3D AND JOURNALISM

3D is basically the quality of being three dimensional. Three dimensional shapes are those shapes which are the outcome of a flat object being defined or adding life to flatness of an object. In 3D, we important terms which are 3D rendering and Texture.

What is 3D rendering?

This the process of converting a 3D model into a 2D image with 3D photo realistic rendering on a computer.

What is Texture?

Texture is the feel, appearance or consistency of a surface or substance.Texture as directed to 3D graphics is the representation of surface of an object.

WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN A 3D OBJECT AND A 2D OBJECT?

In a computer work space, the difference between 3D and 2D is that, 2D is "Flat" and uses the horizontal and vertical (X and Y) dimensions and the image only has two dimensions and if  turned to the side becomes a line. When depth (Z) is added to the image, it becomes a 3D object, thus the difference.

2D is more of a sketch of what has to be made and when life is given to that particular sketch, it becomes a 3D model.

                 

3D SHAPE                                                                   2D SHAPE

 HOW IS 3D ENABLING CHANGE IN JOURNALISM

With time comes evolution. 3D has helped add a more realistic approach to journalism with various innovations like 3D printing.

What is 3D Printing?

3D Printing refers to various processes of synthesizing a 3 dimensional object.It may also be referred to as Additive Manufacturing (AM)

In the process of 3D printing, successive layers of material are formed under the computer to create an object. These objects come in any form, shape or geometry and are produced from a 3D model or other electronic data source. A 3D printer is a type of industrial robot.

  

3D journalism is not only confined to 3D printing, but also has other various forms for example Gone Gitmo

What is "Gone Gitmo?"

It is a project by former journalist named De Le Penas. The project was  used to depict evidence about detention centers  and experiences inmates there to create a life like representation of what being imprisoned would be like and included audio clips that recreated certain sounds and diary entries.

Another 3D project is that of Oculus Rift: An invention by Palmer Luckey

With Oculus Rift, participants in a news story are allowed privilege to experience news as portrayed in for example the war in Afghanistan. The participant has an inside look, which makes it more interesting

. THE OCULUS RIFT

The innovations are creating a positive impact on journalism in that the audience feel more included and also experience journalism like never before. So many innovations are still coming up, which making a positive change to journalism, but bearing in mind that the old way of journalism should not fade or be forgotten as "Old is Gold."

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