{"title":"Meenakshi Mukerji","description":"It has been an amazing journey of 10 years of being published and 20 years of online presence for Meenakshi Mukerji (Adhikari). She was introduced to origami in her early childhood but rediscovered it in its modular form, as an adult, quite by chance in 1995. This newfound mathematical and structural side of modular origami rekindled her passion for the art, and soon after, she started designing and displaying origami on her popular website, currently origamee.net. In 2005, OrigamiUSA noticed Mukerji's work and presented her with the Florence Temko award. In April 2007, her first book Marvelous Modular Origami was published followed in quick succession by six more books including this current one. She has been a featured artist and special guest at many origami conventions both in the USA and abroad. Although known for modular designs, she has published her single sheet works as well. Mukerji regularly contributes to various origami journals, and also participates in exhibitions. She is a member of OrigamiUSA and British Origami Society, and an editor for OrigamiUSA's online magazine, The Fold. Born and raised in Kolkata, India, Mukerji obtained her BS in electrical engineering from the Indian Institute of Technology, Kharagpur, and a MS in computer science from Portland State University, Oregon. She worked as a software engineer for more than a decade but decided to stay at home in California, devoting her time to family, designing and authoring origami and, of course, spreading the joy of origami.","products":[{"product_id":"origami-all-kinds-single-sheet-and-modular-designs-paperback","title":"Origami All Kinds: Single Sheet and Modular Designs - Paperback","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is a seventh origami book by Meenakshi Mukerji in 10 years, a natural journey inspired by the worldwide appreciation of her work. This year also marks two decades of her online presence, currently origamee.net. In this full color book, enjoy clear, step-by-step instructions for folding 50 new designs, not counting variations. The difficulty levels range from intermediate to advance. Try your hands at single sheet or modular designs, or even tessellations. Remember, no cuts or glue. Also included are some oribana photos.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"BooksCloud","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51319875698911,"sku":"9781545352823","price":33.68,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0813\/8958\/4607\/files\/6710k_43OV9781545352823.webp?v=1788374418"},{"product_id":"exquisite-modular-origami-ii-paperback","title":"Exquisite Modular Origami II - Paperback","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is a step by step how-to book for making modular origami models based on polyhedra. It seems like there are myriad modular origami designs out there these days; anything that joins goes. However, in this book, Meenakshi Mukerji's sixth, she still has much more to offer, with the designs presented some of her best yet. After a successful Exquisite Modular Origami, this second volume is a natural follow up. Handpicked by the author, the models are not only beautiful, but have been subjected to rigorous design criteria such as sturdiness of the locking mechanism, easy starting paper proportions, mostly squares, and absence of inserts or separate joining units. The aesthetic appeal lies in clean well defined lines. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eThe designs are all-new and like before, works of three new, very creative guest artists have been included as well. In grayscale, the book is practically a bargain because it is as effective as folding from a color book. Color photos of most designs are on the cover for your viewing pleasure. Just when you think you are running out of satisfying modular origami to fold, here now you have dozens more exciting new ones to enjoy. Do visit the author's popular website www.origamee.net for more ideas and color photos.","brand":"BooksCloud","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51319917281503,"sku":"9781517500948","price":17.48,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0813\/8958\/4607\/files\/n25lU--D6N9781517500948.webp?v=1788374493"},{"product_id":"exquisite-modular-origami-paperback","title":"Exquisite Modular Origami - Paperback","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is a step by step how-to book for making modular origami models based on polyhedra. You will be amazed that these stunning models are made out of something as ordinary paper. Author Meenakshi Mukerji is the winner of Origami USA's 2005 Florence Temko Award. You are bound to love this book if you love origami, polyhedra, symmetry, geometry, and mathematics. Or you will simply love it. The models presented here are proven favorites, the diagrams having been wanted by fans worldwide. Expect hours of enjoyment folding over a dozen models and learn about polyhedra while you enjoy. Remember to visit the author's popular origami website, http: \/\/www.origamee.net. Some praise for her previous books in the same subject, Marvelous Modular Origami (2007), Ornamental Origami: Exploring 3D Geometric Designs (2009), and Origami Inspirations (2010) is below: \"Meenakshi's work is both intricate and lovely. She's greatly respected in the origami world, one of the well-known world leaders in modular origami. Her books offer a nice exposition of the mathematical elements, but you're not being hit over the head with math lessons. You learn things without even realizing that you have.\" -Robert Lang, world's leading origami artist\"A whole book [Origami Inspirations] full of amazingly attractive new modular pieces, highly recommended to all modular folders and those wanting to dabble in this pastime. High standard of diagramming and model novelty applied throughout.\"-David Petty, British Origami Society\"Mukerji presents yet another colorfully illustrated book, Origami Inspirations, showing in clear diagrams how to make complex three-dimensional figures by folding paper.\"-SciTech Book News\"Ornamental Origami is a wonderful book for both math and origami lovers alike. The author provides, clear descriptions and beautiful photographs.\"-MAA Reviews\"Ornamental Origami is essentially a study of polyhedra but in a way that brings out the symmetry in subtle ways. It builds up very complicated results from simple modules so that even a beginner in origami can follow and learn about polyhedral symmetry by assembling them. It should definitely find a place in school teaching or mathematics clubs.\"-John Sharp, The London Mathematical Society Newsletter\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"BooksCloud","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51319950737631,"sku":"9781463707606","price":16.13,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0813\/8958\/4607\/files\/kuxmhZEQCU9781463707606.webp?v=1788374551"},{"product_id":"exquisite-modular-origami-iii-paperback","title":"Exquisite Modular Origami III - Paperback","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis third volume of the author's prior two highly acclaimed volumes of Exquisite Modular Origami contains her newest, spectacular works that are not only of high aesthetic value but also sturdy. Presented in this richly illustrated full color book are three dozen polyhedral modular origami designs, also called \u003ci\u003ekusudamas\u003c\/i\u003e. The designs are of intermediate folder level with folds as easy as reverse folds. Expect hours of fun folding exquisite designs that can be given as gifts or used as decorations around the house. They also make great holiday ornaments. Included are some hand-picked beauties by guest contributors Valentina Minayeva and Enrica Dray as well, both known in the origami world for their beautiful work. For ages 12 and up. Follow the author on linktr.ee\/origamee, origamee.net, Instagram @origamee\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"BooksCloud","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51320734220511,"sku":"9798473597981","price":29.68,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0813\/8958\/4607\/files\/jLkapfEDEm9798473597981.webp?v=1788381140"}],"url":"https:\/\/blackandbarhe.com\/collections\/meenakshi-mukerji.oembed","provider":"Black \u0026 Barhe Bookstore","version":"1.0","type":"link"}