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Author : Sukey Hughes
Publisher : Tokyo ; New York : Kodansha International
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 368 pages
Book Rating : 4.43/5 ( download)
Download or read book Washi, the World of Japanese Paper written by Sukey Hughes and published by Tokyo ; New York : Kodansha International. This book was released on 1978 with total page 368 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Author : Robertta A. Uhl
Publisher : Tuttle Publishing
ISBN 13 : 1462906788
Total Pages : 96 pages
Book Rating : 4.89/5 ( download)
Download or read book Japanese Washi Paper Crafts written by Robertta A. Uhl and published by Tuttle Publishing. This book was released on 2012-11-27 with total page 96 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Washi papercrafting is similar to Japanese origami, but uses higher-quality paper for more permanent-lasting projects. Lear how to fold washi with this fun guide. In Japan, paper and paper crafts are held in popular esteem. The originators of origami, the art of paper-folding, and kirigami, the art of paper-cutting, the Japanese also make their own paper, called washi. A colorful printed paper, washi is used to decorate everything from boxes to dolls. Noted for its strength, durability and flexibility, washi paper is available in a rich array of colors, textures, weights and patterns. Japanese Washi Paper Crafts is a selection of seventeen washi origami designs for decorating commonly available objects, such as milk cartons, boxes and eggs, which can be used in home decor, as gifts, or for special occasions. Every project is shown with clear, step-by-step diagrams. Color photographs show completed projects, as well as imaginative ways for displaying the finished crafts.
Author : Nancy Broadbent Casserley
Publisher : Royal Botanic Gardens Kew
ISBN 13 : 9781842464861
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.68/5 ( download)
Download or read book Washi written by Nancy Broadbent Casserley and published by Royal Botanic Gardens Kew. This book was released on 2013 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Washi, or Japanese handmade paper, has long held a central role in Japanese culture. The rich history and striking diversity of washi are explored in this extensively-illustrated book through images and discussion of two washi collections.
Author : Courtney Cerruti
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 1592539149
Total Pages : 130 pages
Book Rating : 4.47/5 ( download)
Download or read book Washi Tape written by Courtney Cerruti and published by . This book was released on 2014-04 with total page 130 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Offers over one hundred ideas for creating handicrafts and decorations using washi tape, including gift wrap, ornaments, wall dâecor, and lampshades, and also provides simple designs for customizing glasses, shoes, and jewelry.
Author : Michael G. LaFosse
Publisher : Tuttle Publishing
ISBN 13 : 1462908128
Total Pages : 128 pages
Book Rating : 4.27/5 ( download)
Download or read book Japanese Paper Crafting written by Michael G. LaFosse and published by Tuttle Publishing. This book was released on 2012-06-26 with total page 128 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Make homemade Japanese paper and fold it into beautiful and decorative forms with this Japanese papercraft book. In Japanese Paper Crafting, world renowned paper artist Michael G. LaFosse of the Origamido Studio teaches you all the essential techniques needed to make your own beautiful handmade washi paper at home. The book's clear and simple step-by-step instructions, diagrams and photographs show you not only how to create your own handmade paper using inexpensive and easy-to-find materials—but how to turn your handmade papers into exquisite paper craft objects. Readers will enjoy crafting 17 original LaFosse designs using their very own handmade washi papers! With Japanese Paper Crafting you can: Make your own traditional-style Japanese papers. Learn two traditional Japanese methods of papermaking, and try your hand at creating truly distinctive papers. Create 17 exquisite projects that feature your own handmade paper—or any other paper in your craft collection. This book is the perfect gift for anyone who loves scrapbooking, making handmade gift cards, origami and paper crafts in general. Making your own washi paper is the natural starting point to creating high-quality paper craft objects of any type. The fabulous projects in the book include: Notebooks Purses Wallets Gift Cards Desktop Accessories And many more…
Author : Marschall MCARTHUR
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9781785513282
Total Pages : 96 pages
Book Rating : 4.81/5 ( download)
