UK origami artist · Commercial work

Origami artist for campaigns, agencies and brands.

Origami artist for campaigns, agencies and brands.

I work with brands and leading PR and advertising agencies on handmade paper models for shop windows, campaigns, editorial, animation and film.

Origami flowers in a Pandora shop window display
Origami flowers in a Pandora shop window display
Origami flowers in a Pandora shop window display

135+ five-star reviews on Google and Trustpilot

Trusted by major brands including:

Trusted by major brands including:

BCG
BCG
Ogilvy
Ogilvy
ebay
ebay
BCG
Amazon
Amazon
Bupa
Bupa
Google
Google
Ogilvy
ebay
The Economist

Selected Work

Selected Work

Selected origami commissions.

Selected origami commissions.

A few favourite projects: handmade origami models for leading brands, PR teams and advertising agencies.

A few favourite projects: handmade origami models for leading brands, PR teams and advertising agencies.

Edible Origami Grasshopper and Locusts for Knorr Social Media Campaign

The "Dare to Try" campaign worked with various creators on TikTok and other platforms to promote tasty and sustainable ways of eating, emphasising that dishes can be delicious while also including little explored ingredients that represent more sustainable food choices - for this case, insects!

In the campaign, 11 content creators came together to play a game of Truth of Dare, where Knorr shared the truth about the effects of food production and consumption on our ecosystems, including how the food system is responsible for more than a third of all greenhouse gas emissions.

1000x paper origami style trainers for Asics OnitsukaTiger brand anniversary campaign

We were commissioned to design and then produce 1000 of these cute paper trainers to mark a key anniversary for Japanese brand ASICS Onitsuka Tiger – the models were sent out to key journalists and influencers as part of a direct mail campaign.

We have extensive experience in large-scale production projects like this, producing several hundred/thousand of a certain model often within tight deadlines, drawing together teams of experienced paper artists to get the job done with quality.

Get in touch if there’s a large production you need and we’ll discuss how we can make it work for you.

Time Out magazine front cover and feature models – recycling around London

We were commissioned to design and create this imaginative front cover for an August edition of London’s famous Timeout Listings magazine, with all the models folded from editions of the iconic publication going back over 50 years!

With a frighteningly tight deadline before going to press we presented a range of options of models to illustrate how Londoners can best recycle, reduce and reuse in our great City.

We then created the various models, including the “Mag for Life” cover and a feature piece made up of key London landmarks from 50 years of Timeout listings.

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Origami Style Papercraft Fabergé Eggs for Easter Campaign with Aldi Supermarkets

This was a fascinating project which brought together a lot of my passions around Origami and Papercraft - from the start I had to understand the client's brief and make sure it was achievable - to create over 100 x Origami style paper Eggs, which would each house a range of special Aldi premium range Easter goodies, to be delivered by hand, on a red cushion, by a real butler to a number of key online influences across the UK and overseas.

And of course, like any good egg of this sort, it had to include a lock and key, which had to work!

Once I had worked out a plan of action, budget and draft timeline I draw together a team of extra hands, got hold of a larger digital paper cutter (fantastic upgrade!) and jumped onto the design process.


Origami dinosaurs with Luno cryptocurrency trading platform

As part of their “Currency isn’t Forever” campaign, we designed and folded the unique origami Dinosaurs from “soon-to-be-extinct” notes including the Euro, Dollar and South African Rand.

We also created the simple to fold “Lunosaur” Raptor model and worked with the production team to create a simple stop-frame animation of the dinosaur being folded.

Though it’s becoming increasingly difficult with the advance of polymer notes, folding origami from banknotes is always a very effective way of telling a story and leads to colourful and attractive pieces

Low poly origami style foxes for visual merchandising in stores across the UK

We were commissioned to create these characterful foxes for a top-quality clothing brand for use in-store windows and visual merchandising VM.

We used an involved workflow with a combination of 3D programs, and eventually produced the life-size models from card printed inhouse to match the clients’ brand colour and then hand assembled and delivered with love!

This is a style that is very effective in shop windows and we’d be excited to talk more about working with you to develop more projects with a similar technique.

Low poly origami style 9ft high replica of UK’s oldest amateur footballer with Stannah Stairlifts

Stannah Stairlifts commissioned us to create this huge replica of Dickie Borthwick, the self-acclaimed oldest amateur footballer in the UK, to celebrate older age with its freedom to uniquely express one’s truest self.

