper to which a sheet of foil is glued. This paper allows the product to hold its shape for a long time and is pliable for folding paper figures. The Japanese often use a special type of washi paper - this is a tougher type of paper that is made from rice, wheat, bamboo, and tree bark.

Origami technique: paper and folding technique

Over the centuries of the existence of origami, information about it passed orally from person to person: something could be lost, something could be distorted, something new could be added. In general, today origami is the art of working with a square of paper and creating figures from it without the use of cuts or glue.

The art of origami is learned from the mastery of basic forms - these are the forms that are basic and from which the formation of one or another figure occurs.

Important!!!

Particular attention is paid to the corners - they must be very sharp. The accuracy and beauty of the product largely depends on the sharpness of the corners.

What types of origami techniques are there?

Modular origami Simple origami Flat folding Wet folding

This is a type of origami in which a figure is made up of a number of component parts. The parts (modules) are made from a separate sheet of paper and then assembled into a single figure. The force of friction prevents the figure from falling apart. This type of origami is extremely popular all over the world, the most famous figure is kusudama (a three-dimensional spherical product).

Kusudama – translated from Japanese as “medicine ball”, is a figure consisting of many identical pyramids. Pyramids are most often stylized flowers made separately from a sheet of paper.

The simple origami style was invented and developed by Englishman John Smith. With this approach, folds can be made “by eye”; the fewer there are, the better.

Flat folding

This is a type of origami that uses paper on which the places of folds and folds have already been drawn. The author of the model only needs to fold a sheet of paper according to the instructions.

Wet folding

The wet folding technique was developed by Akira Yoshizawa. Wet folding uses water that has been pre-moistened with water. It is believed that with this approach, the paper acquires smooth lines, the figure becomes brighter and more expressive. Not any paper is suitable for this technique, but only those that contain water-soluble glue - thick types of paper.

Conclusion:

Origami is an ancient art. Today it is used for table setting, gift wrapping, and making souvenirs.

Most of what we do or create today rarely goes beyond the boundaries of the computer. Yes, in general it’s cool, and technology has greatly simplified our lives, but sometimes you want to do something with your own hands. One way to feel good about creating something tangible is origami.

I think everyone knows what it is - creating figures from sheets of paper, to put it simply. Nowadays you will never meet a person who has not seen such a crane, which has long become a symbol of the ancient Japanese art of paper folding.

A little history

This art originated in China because paper was invented there. But it developed and became widespread in Japan and at first was of a purely religious nature. Later, paper figurines became an integral attribute of holidays and weddings - they were used to decorate rooms and were even given as gifts.

With the advent of the samurai, origami became part of their way of life. The warriors folded their messages on paper in such a way that only an informed person could unfold them. The nobility also did not lag behind - every self-respecting man had to be able to entertain his companion by folding paper into an intricate composition.

Modular origami

But let's return to our reality. Now origami as a hobby is not widespread among adult audiences for obvious reasons, although quite often you can see the same cranes at weddings. The principle of folding such figures is quite simple - they are rolled up from a single sheet of paper without the use of scissors and glue. Achieving an acceptable result will require practice and a good amount of patience.

But you can start getting acquainted with ancient art with another type - modular origami. At first glance, the figures seem very difficult to make, but this is far from the case. All of them consist of “modules” - identical units that are connected to each other in a certain order, thereby forming a complete work. Once you master the technique of folding one module (by the 20th, everything will work out exactly) and you can create three-dimensional beautiful shapes without much difficulty.

What will you need?

First of all, patience and perseverance. Although the process of folding modules is quite simple, you will need several hundred of them.

Paper

For training and testing, you can take a regular office A4 size, it will make an excellent white swan. Have you tried it and liked it? Then feel free to go to the nearest office in search of special paper for origami. Its density is slightly lower than printing paper, which makes the process of folding easier, plus the modules from it come out more neat and compact. As a rule, the package comes with sheets of different colors, which greatly diversifies the choice of figures for creativity.

Lessons and schemes

The choice here is very large - there is now just a ton of material on the Internet that will help you assemble anything without difficulty and special knowledge. Personally, I liked this site. It contains a large number of clear and sensible diagrams for assembling not only modular origami, but all other types of it.

Spending a few evenings with paper and your favorite music is a great way to relax, put your thoughts in order and take a break from that boring computer. In addition, the result of your work will not be long in coming, which cannot but give strength and inspiration to create more complex models.

Carefully assembled modular origami made of multi-colored paper resembles a beautiful flower, which can be a gift for a loved one.

And also, on this channel There are a lot of detailed lessons on creating complex origami.

Expand your circle of hobbies and believe in yourself!

Olga Kuramshina

This is the ancient Japanese art of paper folding.

To make origami you need to prepare office paper, glue, paper clips, and scissors. You can choose different colors of paper as you like. You can prepare yarn for a rope.

First we make a square, cut off the excess

We bend on 2 sides to form triangles, do not forget to iron the folds well.

Then fold it in half

After this, bend the halves in half

It turns out to be a square

Fold inward to make squares.

Then we bend the squares into triangles on all sides and iron all the folds well

We bend the remaining parts back so that we can glue them together later.

Bend on all sides

We straighten the triangles and make flowers out of them on all sides, not forgetting to iron them well on the folds

You need to make six such figures

After this, glue them together. You can press the glued figures with paper clips. You get these beautiful balls that you can make with children in the senior, preparatory group and decorate the group for the holiday. You can stretch a rope made of yarn between the modules so that you have something to hang it on.

Children enjoy designing with paper. With the children in my group, I always try to decorate the group with things I made with my own hands.

Publications on the topic:

"Spring Kusudama" Kusudama is a paper model in the shape of a ball, which is formed by gluing together many identical modules. IN.

Kusudama is a paper craft in the shape of a ball, glued together from several parts. It is called the "medicine ball". Today I present.

Goal: to make toys for the festive decoration of the New Year tree; introduce parents to various technologies for making New Year's Eve.

Master class “Drummers” for senior preschool age. Dear colleagues, I have already introduced you to the project “Musical instruments with our own.

Master class “Flowers” ​​Spring is the time of year when everything comes to life, blooms, blooms. April is already ending and May is coming.

Easter, or the Resurrection of Christ, is the main church holiday. It does not have a fixed date, but always falls on a Sunday in April or.

This is an exciting opportunity to try yourself as a true watchmaker and decorator. And to breathe life into your new ones.