This is a tutorial on creating a laser cut contour map using ordnance surveys opendata.
Laser cut topo maps.
Laser cut contour maps.
Makes a perfect gift and can be customized any way you wish.
Scott shambaugh created this map of his hometown as a gift for his parents.
The depths of the water are laser carved in baltic birch wood.
We are a small family owned boutique offering a unique range of handmade 3d laser cut topographic maps.
Hey scott this post is selfless beautiful and is the sole reason why i can now laser cut topographic maps.
Your favorite place in the world is now the most unique piece of art in your home.
My laser cut wood flat topographic maps are as described maps on a single layer of wood.
The maps work best when you a.
Woodscape maps are 3d wooden maps for your interior home or office.
This layered laser cut map however is an object that directly reflects the elevation of portland maine.
Nautical wood maps are 3d underwater topographic wooden maps bathymetric charts made from layers of laser cut baltic birch wood to show in carved relief an accurate and artistic description of the nautical terrain.
I cut the map using a k40 laser with an upgraded smoothie board.
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The river or lake is depicted by colored mat board underneath.
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Made in the us with precision laser cutters and finished by hand each wood map is custom made uniquely for you.
I think the contours provide a pleasing and interesting aesthetic.
Laser cut topographic maps shop the collection use left right arrows to navigate the slideshow or swipe left right if using a mobile device.
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You can use usgs earth explorer to get your black and white image shown step3 which i believe is a dem.