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January 09, 2008
Look at the birdie
I had the good pleasure to meet Josh McKible at the January Pause Talk. Josh is a Tokyo based illustrator who's involved in a most interesting project. The Paper Bird is an example of downloadable PDF art with, according to the website, the most simple instructions: "Download, Print, Cut, and Play!"
If you fancy yourself an illustrator, you can even request a blank Paper Bird template from Josh which you can, in turn, design and submit for inclusion on his site for others to enjoy.
Apparently, this is nothing new. Josh cites BenTheIllustrator's Speakerdog Paper Toys as a source of inspiration for the Paper Bird project. A few moments spent at Speakerdog will reveal that this is an enormously popular artifact remix activity - suitable for paper enthusiasts of all ages.
One suggestion: when you make your Paper Bird, be sure to tape a small coin on the inner side of the bottom panel. This will serve as ballast to keep the birdie from flying away or tipping over.
Apparently a video tutorial on how to cut, and assemble the Paper Bird is forthcoming. If possible, I'll try get permission to put it on Tokyo Calling TV.
Posted by scott at January 9, 2008 12:28 AM
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I must reiterate that I despise people with talent...
That is one cute bird!
Posted by: San Nakji at January 9, 2008 06:50 AM
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