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Fold realistic paper models of the most astonishing aircraft and spacecraft in history!
With humanity's sights now set on returning to the Moon—and then on to Mars!—lifting off and going farther and faster has never been more tantalizing. Noted origami artist John Szinger has created this unique collection of paper airplane and spacecraft models inspired by real-life flying machines, including:
Each model includes interesting facts about the vehicle, as well as detailed instructions showing you how to fold it. This is the perfect bundle for aspiring pilots and origami beginners of all ages!
With humanity's sights now set on returning to the Moon—and then on to Mars!—lifting off and going farther and faster has never been more tantalizing. Noted origami artist John Szinger has created this unique collection of paper airplane and spacecraft models inspired by real-life flying machines, including:
- A Supersonic Transport, recalling the golden age of commercial hypersonic travel
- The Space Pod, designed to safely return astronauts to earth through the intense heat of re-entry
- A mysterious Flying Saucer - try as they might, the government can't conceal this one!
- A classic-sci-fi-inspired Art Deco Rocket with elegant fins and sleek lines
- And many other exciting origami model airplanes and spacecraft!
- A colorful 48-page step-by-step instruction book
- 11 exciting air-and-space origami projects
- 36 sheets of double-sided folding paper in 11 unique designs
- 185 colorful stickers
Each model includes interesting facts about the vehicle, as well as detailed instructions showing you how to fold it. This is the perfect bundle for aspiring pilots and origami beginners of all ages!
Price: $19.99
Pages: 120
Publisher: Tuttle Publishing
Imprint: Tuttle Publishing
Publication Date:
30 March 2027
Trim Size: 8.00 X 8.00 in
ISBN: 9784805321126
Format: Hardcover
"Air and Space Origami by John Szinger is a great gift for kids and adults who love all things sci-fi, space and airplane related!" —PaperKawaii.com
"This kit would be a great one to bring out for a school project, a birthday party, a space launch, or school holiday when your children say they are 'bored.'" —Castle View Academy
"The title describes the theme very aptly: you get a variety of rockets & planes, a space shuttle, a space pod and others. The stickers are small but cheerful and bright and perfect for decoration." —Nick Robinson, author, origami artist and blogger at origami.me.uk
"One of the unique things this book [is that it] has is a little bit about the adventure of flight and how it has developed[…]you can make astronauts, rockets, and space shuttles as well as jets, planes and a hot air balloon. It truly looks at all sorts of flight that we humans have tried." —Crafty Moms Share
"With these amazing spacecraft and aircraft origami pieces, it can sure take your imagination out of this world and into the stratosphere and beyond!" —Let Mom Review It
"This kit would be a great one to bring out for a school project, a birthday party, a space launch, or school holiday when your children say they are 'bored.'" —Castle View Academy
"The title describes the theme very aptly: you get a variety of rockets & planes, a space shuttle, a space pod and others. The stickers are small but cheerful and bright and perfect for decoration." —Nick Robinson, author, origami artist and blogger at origami.me.uk
"One of the unique things this book [is that it] has is a little bit about the adventure of flight and how it has developed[…]you can make astronauts, rockets, and space shuttles as well as jets, planes and a hot air balloon. It truly looks at all sorts of flight that we humans have tried." —Crafty Moms Share
"With these amazing spacecraft and aircraft origami pieces, it can sure take your imagination out of this world and into the stratosphere and beyond!" —Let Mom Review It
John Szinger is an internationally known origami artist and author, as well as an engineer, designer, software developer and musician. He's been folding paper planes and spacecraft most of his life, starting with paper airplanes at a young age. His origami style combines realistic, three-dimensional representations with a sculptural elegance and clarity. He is known for his animals, spaceships and geometric forms. John is the author of Origami Animal Sculpture.