Interactive 3D Hero Section with Character Design

Mereawi

Mereawi Musie

Interactive Stylized 3D Character for Hero Section

Overview

This stylized 3D character was created as the centerpiece of an interactive hero section built in Lovable. Designed with bold, expressive shapes and a glossy, futuristic finish, the character immediately draws attention. Oversized eyes, thick sculpted eyebrows, and flowing crown-like forms give it personality at first glance. Combined with real-time interactivity, the character turns the hero section into an engaging, playful experience.

Goal of the Project

The project aimed to build a hero section that feels alive, inviting users into the site through motion, expression, and responsiveness. The character needed to be visually striking on its own, but even more importantly, it had to react to users, creating an emotional connection the moment they arrive on the page. Using Lovable for the hero-section build enabled smooth, integrated interactivity that supports this goal.

Process

Modeling

The model is sculpted with clean, rounded geometry and stylized proportions. Large eyes and simplified facial features make each reaction easy to read, while the sweeping, abstract hair structures form a distinctive silhouette. The character’s design emphasizes clarity, charm, and instant visual appeal.
Front view of Character
Front view of Character

Materials & Lighting

A reflective, polished material gives the character a modern digital aesthetic. Cyan and magenta lighting sweep across the surface, accentuating the curves and contours. The use of high contrast in the eyes and eyebrows ensures the character's expressions remain prominent during interaction.
Angled side view of Character
Angled side view of Character

Interactivity

Built inside Lovable, the hero section integrates real-time interactive behavior:
Mouse Tracking: The character’s head and eyes follow the user’s cursor, creating a subtle sense of connection.
Proximity Response: When the mouse gets close, the character reacts with a surprised expression, adding charm and personality.
These interactions turn browsing into a playful experience, encouraging users to explore and making the hero section feel alive and inviting.

Tools

Spline for character modeling, lighting, materials, and real time behavior setup
Lovable for building the responsive, interactive hero-section environment

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Result

The final hero section delivers a polished, dynamic, and highly engaging entry point for the site. The 3D character becomes more than a visual element, it becomes an interactive greeter. Its expressive reactions, smooth material work, and vibrant lighting create an unforgettable first impression. By leveraging Spline’s 3D capabilities and Lovable’s interactive framework, the hero section blends design and technology into a cohesive, delightful experience.
character following the mouse in the web
character following the mouse in the web
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Posted Dec 7, 2025

A Stylized metallic 3D character that follows your cursor and reacts with surprise, adding personality and movement to the hero section built in Lovable.

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Timeline

Dec 5, 2025 - Dec 6, 2025

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Lovable