Where do I stand

iggy_spotter · Post by **iggy_spotter** » September 9th, 2008, 12:33 pm

I have just recently attempted Montroll's Ground beetle from Origami for the Connossieur, and thankfully finished it, albeit struggling a little. I have to say, it is one of the hardest, if not the hardest model I have folded so far. (Excuse my inexperience). So, my question is, where do i stand as a folder? i.e. beginner, intermediate or advanced, and what should i do from here to further my skills?

Thanks in advance.

Post by **TheRealChris** » September 9th, 2008, 1:01 pm

its nearly impossible to give you a rank, because skill levels in origami are very subjecitve. things that I would probably rate as simple folds would be rated as intermediate or even complex by other. I only differenciate between beginners with little to no experience and non-beginners. all other must be tried out.
the best way to improve your skills is to practice. don't set a goal, just fold what you like to fold. don't try to create unless you really want to. I'm pretty sure that pressure is the biggest killer in your process. just have fun with folding and the developement will come automatically.
try out other montroll stuff. I would also reccomend Lionel Albertino books for your further process (Safari Origami & Insects Tome I). the models in those books are nice and fun to fold.

perrosaurio · Post by **perrosaurio** » September 9th, 2008, 2:35 pm

When I practiced Judo at University I asked my sensei when I was going to change belt, his answer was: "when your white belt get black from the dust of many falls; if you want a date, maybe in five years from now..." I kept that answer for life...

Jonnycakes · Post by **Jonnycakes** » September 9th, 2008, 9:31 pm

A date with your sensei-whoooooo

(Just kidding-I know what you meant)

But really, that is a good quote. I am studying music and the same thing is true about playing an instrument-the only way to get better is through repetition-playing scales/arpeggios/solos over and over again. So in origami, do the same folds over and over again (not necessarily in the same model, but the idea is there). In other words, you are only as good as the work you put in. In other words, hard work without talent beats talent without hard work. In other words, practice makes perfect (or perfect practice makes perfect). In other words...pretty much you will get better the longer you keep at it.