Learn the complete workflow for transforming real-world objects and environments scanned from your phone into animated 3D point clouds.
We’ll begin by capturing and processing scans of both small objects and larger environments, learning effective techniques for exporting and cleaning models. Then we’ll import 3D scans into TouchDesigner, and render models as point clouds. From an expansive artistic and technical approach, you’ll gain hands-on experience with animation (with and without audio), camera setup, and rendering workflows.
By the end of the session, each participant will render and export a short point cloud video in .mp4 format, ready to share or integrate into their own multimedia projects.
Workshop Objectives
- Understand the fundamentals of photo scanning objects and environments
- Learn workflows for exporting and preparing scans for use in TouchDesigner
- Explore techniques for point cloud visualization and Gaussian splats
- Gain practical methods for animating point clouds, with or without audio
- Learn how to render and export finished videos from TouchDesigner
Workshop Requirements
- Laptop with TouchDesigner installed (compatible system required)
- Mobile phone (iPhone or Android) for scanning
- Beginner to intermediate experience level recommended