Reflectance Transformation Imaging (RTI) Training

Course

In London

£ 1,200 VAT inc.

Description

  • Type

    Course

  • Level

    Intermediate

  • Location

    London

  • Class hours

    24h

  • Duration

    4 Days

This four-day course will train you to be able to set up, capture, process, view, assess and disseminate reflectance transformation images (RTI).
RTI, also known as polynomial texture mapping (PTM), is a high-resolution, non-invasive and non-destructive imaging technique for documenting fine surface details. Unlike conventional photographs, images created using RTI can be virtually relit, with the direction of the light source moved around in real-time to give a 3D appearance to surface shapes.
By attending this course you'll:
learn how to apply highlight RTI
become proficient in capture, processing and manipulation of RTI datasets for diverse applications
become familiar with related computational photography and processing techniques for augmenting and re-using RTI data
You'll also have the opportunity to apply what you've learnt in small teams of 2-3 people.
You'll gain experience in applying RTI to portable objects and larger fixed surfaces of various material types.

Facilities

Location

Start date

London
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Gower Street, WC1E 6BT

Start date

On request

About this course

Following this course you'll be able to:
set up, capture and process RTI images
use different viewing modes to examine and assess details of the image
disseminate RTI images on the internet

This course is suitable for:
museum, library and photographic staff working in conservation and education
archaeologists, historians and anyone working with collections who wants to learn about emerging digital imaging techniques
anyone interested in RTI technology and its practical application

To attend this course you should have basic photography and computer skills.

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2018

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Subjects

  • Imaging
  • RTI
  • Digital-imaging
  • Planning
  • Software
  • Image capture
  • Consulting services
  • USB
  • Reflectance Transformation Imaging
  • Reflectance Transformation

Course programme

Subjects the course will cover include:

  • the RTI digital-imaging work flow, from planning to archiving and publication
  • practical information about equipment, image capture setups and software
  • the step-by-step processing of images
  • how to use different viewing modes to examine details of the image

You'll also learn about examples of RTI from different areas of cultural heritage, including museum objects, archaeological sites and artefacts, conservation usage and paper collections.

Teaching and structure

The course is held over four days (Monday to Thursday) and involves lectures, demonstrations and practical hands-on sessions. It's led by Dr Kathryn Piquette.

Following the course you'll receive a USB drive with finished RTI examples, data shot during the course, and technical and equipment tips.

You'll also be able to have two free hours of AiC consulting services (valid for one year after the course).

Reflectance Transformation Imaging (RTI) Training

£ 1,200 VAT inc.