Download or read book Washi Transformed written by Marschall MCARTHUR and published by . This book was released on 2021-05-10 with total page 96 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: * The first book to explore washi as a medium for contemporary art* The book reveals the contemporary possibilities - as well as the time-honored essence - of a cultural tradition that has been deeply connected with art and life in Japan for more than a millennium* Collectively, the photographs represent a new concept of washi as they have never been published together before. The book also features previously unpublished photographs of new works by Yuko Nishimura and Ayomi Yoshida* The publication features photographs by Kyoko Ibe, one of the pioneers of contemporary washi that makes the traditional newHistorically, washi paper has been used as a base for Japanese calligraphy, painting, and printmaking as well as a material in architecture, religious ritual and clothing. In recent years, contemporary Japanese artists have turned this supple yet sturdy paper into a medium for expressing their artistic vision - layering, weaving, dyeing, shredding, folding, or cutting the paper to form abstract sculptures, lyrical folding screens, highly textured wall pieces, and dramatic installations. This elegantly designed volume examines the extraordinary creations of these diverse contemporary artists from Japan, France, and the United States. The publication also demonstrates the resilience, versatility, and unique stature of this ancient artistic medium in the realm of international contemporary art. Published to accompany a traveling exhibition: Allentown Art Museum, Allentown, PA October 10, 2021 - January 2, 2022 Longmont Museum, Longmont, CO January 28, 2022 - May 15, 2022 D'Amour Museum of Fine Arts, Springfield Museums, Springfield, MA June 11, 2022 - September 4, 2022 Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens, Delray Beach, FL November 3, 2022 - April 2, 2023
Author : Timothy Barrett
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9781891640261
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.67/5 ( download)
Download or read book Japanese Papermaking written by Timothy Barrett and published by . This book was released on 2005 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book sheds light on every facet of this time-honored craft and offers complete instruction s on how to duplicate its exquisite results in the West.
Author : Tuttle Publishing
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9780804852333
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.32/5 ( download)
Download or read book Japanese Washi Gift Wrapping Papers - 12 Sheets written by Tuttle Publishing and published by . This book was released on 2020-06-02 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: These fine-quality tear-out sheets feature 12 prints inspired by Japanese Washi paper designs--a type of traditional handmade paper. In Japanese, wa means 'Japanese' and shi means 'paper.' Having been made for 1400 years, the craft of making washi paper is a registered UNESCO intangible cultural heritage. These papers are suitable for craft projects as well as for gift wrapping. The variety of designs means they are useful for any occasion--whether a holiday, birthday, anniversary or "just because." An introduction details the history and meaning behind the designs, giving you a better idea of their origin. Some wrapping ideas are also provided for inspiration to maximize your creativity. This book includes: 12 sheets of 18 x 24 inch (45 x 61 cm) tear-out paper 12 unique patterns Perforations so the papers are easy to tear out Wrapping tips & tricks The tradition of gift wrapping originated in Asia, with the first documented use in China in the 2nd century BC. Japanese furoshiki, reusable wrapping cloth, is still in use four centuries after it was first created. Gift wrapping is one custom that has prevailed through the ages and across the world--it should be special for both the gift giver and recipient.
Author : Masaaki Modegi
Publisher : Japan Publications Trading
ISBN 13 : 9784889962222
Total Pages : 120 pages
Book Rating : 4.20/5 ( download)
Download or read book The Making of Japanese Kites written by Masaaki Modegi and published by Japan Publications Trading. This book was released on 2007 with total page 120 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The first book ever to present a clear guide to making 15 traditional Japanese kites unique in color and shape. Also introduces the history and the artistry of Japanses kites.
Author : April Vollmer
Publisher : Watson-Guptill
ISBN 13 : 0770434827
Total Pages : 256 pages
Book Rating : 4.23/5 ( download)
Download or read book Japanese Woodblock Print Workshop written by April Vollmer and published by Watson-Guptill. This book was released on 2015-08-04 with total page 256 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An inspirational how-to course on Japanese woodblock printing's history and techniques, with guidance on materials and studio practices, step-by-step demonstrations, and examples of finished works by modern masters of the medium as well as historic pieces. A Modern Guide to the Ancient Art of mokuhanga An increasingly popular yet age-old art form, Japanese woodblock printing (mokuhanga) is embraced for its non-toxic character, use of handmade materials, and easy integration with other printmaking techniques. In this comprehensive guide, artist and printmaker April Vollmer—one of the best known mokuhanga practitioners and instructors in the West—combines her deep knowledge of this historic printmaking practice with expert step-by-step instruction, guidance on materials and studio practices, and a diverse collection of prints by leading contemporary artists. At once practical and inspirational, this handbook is as useful to serious printmakers and artists as it is to creative people drawn to Japanese history and aesthetics.
