09.04 Laser Cut and 3D Print Project Photo Documentation Assignment

Assignment Deliverables

1. Minimum of 2 post processed photographs of laser cut and 3D priny project. (png,jpg)
   • Label files YYYYMMDD Lastname Firstname Laser Cut 3D Print Photo
2. Original RAW photo files (dng, cr2, arw, etc)
   • Label files YYYYMMDD Lastname Firstname Laser Cut 3D Print Raw Photo

Assignment Overview

Documentation of work for presentation to others is a vital skill for creators. Most people will not see a work in person and therefore will rely on the documentation to experience the piece. Compelling documentation can be the difference between someone liking a work or disregarding it.

High quality photos can be taken with a bare minimum photography setup. This setup is easily achieved with materials most have on hand, a single light, a piece of cardboard, a neutral background, a piece of white paper for a reflector, and a cell phone camera. Individually these items are common, but with a little thought and effort applied, they can be combined to make decent art documentation photos. Using additional lights and larger sensor manual cameras allow even more control over the documentation photos.

Assignment Resources

Seamless Backdrop & Photography Resources

• How to Setup Seamless Paper Backdrop - Superspec Blog 
• Product Photography Lighting Guide - John Mak Photography 
• The ONLY Product Photography Tutorial you NEED to watch - Luke Ayers 
• Essential Guide to Backdrops - Westcottu 

Documentation Resources

• How to Document 3D Artwork
• Think[box] Photo Documentation Instructions
• How to Edit Photos in Camera RAW
• Basic Camera Settings

Camera and Photo Editing Tutorial Videos

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