German Origami

Japanese origami was created by Buddhist  monks in the 6th century. After 1500 years I figured  it was time for an update.

So I invented German Origami.

German Origami is similar to Japanese origami because it involves paper and small animals.

But I roughly scrunch the paper instead of meticulously folding it. This gives a more lifelike or at least a more three-dimensional feel.

I call it German because I invented it and I can call it anything I want. Plus I’m of German ancestry.

I usually make dogs (or puppies or wiener dogs). I like to make dinosaurs out of the little paper napkin rings you find in affordably-priced restaurants.

Multi-colored Dog. Approx 3 inches long. Wrapping paper. Sold to a good home.
Brontosaurus and T-Rex conversing at El Trio Mexican Restaurant.
Security Envelope Brontosaurus.
Blue Purple Dog. Acrylic on paper. 3.5 x 1.3 x 1.5 in.
Dollar Bill Dog.
Jar of Dogs. Acrylic on paper in glass cookie jar. 9 x 6 x 6 in.
Purple Puppy. Coated paper and PVA adhesive. approx 2 in long. Not for sale.

 

T-Rex and Brontosaurus chewing the fat at Mio’s Pizza.
Red Pink T-Rex. Ink and acrylic on paper. 3 inches tall.
7 Dogs on Wall. Colored paper. Installation view. Dimensions variable. Each dog approx 2.5 or 3 in.
9 Dogs on Wall. Paper. Installation view. Each dog approx 2.5 to 3 in.

If you want to be amused, check out my page at the Saatchi Art website.

The minimum price per item on the Saatchi site is $100. Then they threw in $25 for shipping. Nothing of mine has been purchased in over five years, except the one I bought myself at a deep discount (free).

Click to see another portfolio: Paper Clips, Repurposed Materials, Acrylic Paintings or Fridge Magnets.