Wednesday 18th March 2015
Hi Everyone,
Another ' Wonderfully Creative Day ' at TOG.
Naresh showed off his teaching skills again today and has written this entry to tell you all about the afternoon and art of ' ORIGAMI '
On Wednesday 18th the activity at the TOG took a turn towards the paper folding art of Origami, originating from Japan. A selection of simple designs were chosen to introduce the group to this relaxing art. A cat, a dog, a bear, a koala and a penguin were chosen due to popularity and ease of folding. Just the face part was to be created!
The instructions were on a single sheet of A4 paper and Origami paper of 6'' x 6'' (always square) were used. One of each of the dear creatures was created in paper for the beginners to see the finished face. The paper was multi-coloured with a light side and a darker side for better visual effect.
There were about ten people all waiting and wondering what this new thing was. Origami papers of various colours soon made the place look like the Indian spice bazaar. Some like Ranjan managed to get the hang of it quickly others needed help. The artistic talent was shown by those who drew the eyes and nose of the creature slightly differently to show and expression, raised eyebrows, upturned nose etc.
Some found accurate folding, edge to edge a bit of a struggle. The final result depended on accurate folding. Origami improves hand-eye co-ordination and concentration too. Soon the table was getting filled with cats and dogs of every colour in the rainbow. People do this in real life too -- colour their cats and dye their dogs!. Woof!
It was a good day for all in the group and the introduction to Origami ended with all excitedly commenting on the various pleasures derived from this activity.
Naresh
Jennifers Watercolour Class produced yet another beautiful array of paintings.
Hope you all enjoyed the display of ' Art and Craft ' again this week.
Next week David is going to show us how to make ' Non Bake Chocolate Muffins ' and Naresh is going to take us through making a beautiful ' Easter Box ' to put the muffins in. Can't wait !!!
Patricia