{"id":24004,"date":"2016-03-03T15:38:40","date_gmt":"2016-03-03T15:38:40","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.shapeways.com\/blog\/?p=24004"},"modified":"2017-04-17T12:40:13","modified_gmt":"2017-04-17T16:40:13","slug":"introducing-coated-full-color-sandstone-your-3d-selfie-has-never-looked-better","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.shapeways.com\/blog\/introducing-coated-full-color-sandstone-your-3d-selfie-has-never-looked-better","title":{"rendered":"Introducing Coated Full Color Sandstone: Your 3D selfie has never looked better!"},"content":{"rendered":"

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One of the most amazing aspects of 3D scanning is the ability to digitize a form, space, shape or even human. With Shapeways you’re able to transform those scans and memories into tangible objects you can hold in your hand, and today we’re introducing a new material perfect for all your 3D scans: Coated Full Color Sandstone.<\/p>\n

Coated Full Color Sandstone adds a glossy finish to your full color designs to give a more premium and finished look. The coating is sprayed on, providing an even and consistent surface finish. It adds some water resistance and durability to all your Full Color Sandstone products, and is especially great for 3D scans. \u00a0While some makers have been playing and experimenting with the material for months, it’s now officially available in our marketplace for anyone to get their own gorgeous glossy 3D selfie.<\/p>\n

As 3D scanning becomes more popular and accessible, people are realizing how much fun it can be to create miniature versions of themselves, friends and family to collect. Just like photos, they are a great way to preserve memories, and the finish of Coated Full Color Sandstone ensures they will look great on display. The colors are more vibrant and the final look is a little more finished and professional.<\/p>\n

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Last year we announced multiple locations in New York<\/a> and in the Netherlands<\/a> where anyone can get scanned and receive their very own 3D selfie. It just takes a minute or so of standing still while you’re being scanned, and then you’ll be able to have your very own selfie to hold in your hand. If you are a maker and looking to add 3D scanning to your repertoire, check out how to get started scanning<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Want to try it out on yourself? If you’re in the New York area head over to Pixel Academy<\/a> to get yourself and your family scanned. If you’re in the Netherlands, check out the list of scanning locations<\/a> to find the place nearest you!<\/p>\n

Check out this demonstration of Coated Full Color Sandstone, featuring Dan and Stan!<\/p>\n