Pop-up spider final version

Pop-up spider (final version): After the first concept, I’ve traced all the parts (butchered the concept) and made a template for an improved version. It really starts to work now and I will try to combine three of these in one spread. This card isn’t that big so it should be possible in book size.

Making a pop-up spider was a fun challenge. The natural position of the legs made me look for a mechanism that would proved the angles I needed. I ended up using a pyramid base, cutting it down to the minimum, and adding everything else using v-folds. It’s actually super basic once you know how a v-fold works. It also animates very natural using these mechanisms. My favorite part is how the front legs lift up and makes it look aggressive.

I took apart the concept, scanned it, traced it and added a better contour to the legs. With this new version that is smoother and more symmetrical, it’s time to make it in color.

The first concept that I had to take apart to improve it. Always hurts a bit but it was worth it. I’m making plans to share my DIE lines and make a template and tutorial anytime soon.

Thanks for checking out my work!