Traditional origami Model list

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LEARNandTEACHwithFUN
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Traditional origami Model list

Post by LEARNandTEACHwithFUN »

Hi all,
Please tell me where I can find the list of traditional Origami models?
Thanks.
gordigami
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Re: Traditional origami Model list

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On the surface, your request appears quite simple.
However, locating a comprehensive list of traditional, public domain models will very likely involve a considerable amount of time & research expertise .
Most of us are familiar with the crane, simple frog and lily as potential examples.
However, even with those stated, many diagrams are copy written.
I would encourage you to contact Origami USA or the British Origami Society for some direction.
David Lister is well know for his origami research.
http://www.britishorigami.info/academic ... models.php

You might even google " Traditional origami in the public domain " .
I would be wary of opinions versus fact .
May I wish success to all who cope with the mountains & valleys of Life,
with all its peaks & depths, as well as Origami .
HankSimon
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Re: Traditional origami Model list

Post by HankSimon »

This is Not the THE list of traditional models, but may be a good start, with some errors and omissions.

1. http://www.davidpetty.me.uk/
2. Select purple Diagrams button on the left.
3. Select the first link: Models of the Month
gordigami
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Re: Traditional origami Model list

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Ahhh, yes !
You are certainly right, the David Petty grouping is an excellent assemblage of " traditional " models.
I had completely forgotten about it, been so long.
For folding and teaching purposes, these models are a nice representation.
I do however, have the unsettling feeling that many of the models that he presents as " traditional", may actually have a designer behind them, but is not credited .
Odd that there are no Japanese, Korean, Spanish nor Chinese names ...
May I wish success to all who cope with the mountains & valleys of Life,
with all its peaks & depths, as well as Origami .
LEARNandTEACHwithFUN
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Re: Traditional origami Model list

Post by LEARNandTEACHwithFUN »

Thankyou gordigami, Thankyou HankSimon.
I will check the links you both provided and search Google for more.
Also ask Origami USA and the British Origami Society for help as you suggested.
Thanks again.
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