3D Scanning Masterclass

Overview

The 3D Scanning Masterclass by Jeffrey Ian Wilson is an in-depth guide to the practical applications and technical aspects of 3D scanning, particularly focusing on its use in games and visual effects. This masterclass covers various methods, technologies, and software used in 3D scanning, providing a comprehensive understanding for both beginners and advanced users. The masterclass is structured into several modules, each focusing on a specific aspect of 3D scanning. Each module contains video lectures, practical exercises, and detailed reading materials, ensuring a thorough understanding of the topics.  Once you have purchased the course, you will be eligible for all future updates at no additional charge.  The coursework will be updated regularly with a tentative plan to add a minimum of one major module per year through 2030.

Curriculum

The 3D Scanning Masterclass by Jeffrey Ian Wilson offers a comprehensive curriculum designed to equip learners with in-depth knowledge and practical skills in 3D scanning technologies. The course is structured into several modules, each focusing on specific aspects of 3D scanning

1. 3D Scanning Masterclass Overview

• About the 3D Scanning Masterclass
• Masterclass Overview & Evolution
• About the Instructors

2. 3D Scanning Masterclass Data

• Data Overview and License
• Joshua Tree Data Review
• George AFB Data Review
• XAngle Body Scan Data Review
• Discord Server
• Cloudflare R2 Bucket Access

3. Introduction to 3D Scanning

• Introduction to 3D Scanning
• History of 3D Scanning
• Limitations of 3D Scanning
• Current Technology
• Emerging Trends
• Masterclass Hardware & Software
• Scan Planning
• Additional Resources

4. Digital Photography

• Introduction to Digital Photography
• Camera Settings and Techniques
• Lighting & Color
• Image Processing

5. Photogrammetry

• Photogrammetry Apps Overview
• Introduction to Photogrammetry
• Sample Data Sources
• Introduction to Smart Phone 3D Scanning
• Introduction to Metashape Pro – Interface
• Introduction to Metashape Pro – Scan Processing
• Camera Lens Calibration with Agisoft Metashape Pro
• Introduction to Reality Capture

6. Lidar

• Introduction to Lidar
• Lidar Hardware and Software
• Lidar Scanning with Navvis MLX and VLX3
• Lidar Scanning with Leica Geosystems BLK360
• Introduction to Xgrids K1 Lidar Scanner
• Xgrids Data Processing
• Xgrids Data Processing in Agisoft Metashape

7. Drone Operations

• Introduction to Drone Operations
• Drone Operations for Visual Effects

8. Structured Light Scanning (Lessons coming in mid-2025)

• Introduction to Structured Light Scanning

9. Appearance Capture (Lessons coming in mid-2025)

• Introduction to Appearance Capture

10. Radiance Fields

• Introduction to Radiance Fields
• Meta Eyeful Tower Dataset Processing
• Useful Python Scripts

11. Computer Vision

• Introduction to Computer Vision
• Introduction to Roboflow

12. Scan Visualization

• Introduction to Scan Visualization

13. Environment Scanning for VFX

• Introduction
• Advanced Image Processing
• Metashape – Project Setup
• Metashape – Project Alignment
• Metashape – Alignment and Point Clouds
• Metashape – Meshing & Texturing
• Metashape – Advanced Navvis Alignment
• Metashape – Advanced Texturing

14. Multi-Camera 3D/4D Scanning

• Introduction to Multi-Camera 3D/4D Scanning
• Synthetic Multi-Camera Rig Design
• Multi-Camera Rig Trigger Systems
• Multi-Camera Image Processing
• Multi-Camera Scan Processing with Agisoft Metashape

This masterclass is continually updated to incorporate the latest advancements in 3D scanning technology, ensuring that learners have access to the most current information and techniques.