Waterlily

This is the first model for which I calculated the base mathematically, rather than arranging free-hand, so that all of the circles are perfectly tangent to each other - I wrote an article outlining this process which has been posted on the Origami USA website. After designing this model, I began using trigonometry to precisely construct each of my crease patterns. Even though this requires a little more time at the beginning of the design process, it actually saves time later - I can make small adjustments to flap proportions, and the calculations re-adjust themselves automatically.

Design date: February, 2008

Paper used: A single un-cut square of mulberry tissue paper treated with methyl cellulose.