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Lotus Flower

Rising out of the murk and mud of a  brownish pond, the lotus flower is a symbol of purity and beauty.

My origami lotus flower doesn't quite live up to the symbolism.



I like it anyway.

Comments

  1. SakuApril 26, 2016 at 8:58 PM

    I like it too! Your artistic talents so far exceed my own, I'm envious.

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  2. BarbApril 26, 2016 at 9:28 PM

    I've never done origami. It looks so intricate. Did you follow on on-line pattern?

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    1. OlgaApril 27, 2016 at 10:11 AM

      I do, although "following" most origami instruction, online or otherwise, can be a complete study in frustration. I definitely takes patient practice and a bit of stubborn determination.

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  3. BarbaraApril 26, 2016 at 10:06 PM

    Neat. I love it.

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  4. Linda ReederApril 26, 2016 at 10:39 PM

    Lovely. And it doesn't need water.

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  5. Granny AnnieApril 27, 2016 at 9:25 AM

    Very nice. I have never tried origami. You are really developing quite an artistic flare.

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  6. CaroleApril 27, 2016 at 3:15 PM

    It's beautiful! The word origami just sounds peaceful. You have a lovely flair for the artistic!

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  7. Arkansas PattiApril 27, 2016 at 3:37 PM

    You just keep surprising us with your talents. Never tried origami but may have to now. Well done.

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  8. joehApril 27, 2016 at 8:53 PM

    I can do a killer glider and a dart, but flowers are too difficult. Looks good though!

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  9. joehApril 27, 2016 at 8:54 PM

    I can do a killer glider and a dart, but flowers are too difficult. Looks good though!

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  10. UnknownMay 1, 2016 at 4:15 PM

    I like your lotus and it is much better than I could EVER do!

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  11. KayMay 5, 2016 at 3:11 AM

    I've never tried to do a lotus flower. I think yours looks beautiful. Now I'm curious about how to do it. I shall have to try it next time I have some time.

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