It is important that the source image has clearly separated colors, and that the transition between them is clearly defined and not gradual. In general, the less complex a picture is, the better is the resulting model.

Not every picture makes a nice 3D print, but if you choose well, you can be pleasantly surprised. Both use applications that are free to use. How about printing a pendant using your favorite sports team’s logo, print an image drawn by your child or turning your family photo into a lithophane? There are several ways to accomplish these task and I will show you two basic ones. Once you get into the secrets of creating your own models, you will discover a whole new world.īefore you start exploring advanced 3D modeling programs (we recommend, for example, Fusion 360, Blender, SketchUp or Rhinoceros), you can also enjoy making your own models in an easier way. There is nothing wrong with that, of course, but the 3D printing options are way wider than that. Many people, who begin with 3D printing, often limit themselves to printing models downloaded from PrusaPrinters and other sites like Thingiverse or MyMiniFactory.

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