3D Scanner Man Blog

While visiting St Bridgets Church in West Kirby to document the ancient Viking hogback stone, I took a walk through the beautiful surrounding churchyard. Amidst the historic plots, I came across an incredibly ornate, nature inspired Victorian gravestone. As part of my…

Continuing my digital preservation journey through North Wales, my latest project kept me in the beautiful town of Prestatyn. Just off the bustling High Street, situated in a quiet pedestrianized square, stands a deeply touching piece of public art known simply as the…

Stepping over the border into beautiful North Wales, my digital preservation journey brought me to the coastal town of Prestatyn. Located just a stones throw away from the bustling railway station on Station Road is a quiet, leafy haven known as Coronation Gardens….

Taking a short journey outside of Liverpool, my ongoing mission to digitally preserve our most important regional heritage brought me to Warrington. Located right in the heart of the busy Golden Square shopping centre is a deeply moving community art installation and…

Taking a short trip just outside the city centre, my ongoing digital preservation project brought me to the borough of Knowsley. Standing proudly in the heart of the Huyton shopping area is a fantastic bronze tribute to one of the most prominent political figures of…

Walking along the waterfront at the Royal Albert Dock is always a profoundly moving experience. Nestled near the Piermasters House, looking out over the expansive River Mersey, is a powerful bronze monument known as The Crossing, or sometimes the Legacy Sculpture. It…

Walking along the quayside outside the Museum of Liverpool, it is impossible to miss the majestic and powerful presence of a life size bronze horse. Known as Waiting The Monument to the Liverpool Working Horse, this stunning sculpture honours the unsung heroes of our…

Stepping out of Liverpool and heading up to Burscough in Lancashire, my latest digital preservation project took me to a rather unique location. Located right outside the Booths supermarket at the Ringtail Retail Park is a poignant and striking memorial garden….

When you explore the historic business district of Liverpool, specifically around the stunning Exchange Flags, you will discover a profound piece of military and local history. Standing resolutely outside Walker House is the Liverpool Cotton Association War Memorial….

When you step inside the massive, awe inspiring space of the Anglican Liverpool Cathedral, it is easy to be overwhelmed by the sheer scale of the architecture. Yet, tucked away in the peaceful Childrens Chapel, there is an incredibly tender and intimate piece of art…

Returning to the historic grounds of Anfield always feels like stepping onto hallowed turf. While the stadium is filled with tributes to legendary players and managers, there is one very specific monument that honours the man who started it all. Sitting proudly…

Walking toward Anfield always brings a wave of emotion, but my recent visit to the stadium was incredibly poignant. Following the tragic passing of Diogo Jota and his brother Andre Silva in July 2025, thousands of football fans from across the country came together to…

When you explore the Cavern Quarter in Liverpool, there is history waiting around every single corner. While many visitors flock to the monuments outside, there is a hidden gem tucked away inside the Cavern Walks shopping complex. During my ongoing mission to…

Mathew Street is the undisputed beating heart of the musical heritage in Liverpool. Thousands of fans flock here every year to soak in the atmosphere of the Cavern Quarter. During my ongoing mission to digitally preserve our local public art with my Creality Otter…

When you think of Liverpool, it is impossible not to think of The Beatles. As I continued my mission to digitally preserve the iconic public art of our city using my Creality Otter Lite 3D scanner, I knew I had to visit one of our most famous streets. Nestled near the…

Have you ever looked closely at a piece of public art and realized it is made of hundreds of smaller, individual parts? During my ongoing journey to digitally preserve local heritage with my Creality Otter Lite 3D scanner, I ventured just outside Liverpool to St…

Have you ever walked past a historic building and noticed a fascinating architectural detail hidden in plain sight? During my ongoing project to preserve the architectural heritage of Liverpool in 3D, I took my Creality Otter Lite down to Water Street. My target was…

Just a short walk from the Royal Albert Dock, standing proudly at the Pier Head, is one of the most heroic and striking monuments in Liverpool. Looking out over the River Mersey is the bronze statue of Captain Frederic John Walker, affectionately known as Johnnie…