3D scan OF the John Hulley statue
I stopped by today to scan the John Hulley statue using the Creality Otter Lite. I had it on an extender pole because of the height, and the bright sun was hitting it straight on as well. I thought it might cause problems, but the Lite handled it perfectly. It locked...
3D scan of the Christmas Truce statue
I went to St Luke’s Bombed Out Church today to scan the Christmas Truce statue, I have been after this one for a long time and the timing couldn’t have been better. The whole place has been turned into a glowing Garden of Light, with more than 2,000 illuminated steel...
The new Spirit of Liverpool Liver Bird
Scanned The new Spirit of Liverpool Liver Bird in Central Station today using the Otter Lite.. This one pushed me a bit.. the statue is smooth, reflective and the light around the wings made me think I’d lose tracking straight away.. At first it did...
A Case History” on Hope Street, Liverpool
I Scanned “A Case History” on Hope Street, Liverpool, using the Creality Otter. This is a large, complex sculpture with lots of smooth surfaces, so it’s a demanding scan. I did try the Otter Lite first, but for a piece of this scale the full Otter was simply the...
Mad Hatter Tea Party statue in Warrington
This was a Massive scan Mad Hatter Tea Party statue in Warrington.. scanned using the Creality Otter with the Scan Bridge. This one was done in pretty rough conditions. It had been raining and the stone statue was absolutely soaking wet and shiny. I genuinely...
The Peter Pan statue in Sefton Park
I drove out to scan the Peter Pan statue in Sefton Park, only to arrive and find the whole area locked behind gates. Turns out there was a wedding going on inside the Palm House. No access at all. Rather than heading home, I found security and very...
Bob Paisley statue outside Anfield Stadium
This is the Bob Paisley statue outside Anfield Stadium, scanned using the Otter Lite and printed with the K2 I tried this one before but had to stop halfway through as security weren’t too keen on what I was doing. Came back again, different day,...
Bill Shankly Statue Anfield Liverpool
Back at Anfield scanning one of the most important figures not just in Liverpool FC history..but in football history as a whole. The statue of Bill Shankly stands at just over 8ft tall (around 2.4 metres), so this was a big one. I used...
MetroY Pro vs Sermoon S1
MetroY Pro vs Sermoon S1: Professional Scan Performance Comparison A practical, test-driven look at two pro 3D scanners, covering use cases, speed, detail, deep-hole capability, and accuracy workflows. Top-Line Summary 1) Product Positioning & Suitable Object...
How Many Statues of Black People Are in the UK
How Many Statues of Black People Are in the UK? The Answer is Shocking. The summer of 2020 sparked a global conversation, and in the UK, it pulled a long-overdue topic from the footnotes of history into the national spotlight. The killing of George Floyd in the US and...
Creality Sermoon X1 3D Scanner: Complete FAQ
Creality Sermoon X1 3D Scanner: Complete FAQ, Expert Tips & Buying Guide We’ve been receiving a lot of questions about the Sermoon X1, so we’ve compiled a detailed FAQ combining our product experts’ insights and real-world use cases. Whether you’re comparing...
3D Scanning for Beginners
New to 3D Scanning? Come Join Us! A lot of people ask where to start with 3D scanning, especially if you’ve only worked with 3D printers. The great news is it’s easier than you think! Most handheld scanners work straight from your phone so you can scan real objects...
George Formby Statue Scanned with the Creality Otter
When I was in Wigan yesterday i couldn’t miss the chance to scan the George Formby statue at the Grand Arcade. The scan came out well, and it really captures his character, especially with that classic ukulele pose he was known for. George Formby was born in Wigan in...
Wigan Mining Monument
Wigan Mining Monument – Scanned with the Creality Otter I stopped by Wigan today to scan the Wigan Mining Monument, a powerful tribute to the town’s coal mining past. The full scan took around 22 minutes using the Creality Otter and wireless bridge. It came out really...
Back to Back Heroes
Back to Back Heroes 3D Scan of My Two Boys with the Creality Otter This one’s special. I scanned my two boys standing back to back, holding toy guns in a classic movie-style pose the kind of action stance you’d see on a film poster. I scanned each of them separately...
Capturing a Memory: A Personal 3D Scan of My Family
Tonight I decided to use my 3D scanner for something a little more personal. Instead of an inanimate object, I scanned my wife and kids as they relaxed on the sofa. The setup was simple: the Creality Otter, its wireless bridge, and my Galaxy Fold 7. The entire...
Unlocking a New Dimension in 3D Scanning
There’s a special kind of magic in being able to capture a real world object and bring it into the digital realm. For creators, hobbyists, and professionals alike, 3D scanning opens up a universe of possibilities. But often, the process can feel complex or time...
Dixie Dean Scan
Went out this morning to get a statue scan, i have been wanting to get for ages its of Dixie Dean a Footballing icon in Liverpool... the scan took about 10 minuets to do using the Creality Otter and The iPhone 17 pro max.. this turned out fantastic better than i...
Scan of the Wilfred Owen statue
I got a great scan of the Wilfred Owen statue in Birkenhead today., my first Statue scan since i fell scanning. The whole thing took about fifteen minutes. I kept going over it again and again, trying to capture every last fine detail. I didn't want to miss a thing,...
Sofa Son Scan
Just got a great scan of my Youngest on the sofa was a quick 2 min scan with the Otter Lite this scanner never stops amazing me, the quality and portability in one little scanner 🙂
Faceless guardians of history!
Rhuddlan, North Wales a town where history whispers from every stone. Recently, I encountered a truly remarkable landmark: a set of large, imposing wooden figures standing as silent sentinels over the town. Known as "The Knight's Sculpture," these are the faceless...
This is What Happens When You 3D Scan UK Statues
3D Scanning UK Statues – Preserving History with the Creality Otter Scanning History into 3D: My Journey Across the UK with the Creality Otter 3D scanning UK statues has become my way of preserving public history one model at a time. Using the Creality CR-Scan Otter,...
Horse Statue at Brickfield Pond, Rhyl
A Day at Brickfield Pond A Scan with a Story Recently, I visited Brickfield Pond in Rhyl, North Wales to scan a remarkable public artwork: a life-sized horse statue that stands close to the water’s edge. This sculpture, though beautiful, proved to be one of the most...
Can You Scan Statues in Sunlight? | 3D Scanner Man
Can You Scan in Sunlight? The Truth About 3D Scanning Statues Outdoors Scan public statues in sunlight sounds easy, right? But direct sun can be one of the biggest obstacles when you 3D scan statues outdoors. It sounds easy, but direct sun can be one of the biggest...
Scan Public Statues Legally with 3D Scanning | 3D Scanner Man
Scan Public Statues Legally with 3D Scanning Creality Otter Scan public statues the right way. This guide will show you how to do it legally and confidently with the Creality Otter — without breaking any rules or upsetting the public. Is It Legal to Scan Public...
A Tribute in Bronze: The Guide Dog Statue in New Brighton
I scanned the Guide Dog Statue in New Brighton, Wirral, this took about 5 minuets to do with very little clean up at all all, scanned with the Creality Otter and Wireless bridge. Set against the scenic backdrop of New Brighton’s seafront, just outside the Floral...
Why I Use the Creality Otter for Real World 3D Scanning
Why I Use the Creality Otter for Real World 3D ScanningFrom day one, my mission has been simple:Capture the real world in digital form, and bring it back to life through 3D printing. Whether it's a war memorial, a historic statue, or something someone asked me to...
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The Mermaid Trail – New Brighton, Wirral
I Scanned the Mermaid Statue New Brighton, this took about 10 minutes of that to complete and it turned out fantastic.Scanned using the Creality Otter Inspired by the local legend of The Black Rock Mermaid, a mystical figure said to have appeared to a local sailor in...