Our team members were Evan, Myles, and George. For this project, we worked together to document and analyze the “stone mountains” using three different digital capture methods: mesh modeling, 360° panorama imaging, and photogrammetry. Each method required a different workflow and provided unique insights into the details of the feature.
Evan was responsible for creating the mesh model using the Scaniverse app. The model was captured, edited for exposure and cropping, and then exported as a GLB file. This process required carefully scanning the entire object from multiple angles to ensure that all surfaces were accurately represented.
Myles created the 360° panorama using the PolyCam app. The panorama was captured from and exported as both an MP4 video and a skybox JPG into our shared folder. This method provided a complete view of the surrounding environment and helped show how the feature exists within its larger context.
George collected the photogrammetry image dataset by taking a series of overlapping photographs around the feature at multiple heights. The final dataset consisted of high-quality JPG images that can be used to generate a detailed 3D reconstruction through photogrammetry software.
One of the most valuable insights gained from this project was the importance of close observation. Creating the various 3D models required us to study the feature from many angles and distances. We noticed details that would have been easy to overlook in a standard photograph, including surface textures, shapes, and relationships between different parts of the feature. Each capture method emphasized different characteristics of the object and demonstrated the strengths and limitations of different approaches to digital documentation.
Personal Messages
Evan: I created the mesh model in the Scaniverse app. This helped me learn how scanning technology converts a real object into a digital 3D model. I had to make sure to take a long video that captured all angles of our feature.
Myles: I created the 360° panorama in PolyCam. This showed me how immersive imaging can capture an entire environment. I had to keep a steady hand to capture the environment around me. It took a few tries to get the correct image without seeing a duplication of features.
George: I collected the photogrammetry image dataset by taking overlapping photographs around the feature. This helped me understand how image-based modeling relies on thorough photographic coverage. I took a series of about 50 photographs around the model making sure to capture every part of the stone mountains.