On 11/12/2012 18:55, Garibi Ilan wrote:
Gerardo asked:
Do you think it's possible to use gold or silver plating in an origami
model? Can it be done on a paper folded model or would it have to be folded
in some other material? Has anyone tried to do this?
You may be able to use draftmans paper. It is actually a plastic coated paper
that does not shrink or swell with moister (thereby keeping the drawings
accurate). It is difficult to get hold of now thanks to computer aided design
but I use it for folding complex geometric work where moisture absorption would
buckle the model. Not great for small precise work but may be a possibility for
simpler folds.
The surface will readily take ink or paint and I have even dipped one in plaster
without it deforming.
Stephen Watson
