How to make an origami Eagle (simplified version)
Designed by Jo Nakashima (01/2018)
Difficulty level: complex
This is a simplified version of the American Eagle v2. Although I call it “simplified”, it doesn’t means it is simple: it is just simpler than the original version, but actually it is still a bit complex.
One advantage is that it takes only half of the time to fold compared to the normal version. In addition, it is more suitable for smaller sheets of paper.
Paper
My recommended size for the this model is 20cm x 20cm. In the video tutorial I’m using Copper Tissue-foil, one of my favorite types of paper from origami-shop.
Diagrams
Diagrams not available yet! Watch the tutorial to learn how to make it!
Origami Eagle comparison
Here are both versions of the origami Eagle so you can see the difference. They’re almost the same in structure, but the simplified version has fewer pleats on the wings, simplified feet and no eyes.
More variations
American Eagle v1
This is the first version of the eagle. The position of the wings aren’t as good as in the second version.
Phoenix
I’ve created the phoenix based on Fawkes from Harry Potter books. It’s like the simplified eagle, but with longer tail and a modification on the head.
