Paper Sculpture: Fluid Forms

Richard Sweeney

The background detail that fans love. With precise information on the whys behind 3-D paper sculpting and its methods, plus hundreds of stunning photos of his works, acclaimed artist and designer Richard Sweeney makes the basic principles of form making in paper useful for artists, architects, fashion designers, and paper fans. Follow Sweeney's engaging step-by-step analysis of the techniques he uses in the creation of his internationally exhibited work. Sweeney leads you through the three stages of his process, from the initial conceptual stage (whether drawing on natural or architectural forms for inspiration), to the basic shapes, and finally to the folding techniques. Simple, clear instructions and diagrams teach the building blocks. This paperback book contains 128 pages, with 400 color and black and white images. Paperback.