After meeting Dickie in person we constructed a digital 3D model which we then used to create this 9ft paper replica, with internal superstructure for strength and rigidity.

We then transported the sculpture to London’s Primrose Hill for a 6 am shoot, wired to news channels by noon the same day – a very exciting and high-energy project!

Origami hearts for instore activation with Rituals Cosmetics

This unique origami heart greeting card was designed, along with the matching suspended heart units, in line with the artwork from Rituals Cosmetics’ Valentine Campaign.

We folded the hearts in stores around the UK and offered them as free gifts to customers, engaging with the Rituals brand concept of storytelling and exceptional customer experience.

Origami works so well for events like this, so get in touch to see how we can bring an extra flair to your event.


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Head and Shoulders 3 Action Formula bespoke origami press release

We were commissioned by Ketchum PR to design and produce these bespoke Origami press releases for the launch of Head and Shoulders’ latest offering – the 3 Action formula.

The Paper Flower model took inspiration from the product’s artwork and used a small hidden magnetic clasp to inventively contain the thoughtfully presented press release copy which was printed and cut from high-quality GF Smith stock.

Presented in quality white gift boxes with a bow to match the Head & Shoulders brand, the models were sent to key bloggers in advance of the product launch.

Edible Origami Grasshopper and Locusts for Knorr Social Media Campaign

The "Dare to Try" campaign worked with various creators on TikTok and other platforms to promote tasty and sustainable ways of eating, emphasising that dishes can be delicious while also including little explored ingredients that represent more sustainable food choices - for this case, insects!

In the campaign, 11 content creators came together to play a game of Truth of Dare, where Knorr shared the truth about the effects of food production and consumption on our ecosystems, including how the food system is responsible for more than a third of all greenhouse gas emissions.

Adli Origami Style Egg

Origami Style Papercraft Fabergé Eggs for Easter Campaign with Aldi Supermarkets

This was a fascinating project which brought together a lot of my passions around Origami and Papercraft - from the start I had to understand the client's brief and make sure it was achievable - to create over 100 x Origami style paper Eggs, which would each house a range of special Aldi premium range Easter goodies, to be delivered by hand, on a red cushion, by a real butler to a number of key online influences across the UK and overseas.

And of course, like any good egg of this sort, it had to include a lock and key, which had to work!

Once I had worked out a plan of action, budget and draft timeline I draw together a team of extra hands, got hold of a larger digital paper cutter (fantastic upgrade!) and jumped onto the design process.


Low poly origami style 9ft high replica of UK’s oldest amateur footballer with Stannah Stairlifts

Stannah Stairlifts commissioned us to create this huge replica of Dickie Borthwick, the self-acclaimed oldest amateur footballer in the UK, to celebrate older age with its freedom to uniquely express one’s truest self.

After meeting Dickie in person we constructed a digital 3D model which we then used to create this 9ft paper replica, with internal superstructure for strength and rigidity.

We then transported the sculpture to London’s Primrose Hill for a 6 am shoot, wired to news channels by noon the same day – a very exciting and high-energy project!

1000x paper origami style trainers for Asics OnitsukaTiger brand anniversary campaign

We were commissioned to design and then produce 1000 of these cute paper trainers to mark a key anniversary for Japanese brand ASICS Onitsuka Tiger – the models were sent out to key journalists and influencers as part of a direct mail campaign.

We have extensive experience in large-scale production projects like this, producing several hundred/thousand of a certain model often within tight deadlines, drawing together teams of experienced paper artists to get the job done with quality.

Get in touch if there’s a large production you need and we’ll discuss how we can make it work for you.

Origami dinosaurs with Luno cryptocurrency trading platform

As part of their “Currency isn’t Forever” campaign, we designed and folded the unique origami Dinosaurs from “soon-to-be-extinct” notes including the Euro, Dollar and South African Rand.

We also created the simple to fold “Lunosaur” Raptor model and worked with the production team to create a simple stop-frame animation of the dinosaur being folded.

Though it’s becoming increasingly difficult with the advance of polymer notes, folding origami from banknotes is always a very effective way of telling a story and leads to colourful and attractive pieces

Edible Origami Grasshopper and Locusts for Knorr Social Media Campaign

The "Dare to Try" campaign worked with various creators on TikTok and other platforms to promote tasty and sustainable ways of eating, emphasising that dishes can be delicious while also including little explored ingredients that represent more sustainable food choices - for this case, insects!

