Chapter 1 – Building a Foundation
This chapter introduces readers to the concept of building a foundation to show how things like leaves, sticks, and brightly-colored, paper pieces can be used to create a fall-themed forest scene. After gathering the necessary items, readers are instructed on the hows and whys of proper placement to ensure that the scene will “pop up” properly and easily when the time comes. Examples are given throughout the chapter of correctly placed items and readers are encouraged to test their own skills by trying out a few pop-up scenes of their own.
Chapter 2 – Where Do We Put the Animals?
This chapter covers a crucial part of the pop-up scene – placing wildlife such as birds, squirrels, and foxes in the forest. Readers are first encouraged to assess their scene and look at the various spots where animals of any kind can seemingly survive and appear content. Examples of animals in particular locations such as sitting on a branch in a tree, running through tall grass, and even napping beneath leaves are given. Additionally, the specific placement of calmer animals such as bears and deer is discussed in depth. As with the previous chapter, readers are encouraged to try their own placements and make their own decisions.
Chapter 3 – Finishing Touches
This chapter focuses moreso on the outer fringes of the pop-up forest scene, covering elements such as sky, clouds, and trees in the distance. Readers are shown how these can be used to create depth and to also pull the entire image together. They are also shown how these elements can become distinct pop-up pieces themselves. For example, the clouds within the scene can be created as individual cardboard pieces that will float with the turn of a page.
Chapter 4 – Finalizing the Scene
This chapter provides the last of the instructions related to the overall scene. It focuses mainly on simple and intricate details such as placing individual leaves slightly differently so that each looks slightly different – creating more of a realistic image. It also examines the use of accessories like flowers, animals, and more. The chapter also provides ways to secure the pieces in their place. Examples of some quick fixes and permanent fixes are given to ensure the pieces will stay in place for years to come.
Chapter 5 – Bringing the Scene to Life
The final chapter provides readers with ideas and techniques for actually bringing the scene to life. Readers are instructed on how to texture backgrounds and how to create vibrant colors for the scenery. It also provides ways for readers to create a sense of movement in the scene, such as adding flying leaves and birds or a clattering squirrel. Additionally, readers are taught methods of lighting the scene, from simple lighting with lamps to applied techniques such as backlighting with various light sources. Finally, the chapter includes a brief guide for capturing the pop-up scene in pictures. Professional setups and making use of natural lighting are discussed and examples are given.
Overall, Pop-Up Surprise Autumn in the Forest provides readers with a detailed guide on how to create amazing and creative autumn pop-up scenes. From the start of the foundation to the finishing touches and bringing the scene to life, readers are given a comprehensive overview of the entire process. With detailed instruction and plenty of helpful examples, Pop-Up Surprise Autumn in the Forest is an exciting and useful guide for anyone looking to genuinely make their pop-up forest scene stand out.
