Whimsical, exquisite and fragile, butterflies and moths have enchanted and inspired people for centuries. Origami artist Michael G. LaFosse is no exception. His original butterfly paper-folding techniques are a dramatic new development in origami--which some have hailed as the most important advance in origami since the first paper cranes appeared centuries ago. Hundreds of LaFosse butterflies have been featured in exhibitions around the world and his iconic designs are now eagerly sought and widely imitated by folding enthusiasts everywhere.

Michael LaFosse's Origami Butterflies presents original paper folding projects from LaFosse's extensive butterfly and moth repertoire, including all his personal favorites. This collection has many rarely-seen origami designs, and several of the models illustrate new technical and design achievements made possible by the ingenious "LaFosse Origami Butterfly Folding System." This exciting new book with accompanying DVD represents the culmination of a lifetime of designing and perfecting the art of origami butterflies. It contains everything you need to create your own unique collection.

This origami book contains

• 112 page, full-color book
• 26 original designs
• Step-by-step instructions
• Colorful diagrams and pictures
• Advanced paper folding techniques and tips
• Accompanying DVD video tutorials
Videos are also streamable or downloadable online

Origami butterflies include:

• A Butterfly for Vanessa Gould
• The Butterfly for Robert Lang
• A Butterfly for Eric Joisel
• A Swallowtail for Guy Kawasaki
• The Boston Butterfly
• The Mudarri Luna Moth

All media content is alternatively accessible on the Tuttle Publishing website.