Folding Techniques for Designers: From Sheet to Form (How to fold paper and other materials for design projects)

Many designers use folding techniques in their work to make three-dimensional forms from two-dimensional sheets of fabric cardboard plastic metal and many other materials. This unique book explains the key techniques of folding such as pleated surfaces curved folding and crumpling. An elegant practical handbook it covers over 70 techniques explained by clear step-by-step drawings crease-pattern drawings and specially commissioned photography.Paul Jackson has been a professional paper folder and paper artist since 1982 and is the author of 30 books on paper arts and crafts. He has taught the techniques of folding on more than 150 university-level design courses in the UK Germany Belgium the US Canada and Israel. These include courses in Architecture Graphic Design Fashion Design Textile Design Jewelery Product Design Packaging Ceramics Industrial Design Fine Art Basic Design and Interior Design. He has also taught many workshops in museums arts centers and festivals and has worked as folding consultant for companies such as Nike and Siemens.

224 Pages

Size: 8.75 x 1 x 8.76 inches