This design depicts a robed, hooded figure with outstretched arms holding six small birds, surrounded by flowering vines and grasses, evoking Saint Francis of Assisi, patron of animals and the natural world. People choose this image for connections to peace, humility, and harmony between humans and nature. Some wear it as a personal statement of faith, others simply for the gentle, pastoral imagery without strict religious meaning.

Where it sits

The tall, symmetrical composition with arms spread wide suits a vertical canvas like the spine, sternum, or full forearm where the width can be shown fully. A back placement would let the birds, robe folds, and floral border all read clearly at large scale. Shrinking it much below forearm length would blur the birds' individual features and lose the fine radiating halo lines.

Making it yours

Ask an artist for any of these.

  • Reduce the number of birds from six to two or three
  • Add subtle color to the flowers or robe trim
  • Remove the floral ground cover for a simpler standalone figure
  • Enlarge the radiating halo lines for a bolder background
  • Pair with a small scripture verse or quote beneath the feet
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