In life, it feels like we are literally overrun with paper. Receipts, newspapers, magazines, sales reports, fast food wrappers, report cards, paper towels the paper trail never ends! In this quirky and imaginative new title, renowned paper engineer James Diaz explores what would happen if ordinary paper magically transformed itself into extraordinary new origami creatures. Imagine newspaper doves and gum wrapper cranes. With Popigami, anything is possible...

Here at last is the definitive book on how to make a pop-up. Every aspect of the creation of a pop-up, known as paper engineering, is clearly and thoroughly covered. All types of parallel folds, angle folds, wheels, and pull tabs are accurately detailed verbally and visually, flat and in dimension. Also included is a history of pop-ups and a step-by-step photographic essay on how a pop-up is made from start to finish. This guided tour is perfect for aspiring pop-up creators, paper engineers, students, and appreciators of this unique art form....