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From digital photos to 3D models - photogrammetry with Metashape In-Person

3D data has added new dimensions to the field of cultural heritage both in relation to documentation and in relation to dissemination, and this is what the course creates an insight into.

KUB Datalab Photogrammetry

Photogrammetry is when 3D data is created using 2D photographs. Archaeologists use photogrammetry to reproduce both small and large objects, e.g. sculptures, runestones, carvings, excavation sites and buildings.

2D photographs are collected with regular SLR cameras when it comes to smaller objects, and with drones when it comes to landscape models. 3D data is created by processing the photographs with software, and it is very often the program Metashape that is used.

The 3D models add new possibilities to archaeologists' work in relation to preliminary and remote investigations, communication, the inclusion of VR, etc. You can get an insight into the possibilities yourself by participating in the course.

On the course you will be introduced to the process. You both help to collect data in the form of 2D photographs and help to generate 3D data using some powerful gamer computers and the program Metashape.

To give an impression of what it's all about, I found a few links to sites with archaeological 3D models:

Related LibGuide: KUB Datalab by Christian Knudsen