Rock Art in Three Dimensions: Comments on the Use and Possibilities of 3D Rock Art Documentation

Advanced 3D documentation methods for rock art have become a standardized approach, offering significant advantages over older reductive techniques. This study addresses common misunderstandings and highlights recent developments in visualization workflows that can solve most challenges associated with 3D rock art documentation. The research also explores how these methods serve broader scientific purposes, including the discovery of new images and the application of machine learning algorithms. By comparing 3D techniques to traditional approaches, the study provides insights into their effectiveness and potential for enhancing rock art research, particularly in UNESCO World Heritage Sites like Valcamonica.

Horn, C., Peternell, M., Ling, J., Green, A., & Potter, R. (2024). Rock Art in Three Dimensions: Comments on the Use and Possibilities of 3D Rock Art Documentation. The 3 Dimensions of Digitalised Archaeology, 87–108. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-031-53032-6_6