Hex Nut Illusion

This mirage functions in a way similar to the previously examined paper craft illusions. Both the dragon illusions and the hex nut illusions use a concave formation to create a convex deception. The impossible shape allowing linear objects to pass through appear three dimensional to the eye but is actually not.

The printable model of this optical trick is unfortunately unavailable on the web it seems. People have recreated this paper craft trick by mimicking the exact model in the videos. I will be seeking a printable version with instructions for anyone that is interested in trying out this trick for themselves.

The crazy nuts optical illusion was first devised and demonstrated by the late Jerry Andrus. Jerry Andrus, a prestigious illusionist, developed numerous optical tricks throughout his career. He was featured on Bill Nye the Science Guy with the hex nut trick being just one of his many creations.

Paper Craft Sculptures (Eckman)

Lancers on Rocky Ground II

The level of details in these paper models truly brings a whole new extreme to the category of paper craft. I have seen numerous paper crafts and origami styles but the work of Allen and Patty Eckman seriously stands out. The features on the Native Americans are completed right down to a strand of hair. Not only is the level of detail impressive but also the large scale of certain models with the same amount of details.

Many of the work by the Eckmans revolve around the American Revolution and Civil War time periods. Regardless if the art piece was on a human or background, the artistic works show great depth and realism. If Eckman Fine Arts decide to broaden their scope beyond the current set time period, I suspect there will be an even greater success waiting for them with their accomplished artistic skills.

The piece on the left is titled North West Trackers while the one on the right is titled The Way.

The sculpture on the left is labeled Replenishment and the one on the right is labeled Fancy-Dancer.

Note that the paper craft sculptures are suitable to act as the original model in creation of bronze sculptures. The paper sculptures have a material strength similar to wood and leather in their finished state. These paper productions holds the advantage of being more lightweight than clay models in addition to durability.

From left to right: Blessing the Journey, Hoop Dancer Dancing Eagle, Offering the Medicine Skull

From left to right: A Fight For Food, Lacrosse Brothers, Hula Girl

From left to right: Hawaiian Princess, Little Bear Dancing II, Hummin' in the Bluebells II

Driving the Longhorns

It is incredible how well paper can represent muscle and skin tones.

Via (Designno) & (F5.ee).

Paper Craft Dragon Illusion

These incredible paper crafts are designed to trick the eye and appear as though they are coming to life. It seems like their constant gaze cannot be escaped within an 180° front. These dragons were originally created by the American company Thinkfun who were previously Binary Arts.



If anyone want to actually create one, the printable paper craft dragons are found below. They are from grand-illusions.com.



The video below shows a demonstration of how to create one of these optical illusions for anyone having a difficult time with the instructions.



Here are some other designs I came across. There are also designs for Halloween which are perfect given the nature of the illusions created.

The author of the robot dog design can be found (here).

The source of the cat design is located (here).

The skeleton can be downloaded with instructions from its official site (here). The Frankenstein head in a box is much more complex than any of the other paper crafts mentioned so far. With that said, here is the (source). All of the required pieces and instructions are at the site.