Meeting Saturday 10 July 2004 at 2.00pm

The meeting will take place at the Festival Hall, Southbank (Near Hungerford Bridge and Charring Cross Railway Station). Meet at the entrance on the mezzanine level (near the bookshop). If you would like a copy of a plan of the meeting venue please click here.

Please note that there are engineering works on the the District/Circle line on 10th July. Those using these lines can use of the Northern, Bakerloo and Jubilee lines as alternatives.

June meeting

Members brought along some new publications. A Japanese publication: Insects by Robert Lang which features many complex realistic looking models. The origami source book, compiled by Ian Ansill is a UK publication. The book begins with many well known basic folds but becomes more interesting towards the end in a section titled mythical creatures, Robert Lang makes another appearance with his Shiva - the many armed Indian goddess. Origami zoo another publication aimed at the younger folder includes some simpler models on a fold out sheet to make from patterned paper, enclosed, and mount. This pack was available in Africa. And finally closer to home a Marks and Spencer paper aeroplane kit. This includes printed paper with markings and a number of different planes.

Last month folding challenge was to create an interpretation of a cartoon figure. One would think that there would be a diversity of characters chosen after all cartoon covers animation, comic books, funny comic books, newspaper strips, etc. What chance then of three models of the same character? But that is what happened three versions of The Batman were made, but interestingly all took a different approach. Ben Calder took a characature approach with a 'Dark knight' style black and white colouring. Paul Hanson did a version in the style of the Batman artist 'Bruce Timm'. A further version was submitted by a member who in true superhero style wishes his/her identity to remain a secret, created a Batman cowl in the style of the original Batman artist bob Cane (short eared version). Steve Brown created a Popeye head - which he regarded as a work in progress. Finally an abstract version of Superman was submitted.

Denver Lawson (pictured), brought along a new modular creation based upon a Sonobe unit. The model adopts a spiral pattern and could in theory spiral into infinity.

We folded a winged dragon from the Origami source book, this was by Robert Neale. Followed by Nick Robinson's Phoenix. It is interesting to compare Nicks approach to this subject with Max Humes; (as printed in the latest issue of the BOS magazine).

A discussion then took place about crease patterns. Both Ben and Paul had brought along patterns they had printed from internet sites. Although the patterns looked relatively simple, it was not clear which lines were valley and mountain folds. Photos of the finished models were included, for the folder to judge the crease direction. Due to the difficulty we decided to abandon this for the time being. It was decided that we should have a meeting devoted to crease patterns in the future.

We would just like to point out that the likeness of DC superheros characters are copyright to DC comics, and the respective copyright holder of Popeye. These origami representations were created as a homage to the characters and should be treated as fan based material with no intention of breaching copyright.

What benefit are mini meetings?

If you are a beginner it is useful to see how other people fold models.
If you are having difficulty with a model perhaps someone else can help.
We are fortunate in the London area to have a number of enthusiasts who design models; therefore a new model appears at most meetings together with diagrams.
If you design models yourself the meetings are an opportunity to test diagrams and receive feedback on your design.
Perhaps you would like to create your own models but don't know where to start - others will be able to give you some advice.
Ultimately Mini meetings are an opportunity to meet other origami enthusiasts.

We hope to see you there.

If you have any questions please contact Steve Brown (Tel. No. is in the BOS Magazine), or send as a reply to this e-mail.

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Newsletter No. 5 - July 2004

Meeting Saturday 10 July 2004 at 2.00pm The meeting will take place at the Festival Hall, Southbank (Near Hungerford Bridge and Charring Cross Railway Station). Meet at the entrance on the mezzanine level (near the bookshop). If you would like a copy of a plan of the meeting venue please click here. Please note that there are engineering works on the the District/Circle line on 10th July. Those using these lines can use of the Northern, Bakerloo and Jubilee lines as alternatives.

June meeting Members brought along some new publications. A Japanese publication: Insects by Robert Lang which features many complex realistic looking models. The origami source book, compiled by Ian Ansill is a UK publication. The book begins with many well known basic folds but becomes more interesting towards the end in a section titled mythical creatures, Robert Lang makes another appearance with his Shiva - the many armed Indian goddess. Origami zoo another publication aimed at the younger folder includes some simpler models on a fold out sheet to make from patterned paper, enclosed, and mount. This pack was available in Africa. And finally closer to home a Marks and Spencer paper aeroplane kit. This includes printed paper with markings and a number of different planes. Last month folding challenge was to create an interpretation of a cartoon figure. One would think that there would be a diversity of characters chosen after all cartoon covers animation, comic books, funny comic books, newspaper strips, etc. What chance then of three models of the same character? But that is what happened three versions of The Batman were made, but interestingly all took a different approach. Ben Calder took a characature approach with a 'Dark knight' style black and white colouring. Paul Hanson did a version in the style of the Batman artist 'Bruce Timm'. A further version was submitted by a member who in true superhero style wishes his/her identity to remain a secret, created a Batman cowl in the style of the original Batman artist bob Cane (short eared version). Steve Brown created a Popeye head - which he regarded as a work in progress. Finally an abstract version of Superman was submitted. Denver Lawson (pictured), brought along a new modular creation based upon a Sonobe unit. The model adopts a spiral pattern and could in theory spiral into infinity. We folded a winged dragon from the Origami source book, this was by Robert Neale. Followed by Nick Robinson's Phoenix. It is interesting to compare Nicks approach to this subject with Max Humes; (as printed in the latest issue of the BOS magazine). A discussion then took place about crease patterns. Both Ben and Paul had brought along patterns they had printed from internet sites. Although the patterns looked relatively simple, it was not clear which lines were valley and mountain folds. Photos of the finished models were included, for the folder to judge the crease direction. Due to the difficulty we decided to abandon this for the time being. It was decided that we should have a meeting devoted to crease patterns in the future. We would just like to point out that the likeness of DC superheros characters are copyright to DC comics, and the respective copyright holder of Popeye. These origami representations were created as a homage to the characters and should be treated as fan based material with no intention of breaching copyright.

Folding challenge No. 3 - Create a model with a maximum of 10 folds, however the minimum amount of folds the better. Have a go, even if you do not normally create models — this may be the inspiration you need. The following web link provides useful information to on designing models. Wayne's - creating Origami David Petty's - Creating Origami

London Origami CDRom Project We are intending to create a CDRom which will incorporate London members work, thoughts and inspiration on Origami. If you are interested in being featured in the CDRom, come along to our next meeting and find out more.

What benefit are mini meetings? If you are a beginner it is useful to see how other people fold models. If you are having difficulty with a model perhaps someone else can help. We are fortunate in the London area to have a number of enthusiasts who design models; therefore a new model appears at most meetings together with diagrams. If you design models yourself the meetings are an opportunity to test diagrams and receive feedback on your design. Perhaps you would like to create your own models but don't know where to start - others will be able to give you some advice. Ultimately Mini meetings are an opportunity to meet other origami enthusiasts. We hope to see you there. If you have any questions please contact Steve Brown (Tel. No. is in the BOS Magazine), or send as a reply to this e-mail.

Website of the month http://www.pajarita.org/pajaritai.htm Please submit your own nominations for website of the month.

LondonOrigami Newsletter Production team Editor writer and photographer Paul Hanson Technical adviser and proofreader Steve Brown
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Meeting Saturday 10 July 2004 at 2.00pm

June meeting

Folding challenge No. 3 - Create a model with a maximum of 10 folds, however the minimum amount of folds the better.

London Origami CDRom Project

What benefit are mini meetings?

Website of the month