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3D Scanning to 3D Printing Workflow For Sculptural Artists
In this blog, we'll be walking you through the basic workflow from taking a freshly made sculpture from 3D scanning to 3D printing.
Dec 7, 20222 min read

Adding Enhanced Texture To 3D Scans With Photogrammetry
How our photo texturing service can take your 3D models to the next level with photorealistic textures.
Nov 30, 20223 min read


Building a Digital Library With 3D Scans
How 3D scanning can help you build a digital library of items for design work, e-commerce, and more. 3D scanning can allow a business or...
Nov 16, 20223 min read

Mesh Editing for CAD, 3D Printing, Mold Making, And More
Exploring a few of the new mesh editing services Arkify offers alongside 3D scans.
Nov 16, 20223 min read


Case Study — Replacing a Difficult To Find Plastic Component With 3D Scanning
A look into 3D scanning small parts for reverse engineering, 3D printing, and retrofitting.
Sep 22, 20222 min read


Prepping and Posing Apparel Items For 3D Scanning
Tips and tricks for preparing two commonly scanned apparel items, shoes and hats, for 3D scanning.
Sep 14, 20224 min read


3D Scanning Shiny and Transparent Objects
Exploring the limitations of structured light scanners and how to work around them when scanning subjects with more challenging textures...
Sep 9, 20223 min read

Should You 3D Scan Your Artwork?
A look into the many advantages 3D scanning technology can provide to sculptural artists.
Sep 8, 20223 min read


Sculpting and Modeling With 3D Scans
Starting with a 3D scan base for your modeling project can be an effortless way to reduce time and increase detail in your 3D works.
Jul 19, 20223 min read


Using Your 3D Scans In Unreal Engine
Turning your 3D scans into videogame assets is an easy way to create a realistic game environment with beautiful graphics.
Jul 11, 20223 min read

Custom Textures with Quixel Mixer
An introductory tutorial on quickly creating free custom textures for your 3D scans.
Jun 3, 20228 min read

How To Post Your 3D Scans To Sketchfab
A quick guide to sharing your 3D scans online + how to use Sketchfab Lab Experiment's Screen Shots tool to create high resolution 'renders'
May 23, 20227 min read

Editing Materials on 3D Scans
Exploring possible options for changing and improving your 3D scan's textures.
May 17, 20224 min read

Lowering 3D Scan Poly Count in Blender 3.0
An easy guide on reducing 3D scan mesh size and baking textures from high poly to low poly in Blender.
May 9, 20225 min read


3D Scan Resolution Options
Exploring different resolution choices for mesh data and texture in 3D scans.
May 3, 20223 min read

Beginners Guide To Rendering 3D Scans in Blender 3.0
Introductory tips and tricks for importing and rendering your 3D scans in one of the most popular free 3D programs available.
Apr 26, 20225 min read
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