3D

FORM
3D PAPER MODELING

The creation of three-dimensional objects from paper is generally referred to as 3D paper

modeling. It describes all the different techniques that are used in order to transform a single
sheet of paper into a 3D object. Multiple 3D objects can be combined in order to construct a
more complex structure and this process can repeat itself until the final object is made.

A basic differentiation point among the different techniques is whether cuts are used. If not,
then we just rely on the correct folding of the paper in order to create an object. This
folding-only technique, known as origami, has roots in Japan. If cuts are used, then we may be
talking about kirigami, card models, papercraft, or simply paper art. Whichever the name, the
basic principle remains the same.
CLASSWORK ASSIGNMENT: Cube

Step 1: Cut out the shape

Step 2: Fold along the lines
Step 3: Tuck and glue the grey tabs inside the cube.
CLASSWORK ASSIGNMENT: Cuboid

Step 1: Cut out the shape

Step 2: Fold along the dashed lines.
Step 3: Tuck and glue the tabs inside the cuboid.
CLASSWORK ASSIGNMENT: Tringular Prism

Step 1: Cut out the shape

Step 2: Fold along the lines
Step 3: Tuck and glue the tabs inside the prism.
CLASSWORK ASSIGNMENT: Triangular Pyramid

Step 1: Cut out the shape

Step 2: Fold along the dashed lines.
Step 3: Tuck and glue the tabs inside the pyramid.
CLASSWORK ASSIGNMENT: Pyramid

Step 1: Cut out the shape

Step 2: Fold along the dashed lines.
Step 3: Tuck and glue the tabs inside the pyramid.
CLASSWORK ASSIGNMENT: Cylinder

Step 1: Cut out the shape

Step 2: Fold along the dashed lines.
Step 3: Tuck and glue the tabs inside the cylinder.
CLASSWORK ASSIGNMENT: Cone

Step 1: Cut out the shape

Step 2: Fold along the dashed lines.
Step 3: Tuck and glue the tabs inside the cone.
HOMEWORK ASSIGNMENT:

1. Refer the given 3D net of dodecahedron and try to make it.

2. Make a ladies purse out of paper. Click the link here for more references.

Paper Purse Templates

HOMEWORK ASSIGNMENT:

3. Create a 3D shape of an English letter to help a kindergarten student learn the

alphabets. Make and decorate with paper.

S for Sea R for Rainbow

4. Come up with an interesting packaging idea for a birthday or festival gift. Make and
decorate with paper.
PORTFOLIO IDEA:

1. Try creating some interesting structure or sculpture using basic 3D forms and give it a title.

2. Create a miniature replica from paper.

3. See how you can use these basic 3D shapes to create products or furnitures design.