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Ryan Florcke

During this course I'll be teaching you how to use a pair of inexpensive 360 cameras with a front and rear lens to create 360/3D VR photos that you can view on your desktop, TV, or on a VR Headset. Overall, the process produces results that are largely comparable to 3D/360 cameras costing thousands of dollars, but allows you to achieve them for a fraction of the cost.

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During this course I'll be teaching you how to use a pair of inexpensive 360 cameras with a front and rear lens to create 360/3D VR photos that you can view on your desktop, TV, or on a VR Headset. Overall, the process produces results that are largely comparable to 3D/360 cameras costing thousands of dollars, but allows you to achieve them for a fraction of the cost.

The course will walk you through a full 360 post-processing workflow that has been optimized for 3D/Stereoscopic results. We'll cover how to build a simple Do-It-Yourself 3D Rig, how to take multiple exposures, how to align exposures even when you take pictures without a tripod, how to blend exposures together to produce High Dynamic Range images, how to manipulate your photos to produce a realistic 3D effect in 360 degrees, how to use all of the software tools and features you’ll need to succeed in your own projects, and much more.

When you're done this course, you'll be ready to produce amazing and immersive 3D VR Photos. What you do from there is up to you. Perhaps you'll want to leverage your skills to start a new career. Or maybe you'll want to use them to relive your memories in a way that makes you feel like you're stepping right back into them. You're only limited by your imagination.

To help make the 360/3D post-processing workflow more efficient, I'll be providing you with a suite of Photoshop Actions that will help to automate all of the time-consuming and repetitive tasks associated with layer and file management, reducing hours of work to mere seconds so that you can focus on the artistic and image-specific parts of the workflow where your attention is really needed. This suite of actions has a value of over $100 USD, but as a subscriber to this course you'll get the package for free.

I also have a number of updates to the course already in the works, all of which you'll be able to benefit from at no additional cost.

Now, as I mentioned above, the techniques I'll be showing you in this course provide you with a cost-effective solution for creating 360/3D photos that are visually similar to ones captured by cameras costing thousands of dollars. There is, however, one small trade-off for all that money you'll be saving that results from the structure of dual-lens cameras. Because of the placement of their lenses, we'll be left with a very narrow 2D area at the extreme sides of the image. In most cases, though, that 2D line is virtually invisible unless you're really looking for it, and sometimes even then, making this minor trade-off more than worth the cost savings. And if the 2D line ever is noticeable, it can be corrected with a simple depth map, which is something I'll be teaching you how to do in an upcoming update. If you're not familiar with depth maps, you can see a sample by looking at the "What's Next" section at the end of the course, which is one of the free preview lessons. That said, so far I've only come across one case where I've found it worthwhile to use a depth map, and that's the image we'll be working on in this course. In fact, that's one of the reasons I chose it for the course ... it was the only one I could find where I thought the effects of a depth map would be noticeable. The photo also has just about every other problem you're ever likely to run across in your own projects, which is what makes it the perfect case for learning the techniques taught in this course.

To get a deeper sense of what you'll be learning here, please take a few minutes to watch the Introductory section of the course, offered as part of a free preview. And to see samples of images created using the techniques taught here, check out the companion website at 360-3D-COURSE.COM and click on the "Samples" link in the menu.

I look forward to working with you on this project and I hope to see you soon.

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What's inside

Learning objectives

  • Take and blend multiple exposures for hdr images
  • Align exposures even when they were taken without a tripod
  • Correct the photos from your cameras in post-processing to arrive at the intended 360/3d result
  • Learn why the techniques in this course work so you will intuitively understand how to solve problems in your own projects
  • Build a simple do-it-yourself 3d rig for your cameras
  • Learn how to use photoshop actions and how to leverage them in a 3d post-processing workflow
  • Learn how to use the various software tools used in this workflow and that you will use in your own projects

Syllabus

Introduction
Course Structure
Project Folder Structure
Boilerplate Folder Structure
Read more
Getting the Course Photos
Download Photos
Stitching the Course Photos
Download & Install Mi Sphere Desktop App
Stitch the Course Photos with the Mi Sphere App
Software & Tools
In This Section
Combine Views with StereoPhoto Maker
Before Downloading FLEXIFY...
Download & Install - Flexify 2
Download & Install - 3DCombine
Download & Install - StereoPhoto Maker
Download & Install - GoPro VR
Download & Install - Photoshop Actions Suite
The Photoshop Actions Suite
Photoshop Actions Suite: An Overview

What do you remember from this section?

