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Wensdy Whitehead's Origami Portfolio

About the book…
Discover the enchanting world of Wensdy Whitehead, a visionary artist whose legacy
lives on through her captivating origami creations. In this portfolio explore the
enormous collection of Wensdy’s stunning works, where paper transforms into intricate words, where delicate hearts are added to ordinary creations, and humorous puns are everywhere. From mythical creatures to USA states, dollar bill folds and so much more, each piece reflects her extraordinary talent and unique approach to this ancient art form.

This book not only showcases Wensdy’s artistic journey but also includes a teaser selection of detailed diagrams, allowing you to recreate some of her beloved designs and inviting you to find more. Celebrate the life and creativity of Wensdy Whitehead, and be inspired by the timeless beauty she brought into the world through her origami.

Book Interest? Her book, Wensdy Whitehead’s Origami Portfolio, is available in print for the first time at the OrigamiUSA Convention on July 19-22, 2024, there for $11.95. To request a copy, email Lisa at Lisa@OrigamiMuseum.org with the number of copies you would like.

Coloring of the... א-ב

By Lisa B. Corfman, in this book color 22 Ivrit letters with block, script, and the gematria both with illustrated and written vocab!

Goldfish Project

FREE printable book paper! Follow the book folding diagram.

Learn all about the goldfish project or order on Etsy.

The book Worried Origami Goldfish Sam with the story and song in two languages, English and Hebrew, is coming soon! It showcases six mural artworks in downtown Maynard with support from the Maynard Cultural Council and other supporters.

Story teaser… A folded goldfish, Sam is scared by his green color, but comes to realize he has a gold heart and is valuable.

The Jewish Travel Experience

This in a Jewish artist’s personal insights for traveling to Israel with preparation knowledge, major Israel site experiences, Jewish teachings, some Italy and Spain highlights, the spiritual aftermath, travel contacts, and Hebrew vocabulary.

Seen in the Paper, the magazine of OrigamiUSA, Lisa tell the story Origami Builds Bridges Worldwide. You may read more in this detailed Inspiring Travels PDF version.

The full book will be coming soon. This is the Table of Contents:

Travel Literature Overview
Preparations for an Israel Trip
Israel Experience
Jewish Teachings
Worldly Experience
Creative Aftermath
Traveling Resources
Brief Hebrew Reference

Memorable Origami: Fold Origami Models While Learning Hebrew

Fold dozens of simple origami models, while learning creative vocabulary through the English, Hebrew and transliteration. Full color step-folds make folding easy!Memorable Origami: Fold Dozens of Models while learning Hebrew

A take on Origami Poems, Pictures & Folds with simply the many folds and an Ivrit twist.

Origami Poems, Pictures & Folds

Discover art about other art, about more art! With folded origami models by 13 masters, there are hand-drawn diagram-folding instructions on each spread. Relax with charcoal drawings of each model and connected poetry. You can make your own complimentary models. Featuring 11 sections including Pets and Apparel, this showcases 77 origami models. Each section begins with a poem and representationally drawn origami models. Discover within each section, 77 spreads, with art about other art, all about unveiled origami! See our book models.

Creative Gematria Ideas

Discover first an origami connection to the creator with the values of Hebrew letters and everything else… unique numeral connections between separate words create a bond called GEMATRIA!

Three sheets to view and print for growth: