Make A 3D Artefact at Pontefract Castle

Sarah Gaffney-Lang, Families Editor

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Make A 3D Artefact

Pontefract Castle, Wakefield
26 October-2 November 2019
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Time
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26 Oct 2019
11:00 am-12:30 pm
02 Nov 2019
11:00 am-12:30 pm

Always double check opening hours with the venue before making a special visit.

Man taking photo of object in glass case to turn in to 3D models.
Wakefield Council
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Do your children love taking photos? Have they ever taken a 3D photo?! This unique 90 minute workshop at Pontefract Castle will improve your family’s photography skills and show you how to turn photographs in to 3D models.

Learn how archaeologists, curators and conservators use these techniques to make 3D models of historic monuments and ancient artefacts, and have a go yourself.

This a free event but booking is essential.

Recommended for ages 12+.

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