Well, it’s been strangely cold and dry here in Winnipeg, even for November, so putting up this latest piece seems appropriate. If you’re into it, you can buy it here.

Well, not me, but someone will get tattooed with the above image, I assure you…

It was a commissioned piece and a lot of fun to work on. It’s rare, but occasionally it happens that a client and I have the exact same vision for a piece and for something as personal as a tattoo, that’s a great thing! The three birds commemorate the client’s thirtieth birthday and the final product may be infused with some red colouring after it’s been tattooed. I really love how this composition turned out.

Just posting this random sketch to prove that I am NOT good at all with a Wacom tablet. For those who are wondering, it’s a bird in a raincoat. I assume they need them in this weather.

So… maybe I should practice more with the pen tablet, eh?

Got a tree or garland to decorate but short on cash? Or maybe you’re just looking for something a little different? Consider filling a tree with these origami sparrows! Pattern and more, after the jump.

Sure, a lot of us have seen (and love) those porcelain origami crane ornaments, but who’s got $15 (or more) to spend on them, especially if, like me, you’d want an entire flock of them? Hence my simple solution to make your own. You can place a few here and there for a modern, handmade touch or fill a whole tree with them for impact. Grab a pdf for the design HERE and print away!

The pattern for this type of bird is very simple and I’ve included the pattern with a set of two small folding sheets for you to cut out. The detailed toile-esque sparrow pattern on these sheets is an original Sam Posnick creation and you’re welcome to use it for your own personal Christmas ornaments.

Merry Christmas and happy folding!

More of my illustrations can be seen and purchased at iStockphoto.