In the campaign, 11 content creators came together to play a game of Truth of Dare, where Knorr shared the truth about the effects of food production and consumption on our ecosystems, including how the food system is responsible for more than a third of all greenhouse gas emissions.

1000x paper origami style trainers for Asics OnitsukaTiger brand anniversary campaign

We were commissioned to design and then produce 1000 of these cute paper trainers to mark a key anniversary for Japanese brand ASICS Onitsuka Tiger – the models were sent out to key journalists and influencers as part of a direct mail campaign.

We have extensive experience in large-scale production projects like this, producing several hundred/thousand of a certain model often within tight deadlines, drawing together teams of experienced paper artists to get the job done with quality.

Get in touch if there’s a large production you need and we’ll discuss how we can make it work for you.

Adli Origami Style Egg

Origami Style Papercraft Fabergé Eggs for Easter Campaign with Aldi Supermarkets

This was a fascinating project which brought together a lot of my passions around Origami and Papercraft - from the start I had to understand the client's brief and make sure it was achievable - to create over 100 x Origami style paper Eggs, which would each house a range of special Aldi premium range Easter goodies, to be delivered by hand, on a red cushion, by a real butler to a number of key online influences across the UK and overseas.

And of course, like any good egg of this sort, it had to include a lock and key, which had to work!

Once I had worked out a plan of action, budget and draft timeline I draw together a team of extra hands, got hold of a larger digital paper cutter (fantastic upgrade!) and jumped onto the design process.


Origami dinosaurs with Luno cryptocurrency trading platform

As part of their “Currency isn’t Forever” campaign, we designed and folded the unique origami Dinosaurs from “soon-to-be-extinct” notes including the Euro, Dollar and South African Rand.

We also created the simple to fold “Lunosaur” Raptor model and worked with the production team to create a simple stop-frame animation of the dinosaur being folded.

Though it’s becoming increasingly difficult with the advance of polymer notes, folding origami from banknotes is always a very effective way of telling a story and leads to colourful and attractive pieces

Low poly origami style 9ft high replica of UK’s oldest amateur footballer with Stannah Stairlifts

Stannah Stairlifts commissioned us to create this huge replica of Dickie Borthwick, the self-acclaimed oldest amateur footballer in the UK, to celebrate older age with its freedom to uniquely express one’s truest self.

After meeting Dickie in person we constructed a digital 3D model which we then used to create this 9ft paper replica, with internal superstructure for strength and rigidity.

We then transported the sculpture to London’s Primrose Hill for a 6 am shoot, wired to news channels by noon the same day – a very exciting and high-energy project!

Origami hearts for instore activation with Rituals Cosmetics

This unique origami heart greeting card was designed, along with the matching suspended heart units, in line with the artwork from Rituals Cosmetics’ Valentine Campaign.

We folded the hearts in stores around the UK and offered them as free gifts to customers, engaging with the Rituals brand concept of storytelling and exceptional customer experience.

Origami works so well for events like this, so get in touch to see how we can bring an extra flair to your event.


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Why Papershake

Why Papershake

Why teams choose Papershake. Another quiz? Your team deserves better.

Why teams choose Papershake. Another quiz? Your team deserves better.

Origami gets the team away from their keyboards and using their hands, and by the end they've made something real to keep on their desk.

Origami gets the team away from their keyboards and using their hands, and by the end they've made something real to keep on their desk.

15+

Years of commercial experience

15+

Years experience

150+

Online events hosted

150+

Online events

5★

On Google & Trustpilot

5★

On Google & Trustpilot

4,500+

Online participants

4,500+

Online participants

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A real origami artist

Michael has folded since age 6 and has created commercial origami for global brands for 15+ years.

A real origami artist

Folding since age 6, and making origami for global brands for 15+ years.

Two-camera studio

Close-up views of every fold, so nobody gets left behind.

Two-camera studio

Close-up views of every fold, so nobody gets left behind.

No kit needed

Just a few sheets of printer paper, so global teams can join without shipping costs.

No kit needed

Just a few sheets of printer paper, so global teams can join without shipping costs.

Easy to book

Clear prices online, and dates with as little as 24 hours' notice.

Easy to book

Clear prices online, and dates with as little as 24 hours' notice.

Ready when you are

Make it the highlight of your team's day.

Live online origami workshops for 2 to 2,000+ people, hosted by Michael. Just £15 per person for a team of 30, and all anyone needs is A4 paper.

135+ five-star reviews · Book as little as 24 hours ahead

135+ five-star reviews · Book as little as 24 hours ahead