The Meaning of the Crane
Legend promises good fortune and good luck
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An ancient Japanese legend promises that anyone who folds a thousand origami cranes will be granted a wish by a crane, such as long life or recovery from illness or injury.
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Folding Origami Cranes– Each one a small miracle
Folding cranes can be very soothing and calming – almost meditative in nature.
Once the folds are learned a rhythm develops. A rhythm that is easy and comforting. And after going through the folds, a crane emerges.
Once the folds are learned a rhythm develops. A rhythm that is easy and comforting. And after going through the folds, a crane emerges.
The Artist: Peggy Evans
Peggy is a NE Portland Artist and 3rd generation Oregonian. Following graduation from Oregon State University, she enjoyed a 25 year career as a retail advertising designer and illustrator.
Now she splits her time between her Garden and Cranespace studio where she paints with watercolors and creates new Origami Crane Designs.
Designs include embellished Crane ornaments, clips, earrings and mobiles she calls crane chains.
Peggy is a NE Portland Artist and 3rd generation Oregonian. Following graduation from Oregon State University, she enjoyed a 25 year career as a retail advertising designer and illustrator.
Now she splits her time between her Garden and Cranespace studio where she paints with watercolors and creates new Origami Crane Designs.
Designs include embellished Crane ornaments, clips, earrings and mobiles she calls crane chains.