What is Gaussian splatting?

Gaussian splatting is a cutting-edge 3D reconstruction technique that creates photorealistic, interactive 3D models from photographs.

How much does 3D product scanning cost?

3D product scanning starts from £500 for basic documentation, with most e-commerce projects ranging £750-1,500.

3D Product Archives

Museum-Quality Photogrammetry for Artefacts & Objects

Nike Air Max trainer 3D product scan showing high-detail photogrammetry capture with accurate textures and materials for e-commerce AR viewer

Handcrafted pottery bowl 3D scan showing glazed ceramic surface texture and traditional craftsmanship captured with museum-quality photogrammetry

Technique

High-Resolution Photogrammetry

Precision

Sub-millimeter accuracy

Applications

Museum archives, product catalogs, preservation

Deliverables

3D models, web viewers, AR-ready files

The Challenge

Museums, cultural institutions, and collectors need accurate 3D documentation of artifacts and objects for preservation, research, and public engagement – but without risking damage to fragile or valuable items.

Traditional photography captures only 2D information. Photogrammetry creates complete digital twins that preserve every surface detail, texture, and dimension – allowing scholars, curators, and the public to examine objects from any angle.

The Approach

I use controlled lighting and systematic capture techniques to create museum-quality 3D models of artifacts, products, and cultural objects.

1. Controlled Environment Setup

Calibrated lighting, neutral backgrounds, and turntables or camera rigs ensure consistent, high-quality capture conditions.

2. Multi-Angle Capture

Photograph objects from 100+ angles, capturing every surface detail including undercuts, textures, and fine features.

3. Photogrammetric Processing

Advanced software aligns images and constructs accurate 3D geometry with photorealistic textures at sub-millimeter precision.

4. Optimisation & Delivery

Models are optimised for various uses – web viewing, 3D printing, AR applications, or archival storage – while maintaining maximum detail.

From Geometry to Photorealistic Model

Drag the slider to compare the raw mesh geometry with the final textured model. This demonstrates how photogrammetry captures both accurate 3D structure and photorealistic surface detail.

Product photogrammetry mesh geometry compared to final textured 3D model

Object Types

I've documented a variety of objects using photogrammetry, including:

Cultural Artifacts

Pottery & ceramics
Sculptures & figurines
Historical tools
Decorative objects

Products & Design

Footwear (trainers, shoes)
Furniture pieces
Product prototypes
Design objects

Future additions include furniture documentation and expanded museum artifact collections.

The Result

Each object becomes a digital twin that preserves its exact geometry, surface texture, and color – creating an archive that will outlast the physical object itself.

These 3D models can be viewed interactively online, used for research and education, integrated into AR experiences, or prepared for 3D printing to create replicas.

For museums and cultural institutions, this provides democratized access to collections – anyone, anywhere can examine artifacts in detail that rivals or exceeds in-person viewing.