Lenticular 3D
3D-Lenticular Graphic
This lenticular technology could be useful for advertising and promotional companies who are always looking for the new and effective ways to promote products.
We are interested in establishing long term commercial relations with different companies as photo, frame, gift, book or stationary shops. We are happy to discuss any possibility of working together.
2D to 3D Conversion
Converting 2D images into 3D is an art. Using a proprietary process, we can add depth with realistic roundness on an otherwise flat 2D image. These images can be used for stereo viewing.
If you look around and you will notice that more ads are being done utilizing the advancement in 3D (stereo) technology. Display retail windows, kiosks, airport, and bus stops are using 3D lenticular and flip images to promote their products and services. You will also see them on popular printed publications in the form of anaglyphs (using red / blue glasses). Why? Because 3D gives images the added dimension and impact that prompts curiosity and attention! This translates to, quite simply, a boost in sales.
Unlocking Lenticular Magic
How Lenticular Printing Works
Lenticular printing may appear magical, but its effects are created through a precise and carefully engineered process. Here’s a clear look at how this captivating technique comes to life:
1. Preparing the Visuals
The process begins with the digital images provided by the client. Depending on whether the goal is motion, flip, or 3D depth, each image is divided into very fine strips. These strips serve as the building blocks for the final effect.
2. Interlacing the Images
Next, the image strips are arranged and merged into a single composite file. Although this combined image may look distorted or unusual on its own, it is designed specifically to work in harmony with the lenticular lens.
3. Printing With the Lenticular Lens
The interlaced artwork is then printed directly onto the back of a lenticular lens sheet. Unlike ordinary plastic, this sheet contains hundreds of tiny, precisely shaped lenses. These micro-lenses are engineered to direct light in controlled ways, allowing the illusion to happen.
4. The Visual Effect Appears
As the viewer changes their angle, the lenses reveal different strips of the image:
• For motion or flip effects, each angle displays a different image, creating smooth transitions or animations.• For 3D prints, the lenses send slightly different images to each eye, giving the brain the sense of real depth and dimensionality.
Through this combination of image preparation, interlacing, and lens technology, a flat print transforms into a dynamic and immersive visual experience.
The lenticular lens is mounted on top of the interlace graphic. Aligning the lenticules to the segmented images is the most crucial step in the process.
The process begins with the digital images provided by the client. Depending on whether the goal is motion, flip, or 3D depth, each image is divided into very fine strips. These strips serve as the building blocks for the final effect.
2. Interlacing the Images
Next, the image strips are arranged and merged into a single composite file. Although this combined image may look distorted or unusual on its own, it is designed specifically to work in harmony with the lenticular lens.
3. Printing With the Lenticular Lens
The interlaced artwork is then printed directly onto the back of a lenticular lens sheet. Unlike ordinary plastic, this sheet contains hundreds of tiny, precisely shaped lenses. These micro-lenses are engineered to direct light in controlled ways, allowing the illusion to happen.
4. The Visual Effect Appears
As the viewer changes their angle, the lenses reveal different strips of the image:
• For motion or flip effects, each angle displays a different image, creating smooth transitions or animations.• For 3D prints, the lenses send slightly different images to each eye, giving the brain the sense of real depth and dimensionality.
Through this combination of image preparation, interlacing, and lens technology, a flat print transforms into a dynamic and immersive visual experience.
The lenticular lens is mounted on top of the interlace graphic. Aligning the lenticules to the segmented images is the most crucial step in the process.
Lenticular 3D Artwork Preparation
We need clear Layered Photoshop PSD files.
Layers should be set up in an order that the object which is the closest to the viewer is on top of the layer list.
The main object at front in brighter color and background darker achieves better result, as psychologically, cooler colors tend to recede and warmer colors tend to project.
All layer effects need to be rendered. All hidden layers have to be deleted.
The background layer should be wider than the finish size of the image as compensating the parallax movement.
All fonts that have not be rasterized or outlined have to be supplied.
Logos or important type should be composed to be on or near the aim point , bear in mind that the deeper the object is placed in the final image, the less sharp it is.
All files must be submitted 300dpi at full size, except for Very Large Format projects. These projects require 100dpi. Please consult with us to confirm resolution requirements.
All layer effects need to be rendered. All hidden layers have to be deleted.
The background layer should be wider than the finish size of the image as compensating the parallax movement.
All fonts that have not be rasterized or outlined have to be supplied.
Logos or important type should be composed to be on or near the aim point , bear in mind that the deeper the object is placed in the final image, the less sharp it is.
All files must be submitted 300dpi at full size, except for Very Large Format projects. These projects require 100dpi. Please consult with us to confirm resolution requirements.
