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Explorations in 3D, photogrammetry and graphic design
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3D Modelling, Photogrammetry
Photogrammetry and the latest in 3D technologies (NeRFs, Gaussian Splatting) offer an incredible tool for the preservation of objects and locations that may be isolated or at risk of damage from climate change, or other natural disasters. With the ability to 3D print objects now, you can make replicas which you can share and showcase. Taking these 3D concepts a bit further, objects, areas and even landscapes can be recreated in virtual reality to be explored and accessed online.
Below you can find a few examples of things I have worked on over the years, from modelling objects (and people) to be 3d printed, locations I have visited and wanted to remember with more than just images, as well as other explorations using technology.
Short video clips of scenes before rendering, meshes, point clouds, just as examples.
Renderings:
Below are a few 3D assets of items located in Inuvik, NT, Canada. During my two years in Inuvik – which coincided with the covid-19 pandemic – I continued to experiment with preservation of locations and items using 3D technologies. A few larger projects include the interior and exterior of the Igloo Church, as well as the original ‘Welcome to Inuvik’ sign, which has since been removed.
To move around the object, LEFT MOUSE CLICK and HOLD and drag mouse to ROTATE; RIGHT MOUSE CLICK and HOLD and drag the mouse to MOVE.
Town of Inuvik Souvenir Kiosk
This kiosk was previously located (now removed) at Chief Jim Koe Park.
Inuvik town monument
This monument was unveiled in 1961 by prime minister John Diefenbaker, which consists of three arms, symbolizing the Inuvialuit, Gwich’in and non-native peoples who comprise Inuvik today.
Welcome to Inuvik Sign. This original sign has now been replaced, but around the time it was being discussed to be replaced, there was quite a bit of discontent around the suggested replacement. Capturing this sign allows it to be preserved, albeit in the virtual world.
Snow King Festival 2023
The Snow King’s Snow Castle is a proof of concept VR model where a user can walk around the castle via a virtual reality headset.
Video renderings from the Yellowknife Snow King Festival 2023
I have always been fascinated by technology. I built an entire career in software technology before branching off and following my passion for filmmaking. Embedded deep within my interest for technology grew my interest in 3d modelling and its other forms of representation. I love exploring the use of 3D modelling for use in my storytelling, whether as an artistic means, a technical means, or simply in an abstract form that may not be possible any other way. I am interested in the use of point clouds as a way to offer 3D spatial exploration of what would normally just be a 2D image. I am currently exploring the use of the latest technology to allow one to move about and explore, what could be called a memory experience in our minds.
This was an early stage experimental point cloud memory experience that I created early on in my exploration. Generated from a hyperlapse of Shibuya Crossing in Tokyo, Japan, the scene was reconstructed using photogrammetry and the resulting point cloud used to float through the scene as if it were a memory.
Graphic Design
Logos and concept work for Yellowknife Multisport Club
Promotional content
