Learn how to create an intricate origami fish with scales in this 13-minute tutorial. Follow step-by-step instructions to transform a 30cm x 15cm sheet of paper into a beautiful aquatic masterpiece. Master techniques such as dividing the paper, valley-folding, diagonal folding, and pleat folding. Discover the tricky part of alternating pleats and create the fish's eye using a sink fold. Finish by shaping the fins and tail through mountain folds and reverse-folds. Based on a model by Davor Vinko, this tutorial offers a unique opportunity to enhance your origami skills and create a stunning paper fish.
Overview
Syllabus
Intro
30cm x 15cm
Divide horizontally into 8 equal parts
Divide vertically into 16 equal parts
Valley-fold
Unfold
Fold the diagonal of the top square
Line up with the next crease and fold
Keep folding like this
Now lets make the scales
Pleat fold
Now, the tricky part
The pleats should be alternating (over/under)
Mountain fold the second crease
Fold the corners
Sink this point to make the eye
Push from behind
Fold this tip up
Mountain fold from this point
Reverse-fold the longer flap
Taught by
Origami with Jo Nakashima
