Pop-Up Express: From 2D to 3D in fast and visual projects
A course by Silvia Hijano Coullaut (Libracos)Editorial Designer
A course by Silvia Hijano Coullaut (Libracos), Editorial Designer
Transform photographs into three-dimensional pop-up books using folding techniques and creative paper design
Transform your flat images into vibrant, three-dimensional works of art. Learn to create unique and stunning pop-up books with photographs, illustrations, or collages. Using four basic mechanisms—V-folds, side lift, vertical twist fold, and horizontal twist—you'll create an animated album that reflects your personal style. Ideal for illustrators, photographers, designers, or any paper enthusiast who wants to experiment with new forms of expression.
No prior experience is necessary, just a desire to explore paper as a three-dimensional medium. The final project will be a fold-out recipe book that will inspire you to continue creating. Discover how paper, with its thickness and strength, can make all the difference in your work. By the end, you will have understood the importance of precision and detail when constructing paper mechanisms, opening up a world of creative possibilities.
What will you learn in this online course?
9 lessons & 8 downloads
V-Mechanism
17 minutes, 17 seconds
Lateral lifting mechanism
12 minutes, 13 seconds
Vertical twist fold
7 minutes, 12 seconds
Reading a flat image: what rises and what remains
4 minutes, 18 seconds
What's included in this course?
Explore the fascinating world of pop-up books and transform flat images into vibrant, three-dimensional structures. You'll learn to construct a pop-up book using four basic mechanisms: V-folds, side lifts, and vertical and horizontal twists. Each technique will allow you to add movement, volume, and dynamism to your illustrations, photographs, or collages, turning them into unique and striking pieces. Throughout the process, you'll discover the importance of selecting the right materials and master the art of precise folds, essential for a clean and functional result.
You will develop a creative eye, capable of interpreting an image beyond its two-dimensional limitations. Through hands-on lessons, you will delve into bookbinding, learning to join pages to create a cohesive and impactful object. The goal is that, by the end, you will have the necessary tools to continue exploring and creating your own stories on paper, using pop-up books as a means of personal and artistic expression. With each project, you will discover new ways to surprise and communicate, opening up a world of creative possibilities.
What is this course's project?
The project consists of creating a pop-up cookbook, transforming flat images into a three-dimensional book with mechanisms such as V-folds, side lifts and rotations, achieving a unique object full of movement and creativity.
Who is this online course for?
Illustrators, photographers, designers, and any creative person who wants to explore paper as a three-dimensional medium will discover in this course how to transform flat images into amazing pop-up books, without needing any prior experience in the art of folding and cutting.
Requirements and materials
No prior experience is required to bring your images to life in 3D. You will need cardstock, a craft knife, precision scissors, a ruler, double-sided tape, white glue, a home printer, chipboard, and other basic materials to create amazing pop-up structures.
Content
Pop-Up Express: From 2D to 3D in fast and visual projects
- Introduction
- Materials and tools
- V-Mechanism
- Lateral lifting mechanism
- Vertical twist fold
- Horizontal rotation
- Reading a flat image: what rises and what remains
- Binding
- See you soon
- Final project
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