Once we have an actual 3D model created, whether created from a 3D scanner or a photogrammetry application like 3DF Zephyr, we need some means for our students to fully explore the model.
Fortunately, there is a wonderful solution brought to us called SketchFab. Once uploaded to SketchFab, not only can our students see it in full rotational view; but, students all over the world can examine it as well. Moreover, the SketchFab platform even allows us to embed their engine into blogs like this.
Pretty cool!
But, now let's see how this new way to view our mystery vase can help us develop better observational skills. For instance, this vase appears to have been reconstructed from several pieces. Can you find the glued seams and, if so, can we determine how many pieces were found and glued together for this reconstruction.
Next, we might move on to seeing if we can discover the painting technique used to decorate this piece. What features are painted? And, which are not? What does this seem to say about the skill of the painter.
As is plain to see, having the ability to roll the object around AND zoom in on particular features is amazingly fun and productive!
In future posts we will compare this vase to other scanned vases purportedly from 300-400BC to see if this vase fits into that time period. It's actually tougher to determine than one might think; but, that's the fun of the hunt!
NOTE: we need to point out that SketchFab is new to us. So, as we learn more about how to get the most out of it, we will share that information with you. The goal is for ALL of us to get better using the tools that can help change the lives of at-risk students. We are VERY excited by the potential.
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