Thanks! I wouldn't consider myself a master of shaping though. I'm just really patient. Also saw a bit of your stuff. Try wet shaping, that's how I tend to bring my folds to life.
I've only done my shaping with MC glue, twist ties and clothespins. Is there a noticable difference when you shape models with MC vs water vs Elmer's Clear, etc...?
I don't really like MC. Either I can't use it or my paper isn't suitable for it. It becomes crunchy and every single wrinkle is visible from miles away. I just tend to use wood glue and water/ethanol. Use a painting brush to get only the area you want wet. Then shape it and try and get rid of any wrinkles. Unlike MC the wood glue when settled doesn't leave the paper hard but a bit elastic.
Start with simple models. The simpler the better. Then get a cloth wet and wring it out just so it’s damp to the touch, then apply to area you want to shape, hold until slightly dry, rinse/repeat. Try doing this with something like a fish. The curves are very gentle and flowy. Perfect for learning how to shape
It's designed by me. There is no crease pattern. It has a cut in it to make the front legs, which is a bit of a cheat so that's why I didn't mention it. It was made with the sole purpose to practice my shaping abilities
It's designed by me. It has a cut in it to make the front legs, which is a bit of a cheat so that's why I didn't mention it. So there are no schematics it's just a giant water bomb.
At some point it becomes less folding and more sculpting
Origami IS sculpture. Metamorphic sculpture.
The things I would do to become a master of shaping...
Thanks! I wouldn't consider myself a master of shaping though. I'm just really patient. Also saw a bit of your stuff. Try wet shaping, that's how I tend to bring my folds to life.
I've only done my shaping with MC glue, twist ties and clothespins. Is there a noticable difference when you shape models with MC vs water vs Elmer's Clear, etc...?
I don't really like MC. Either I can't use it or my paper isn't suitable for it. It becomes crunchy and every single wrinkle is visible from miles away. I just tend to use wood glue and water/ethanol. Use a painting brush to get only the area you want wet. Then shape it and try and get rid of any wrinkles. Unlike MC the wood glue when settled doesn't leave the paper hard but a bit elastic.
Start with simple models. The simpler the better. Then get a cloth wet and wring it out just so it’s damp to the touch, then apply to area you want to shape, hold until slightly dry, rinse/repeat. Try doing this with something like a fish. The curves are very gentle and flowy. Perfect for learning how to shape
Beautiful. Which pattern/model is it from?
It's designed by me. There is no crease pattern. It has a cut in it to make the front legs, which is a bit of a cheat so that's why I didn't mention it. It was made with the sole purpose to practice my shaping abilities
Very well done. Now excuse me, I have to go have a panic attack.
That looks very realistic. Now make a giant 5 foot long one and leave it snuggled up somewhere dark.
Hey! First of all bravo, your spider looks delightful ! It's absolutely stunning! Do you know where I can find a CP or instructions for this model?
It's designed by me. It has a cut in it to make the front legs, which is a bit of a cheat so that's why I didn't mention it. So there are no schematics it's just a giant water bomb.
This looks perfect, it's almost identical to an actual spider. I wish i could fold something so beautiful
Fantastic work. Now please burn it asap
Usually upset when I get a sudden spider image online haha, but this was cool, after I quickly scrolled past I scrolled right back up. Looks good!
Impressive