Papercraft for Set Design
A course by Adrian & GidiPapercraft Artist
A course by Adrian & Gidi, Papercraft Artist
Learn to create compelling visuals for brands. Explore all steps from treatment creation to the final result, telling a story that aligns with a client's needs.
Unlock the art of papercraft for captivating set designs that elevate your creative projects. Discover a step-by-step journey from initial concept to stunning final pieces, showcasing the magic of paper in the world of advertising and design. Dive into the essentials of crafting with paper, such as flat illustration, folding, and painting techniques. Learn to communicate effectively with clients, ensuring that schedules, deadlines, and budgets align perfectly with creative visions.
Embrace the design process, from analyzing products to creating compelling sketches, moodboards, and compositions. Master the art of building eye-catching papercraft illustrations that seamlessly integrate products, like cosmetics, into your designs. Elevate your skills with photography and post-production techniques, transforming your creations into professional-quality visuals. This hands-on experience empowers you with practical business tips and technical insights, paving the way for a successful career in creative set design.
What will you learn in this online course?
22 lessons & 34 downloads
Making the Designs in Illustrator: Basic Introduction
20 minutes, 23 seconds
Making the Designs in Illustrator: Translating Flat Illustrator Designs to Templates
20 minutes, 59 seconds
Building the First Pieces II
20 minutes, 28 seconds
Finishing the Pieces II
9 minutes, 58 seconds
Introduction to Photography and Set Building II
5 minutes, 18 seconds
Post-production I
17 minutes, 35 seconds
What's included in this course?
Dive into the vibrant world of papercraft set design and discover the intricate process of transforming simple materials into stunning visual narratives. This journey begins with understanding the foundational techniques of paper art, from flat illustration to innovative folding and painting methods. Students will learn to engage with clients, discussing critical elements such as schedules, deadlines, and budgets. By analyzing products and developing concepts, participants will craft mood boards and color palettes, setting the stage for a compelling visual story.
Progress to the building phase, where creativity takes physical form. Explore the art of sketching, composition, and creating treatments, all while receiving and integrating client feedback to refine projects. As the project moves forward, students will delve into photography and post-production techniques, learning to capture and enhance their creations. The final step involves delivering polished files, ready for client presentation. This comprehensive learning experience equips participants with skills to manage artistic projects from inception to completion, blending technical proficiency with creative vision.
What is this course's project?
Create a captivating papercraft illustration featuring a product, mastering every stage from initial concept sketches to refined photography and post-production. Gain insights into client collaboration while honing practical skills in design, composition, and paper techniques for impressive results.
Who is this online course for?
Ideal for creative individuals eager to explore papercraft for set design, including aspiring designers, illustrators, photographers, and hobbyists. Perfect for those seeking to enhance their skills in paper art, photography, and client collaboration in a professional setting.
Requirements and materials
No extensive prior knowledge is required; however, basic photography skills and understanding of papercraft are beneficial. Essential materials include a cutting mat, ruler, glue, X-acto knife, paper, scissors, a camera, a computer, and light sources. Adobe software like Illustrator and Photoshop is recommended.
Reviews
- 7 months ago
Excelente
- 11 months ago
Un curso muy interesante
- 1 year ago
Me encantó el curso, además de la técnica y el manejo del papel, que me ayudó mucho, da buenos tips para enfrentarse a los clientes y explica todo el proceso de trabajo y planificación. Lo súper recomiendo.
- 1 year ago
muy interesante no solo la ejecucion en papel sino que te dan tips practicos de softwares , ilustrator, procreate y photoshop para la postproduccion que son concisos para perfeccionar la imagen.
- 1 year ago
Cours vraiment complet qui aborde des angles très intéressants allant de la conception des illustrations, à leur mise en œuvre puis leur mise en scène sans oublier l'aspect commercial si telle est la finalité recherchée.
Their process involves a deep understanding of client needs, translating ideas into tangible designs through a series of refined steps. Adrian & Gidi's methodology includes thorough research, concept development, and precision execution, ensuring each project meets the highest standards of creativity and quality. Their passion for papercraft is evident in every piece they create, reflecting a commitment to pushing the boundaries of traditional design. By sharing their insights and techniques, Adrian & Gidi inspire others to explore the limitless possibilities within the realm of paper art.
Content
- U1
Introduction
- About Us
- Influences
- U2
Skills First
- Materials and Tools
- Paper Explorations: Making It Dimensional
- Paper Explorations: Making It Three Dimensional
- How to Work on Your Projects
- U3
Making the Treatment
- Planning
- Doing Research
- Making a Sketch
- Adding Colors
- Designing the Treatment
- U4
Building Our Pieces
- Making the Designs in Illustrator: Basic Introduction
- Making the Designs in Illustrator: Translating Flat Illustrator Designs to Templates
- Preparing Your Templates
- Building the First Pieces I
- Building the First Pieces II
- Finishing the Pieces I
- Finishing the Pieces II
- U5
Photography and Post-production
- Introduction to Photography and Set Building I
- Introduction to Photography and Set Building II
- Post-production I
- Post-production II
- FP
Final project
- Papercraft for Set Design
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FAQs
You’ll learn papercraft techniques, set design, stop motion animation basics, mixed media editorial photography, project management, and digital illustration skills. The course covers everything from paper model construction to building production timelines and developing creative concepts for professional projects.
This course is best for learners with some creative or design experience, as it covers intermediate techniques in papercraft, set design, and animation, but motivated beginners can also benefit from the step-by-step lessons.
You’ll need various papers, cutting tools (surgical knife, compass, carbon paper), adhesives, foam pads, wire, gouache paints, and access to digital illustration and project management software like Procreate, Illustrator, and TOMS Planner.
You’ll create 3D paper flowers, miniature sets, large-scale paper displays, window displays, and beauty editorial sets. Projects include both physical papercraft builds and digital illustrations, plus animation and photography workflows.
Yes, the skills taught are directly applicable to professional set design, editorial shoots, advertising campaigns, and animation projects, preparing you for work in creative studios or freelance commissions.
You’ll learn to build structured timelines, Gantt charts, and milestone schedules using TOMS Planner and other tools, including strategies for client communication, feedback, and efficient production planning.
Yes, the course teaches digital illustration in Procreate, vector design in Illustrator, and how to prepare digital templates for cutting and assembly in papercraft projects.