Three-Day Heritage Photogrammetry and Inspection Photography
About the Workshop 2 July 2024 £695
Three-Day Heritage Photogrammetry and Inspection Photography Workshop: York & North Yorkshire
Including York, York Minster, Fountains Abbey, Byland Abbey and National Railway Museum
Barry, the course presenter has over 40 years of photogrammetry and heritage 3D modelling documentation experience and is coincidentally, a Blue Badge Yorkshire Guide. Passionate about the ecclesiastical and industrial heritage.
Day 1: Sunday York's Heritage (York City Center)
- Morning (9:00 AM - 1:00 PM):
- Meet & greet at a central York location.
- Introduction to heritage photography: historical context, capturing architectural deta
- Locations: York Minster, St Mary's Abbey, The Shambles, and some of York’s hidden gems, and Snickleways and photo ops.
- Technical session: camera settings for heritage photography (aperture, shutter speed, ISO), using filters (polarising, ND).
- Lunch break (included) at a traditional York pub.
- Afternoon (2:00 PM - 5:00 PM):
- More of Yorks hidden heritage
- Basic post-processing techniques in Lightroom/Photoshop ( Early evening session at hotel).
Evening Entertainment. Pub tour of York and night photography… mmmm. Partners Welcome
Day 2: Monday Exploring North Yorkshire's Heritage (Fountains Abbey, Ripon Cathedral & Byland Abbey with lunch at Theakston Brewery, Masham.)
- Morning (8:30 AM - 12:30 PM):
- Workshop on 32bit Photogrammetry
- Capturing the gardens and the amazing Unesco World Heritage Site and grounds of Fountains Abbey (weather permitting).
- Lunch break (included) at Theakston Brewery Masham
- Afternoon (2:00 PM - 5:00 PM):
- Travel to Ripon Cathedral and onwards via Boroughbridge to Byland Abbey
- Workshop on photographing historic properties, managing light and reflections, capturing details on weathered facades and flooring.
Evening. Point Cloud Colorisation Master Class with Riegl and RichPix.
Day 3: Tuesday Inspection Photography Techniques (York City Center)
- Morning (9:00 AM - 1:00 PM): York Minster
- Introduction to inspection photography and using 360 imagery : understanding different types of inspections (building, property), legal requirements for documentation.
- Equipment considerations: specialised lenses), lighting for low-light situations.
- Techniques for capturing detailed images of defects, cracks, and wear & tear.
- Hands-on practice session: photographing mock inspection scenarios in a training space.
- Techniques for using photography in 3D modelling for Masonry and Stained glass conservation
Lunch and Photo reviews at York Pub.
- Afternoon (2:00 PM - 4:00 PM):
- National Railway Museum
- Review and discussion of participant's inspection photographs.
- Post-processing techniques for inspection photography: clarity, highlighting specific details.
- Software basics for organising and reporting inspection images.
- Course wrap-up, Q&A, and feedback.
Additional Notes:
- Accommodation is not out included but York has huge variety of accommodation to suit every budget.
- Spouses and partners are more than welcome to join for all evening events
- Transportation between locations will be provided (minibus).
- Entrance fees to all venues are included.
- Breakfast is not included, but recommendations for nearby cafes will be provided.
- Dinners are not included, allowing for exploration of York's diverse restaurants. And pubs…
- A basic understanding of camera operation is recommended.
- Tripods and filters are recommended but not mandatory.
Maximum of 8 Students
This itinerary provides a framework for the workshop. Adjustments can be made based on weather conditions, specific interests within heritage photography, and the availability of locations.
Training Courses
Introduction to Photogrammetry
Introduction to Photogrammetry
Introduction to Photogrammetry
Photogrammetry Workshop (10 Hours)
This workshop will introduce participants to the exciting world of photogrammetry, the process of creating 3D models from photographs. The workshop will cover the theoretical foundations, practical techniques for capturing high-quality images, and processing them into 3D models using software.
Target Audience: This workshop is designed for beginners with no prior experience in photogrammetry. Basic photography skills are helpful but not mandatory.
Advanced Photogrammetry
Introduction to Photogrammetry
Introduction to Photogrammetry
Advanced Photogrammetry ( 20 Hours)
This intensive course provides a comprehensive exploration of photogrammetry, from foundational concepts to advanced techniques, specialised workflows, and real-world applications. Students will gain proficiency in professional-grade software, explore diverse photogrammetry approaches, and delve into integrating LiDAR data and 360° imagery for enhanced results.
This course is designed for individuals with a basic understanding of photography and computers. Prior experience with photogrammetry software is helpful but not essential.
Advanced 360 Imagery
Introduction to Photogrammetry
3D Modelling with Rhino
Advanced 360 Imagery Course
This course is designed for individuals with a working knowledge of creating and manipulating 360° imagery. It delves deeper into advanced capture techniques, post-processing workflows, interactive elements, and specialised applications of 360° content.
3D Modelling with Rhino
LOD Optimisation for Reality Capture
3D Modelling with Rhino
3D modelling from point clouds using Rhino 8 and Veesus
This course dives into the world of point cloud modelling using Rhino 3D and the powerful Veesus plugin. You'll learn how to leverage point cloud data, captured from 3D scanners, to create accurate and detailed 3D models.
LOD Optimisation for Reality Capture
LOD Optimisation for Reality Capture
LOD Optimisation for Reality Capture
NEW ! Reality Capture Optimisation !
Feeling overwhelmed by heavy 3D models?
RICHPiX LOD optimisation course empowers you to transform reality capture data into lightweight, efficient models for real-time applications and smooth workflows.
Master techniques for:
- Imposter creation & foliage integration
- Draw call reduction strategies
- Remeshing and polygon optimization
Unleash the full potential of your reality capture projects!
Image Managment with Lightroom
LOD Optimisation for Reality Capture
LOD Optimisation for Reality Capture
Image Management with Lightroom
Is your organisation drowning in a sea of digital photos? Scattered images across departments, projects, and individual computers create chaos and waste valuable time searching.
This 5-hour, application-focused workshop will transform your team's photo management with Lightroom. Learn how to leverage its database and key wording tools to create a centralised, searchable system, saving countless hours and boosting productivity.
"The twenty minutes on Exporting recipes continues to save us the course cost every week. Three or four times that across our operations. I dread how much money we have wasted over the years."
TfL
"Our Asset Inspection teams capture 50,000 images, including 360 imagery. Every week. 54 weeks a year. Without Barry's guidance and help, we could not have managed this without driving ourselves and our clients mad.'
EDF
"RichPix does exactly what it says on the tin. Rich information, Rich deliverables, Rich experience. Rich rewards"
Ashok, L&T Mumbai