Setting the Stage: Barebones 3D Test
Combine Views with 3DCombine
Combine Views with Photoshop Actions
3D Demo: Anaglyphs
3D Demo: VR Headset
Getting Started
Using Multiple Exposures for HDR Images
Taking Mulitple Exposures for HDR Images
HDR Shooting Methods
Mi Sphere Bracketing Setting
Creating the LEFT View & Adding Exposures
Introduction to the Process
Evaluating & Selecting Exposures
Creating New LEFT View
Color-Adjusting the BASE Exposure
Adding Another Exposure
Manually Aligning Exposures in the LEFT View
Introduction to Flexify
The Complication of 3D
Aligning with Flexify in LEFT View
Introduction to Puppet Warp
Aligning with Puppet Warp in LEFT View
PSD DOWNLOAD: Manually Aligned Exposures in LEFT View
Color-Adjusting Exposure in the LEFT View
Introduction to Color-Adjusting Multiple Exposures
Color-Adjusting the Additional Exposure
Blending Exposures in the LEFT View
Introduction to Exposure Blending
Understanding Masks in Photoshop
Understanding Selections in Photoshop
Getting Started with Luminosity Masks
Luminosity Masks: Applying Masks
Luminosity Masks: Using Selections
Fine-Tuning Luminosity Masks
Blending with Custom Luminosity Mask
Luminosity Mask From Color Range
Finalizing HDR for LEFT View
PSD DOWNLOAD: Blended Exposures in LEFT View
Catching Up In the RIGHT View
Creating RIGHT View & Adding Exposures
Applying Flexify from LEFT View
Strategic Approach to Flexify
Fine-Tuning Flexify
Applying Puppet Warp from LEFT View
Strategic Approach to Puppet Warp
Fine-Tuning Puppet Warp
PSD DOWNLOAD: Puppet Warp Fine-Tuned for RIGHT View
Color-Adjusting the RIGHT View
Blending Exposures in the RIGHT View
PSD DOWNLOAD: Blended Exposures in RIGHT View
Removing the Cameras & 3D Rig
In LEFT: Removing Camera - Step 1
In LEFT: Removing Camera - Step 2
PSD DOWNLOAD - Camera Removed from LEFT View
In LEFT: Removing 3D Rig
PSD DOWNLOAD - Camera & Rig Removed from LEFT View
In RIGHT: Removing Camera - Step 1
In RIGHT: Removing Camera - Step 2
PSD DOWNLOAD - Camera Removed from RIGHT View
In RIGHT: Removing 3D Rig
PSD DOWNLOAD - Camera & Rig Removed from RIGHT View
Aligning the Front Views
Combining the Views
Aligning the Views
PSD DOWNLOAD - Front Views Vertically Aligned
Distortions in the Back
Why the Rear View is Distorted

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Provides step-by-step guidance for creating dynamic 360/3D VR photos using the Photoshop Actions Suite, enhancing efficiency in post-processing
Utilizes affordable 360 cameras with front and rear lenses, allowing learners to achieve high-quality results without substantial financial investment
Aims to guide learners with varying levels of experience, offering a balanced approach for both beginners and those with some prior knowledge in photography
Specifically designed for hobbyists, photographers, and anyone interested in capturing memories and experiences in a more immersive and interactive format
Involves creating High Dynamic Range images by blending multiple exposures, ensuring optimal exposure in different parts of a scene
Requires learners to have their own 360 cameras and necessary software, which may pose additional expenses for some
Assumes learners have a basic understanding of photography concepts, such as aperture, shutter speed, and ISO

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Re-calibrate your camera before each shoot
By practicing calibration, you will become very familiar with possible distortion and alignment problems you may encounter during a shoot.
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  • Set up your camera according to the instructions in the manual.
  • Take a practice photo and examine it for any signs of distortion or misalignment.
  • Adjust the camera's settings to correct any problems you find.
  • Repeat steps 2 and 3 until you are satisfied with the results.
Attend a workshop on 360/3D VR photography
By attending a workshop on 360/3D VR photography, you will gain hands-on experience with the necessary equipment and techniques, and you will be able to get feedback from experienced professionals.
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  • Research different workshops and choose one that is appropriate for your level of experience and interests.
  • Register for the workshop and pay the registration fee.
  • Attend the workshop and participate in all of the activities.
  • Take notes and ask questions throughout the workshop.
  • Practice what you have learned after the workshop.
Read 'Learning OpenCV 3'
Review this book to refresh your knowledge of OpenCV, computer vision, and image processing.
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  • Read the first three chapters of the book.
  • Complete the exercises in the first three chapters.
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Complete OpenCV tutorials
Complete the OpenCV tutorials to practice your skills.
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  • Complete the OpenCV tutorials on image processing.
  • Complete the OpenCV tutorials on computer vision.
Watch OpenCV video tutorials
Watch OpenCV video tutorials to learn more about the library.
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  • Watch OpenCV video tutorials on YouTube.
  • Watch OpenCV video tutorials on Udemy.
Attend an OpenCV meetup
Attend an OpenCV meetup to connect with other OpenCV users.
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  • Find an OpenCV meetup in your area.
  • Attend the meetup.
  • Meet other OpenCV users and learn from them.
Attend an OpenCV workshop
Attend an OpenCV workshop to learn from experts.
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  • Find an OpenCV workshop in your area.
  • Attend the workshop.
  • Learn from the experts and ask questions.
Contribute to an OpenCV project
Contribute to an OpenCV project to gain real-world experience.
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  • Find an OpenCV project to contribute to.
  • Make a contribution to the project.
  • Submit a pull request.
Mentor other OpenCV users
Mentor other OpenCV users to help them learn and grow.
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  • Find other OpenCV users who need help.
  • Provide them with guidance and support.
  • Help them overcome challenges and achieve their goals.
Create a portfolio of your best 360/3D VR photos
By creating a portfolio of your best 360/3D VR photos, you will have a tangible showcase of your skills and abilities, which you can later reference when applying for jobs or seeking new clients.
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  • Select your best 360/3D VR photos.
  • Create a website or online portfolio to display your photos.
  • Optimize your website or portfolio for search engines.
  • Promote your website or portfolio on social media.
  • Update your portfolio regularly with new work.

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