Pop-up and Paper Engineering

Pop-up books are a unique form of 3D storytelling—where illustration, narrative, and physical design work together to create a story you can step into. Each spread is carefully built to shift, rise, and reveal, turning flat pages into scenes full of movement and surprise. These are more than books—they’re interactive spaces designed to be explored.
Tanya created both the illustration and paper engineering for titles such as Popping Around Disney World and New York on the Fly. The spreads include educational elements woven into the visuals—fun factoids, real-world references, and layered imagery that invite curiosity beyond the main story. Built to spark engagement, these books combine craft, storytelling, and structure in a way that leaves a lasting impression.