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Papercopia
By David Shall
Published: 2007 self-published
Pages:114
Binding: Hardcover
Language: English
ISBN: 9780979648700
Buy from: Papercopia.com
| Skill Level : | From simple to complex |
|---|---|
| Clear diagrams? | Yes - hand drawn |
| Tinted diagrams (to show 2 sides of paper)? | On some of the models |
| Photos of completed models? | Excellent photos |
| Is there indication to the model size resulting from size of starting paper? | Yes |
| Are the models "Pure" origami (From square - no cuts)? | Some are from rectangles |
Overall Impression
David Shall has been known for his highly original designs for decades (the earliest model in this book was
designed in 1961), but has only now come out with his own book. This is great news, as the diagrams he has
published so far appeared mostly in hard-to-find publications, such as old Origami-USA convention books and
newsletters.
This book is a showcase of Shall's work, spanning over a period of more than 30 years, with models ranging in
theme, complexity and technique. Animals, objects, decorations and modular shapes can all be found here,
squares, rectangles and multiple units are used.
Production quality of the book is very high (edited by deg farrelly), despite it being self-published. The
diagrams, while hand-drawn and concise at times, are still quite clear.
Other than model, the reader is also treated to David Shall's memories of his personal origami path, his
thoughts about design and diagramming, folding tips, and a detailed introduction to symbols.
But wait, there's more: When you buy the book directly from the author at Papercopia.com, you will receive an extra diagram - for a heart-stickpin.
The Models
| Model | Notes | Photo (click for a larger image) |
|---|---|---|
| Puzzle cube | From 12 squares - the assembly is the puzzle. |
 Folded by David Shall |
| Paper chain | Units folded from quarters of a square |
 Folded by David Shall |
| Wristwatch | Very nice |
|
| Letterfold | From a rectangle |
 Folded by David Shall |
| Mouse | Cute |
|
| Rowboat | Nice and sturdy, with excellent locks |
 Folded by David Shall |
| Michael Shall's Coin Purse | From 2 squares. Also published in Origami Fun World |
 Folded by David Shall |
| Seamless box and lid | From 2 rectangles |
 Folded by David Shall |
| Friends' logo | From a rectangle. This is the logo of "The Friends of the Origami Center of America" |
 Folded by David Shall |
| Crane stickpin | Crane-on-a-stick... |
 Folded by David Shall |
| Cross-shaped dish | A very appealing shape |
|
| Basket | From a rectangle |
 Folded by David Shall |
| Rabbit | Very nice |
|
| Expanding ball | From 8 squares |
 Folded by David Shall |
| Triangular solid | Folds flat, until inflated in the last step. Very nice |
|
| Lily | Nice |
 Folded by David Shall |
| 120 degree module series | Units folded from rectangles. A system for creating many modular shapes |
   Folded by David Shall |
| Crane on a stand | From a dollar bill. Very nice |
|
| Candlestick | From a rectangle. Excellent |
|
| Claw hammer | From a rectangle. Also diagrammed in Origami USA 1988 convention book |
|
| Daffodil | From 2 squares. Very nice |
 Folded by David Shall |
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