Preserving my Grandpa with 3D Photogrammetry

Things got a little wild after I used photogrammetry to convert a bust of my grandpa into a 3D model... then starting printing him.

Things mentioned in the video (some links are affiliate links):

Special thanks to my entire family—most especially Aunt Margie for sharing her Italy story over Zoom, Alan for sharing photos from Rome, and Sam for the initial idea that sparked a months-long journey towards the video you see today!

#Photogrammetry #3D #Grandpa

Contents:

00:00 - It was a bust
00:40 - It started with an email
01:53 - How the tables turn
03:05 - Photogrammetry fails
03:46 - A Family Man
06:30 - Photogrammetry success!
07:27 - First print
10:25 - This one's for you
11:23 - Coffee and Donuts

[susangeerling]

Jeff, as your mother, this is the Piece De Resistance of all your videos! I laughed, cried, and loved all of it! I love our wacky, wonderful family. You did grandpa proud!

[DigitalArchmage]

You probably didn't intend for crying, but something about the whole thing got me. Came for 3D printing, stayed for cool story about your grandpa.

[johanna]

You know first I thought the ketchup bottle cap would be a tad inappropriate towards him, but after hearing his story this is totally wholesome!

[iam.jasonhoward]

Man, I love this video. It’s sentimental, educational, and funny. What an awesome way to remember your grandad. 💯

[mmnewman]

Thank you for honoring grandpa / dad so beautifully. Next time, I'll bring some of those packets!

[InMyElement]

Dont care what anyone says, RSJ is an absolute legend. And your Grandpa sounds Awesome too!

[p-thor]

Goes into a loving rant about his grandfather.
But I digress. Lol
Thanks for sharing Jeff

[codemonkeyhacks]

The story of your grandfather was very touching and funny.
Also, waited the entire video to see your reaction to the 'coffee enhanced' donut, priceless!

[cheifthumbs]

I buried my parents this last year. Mom and Dad were married for 62 years. They passed 9 months apart. Dad was 87 and Mom was 83. You told a beautiful story Jeff. Thank you for that. I need loud music now.

[CHTO]

This is such a beautiful hommage to your grandfather. If more people had caring and loving relatives I think the world would be a happier place.

[cormackeenan]

In my case, my mother obsessed about a chocolate shoe she saw as a child in a confectionery shop that her parents could not afford to buy her, so on her 80th birthday my sister had one hand made which required considerable skill on behalf of the confectioner.

Its funny the things that form our memories.

[spacewolfjr]

You have honoured your grand pepper in ways he could not have imagined

[johnsonlam]

Romantic and touching story, your grandpa did a good example for others.

[frankbohnen]

What better way to honor a loved family member, very well done Jeff and your family.

[otter-pro]

A great video, not just tech or raspberry pi, but emotional heart-warming story intertwined with technology.

[detaer]

This is the sweetest thing I have seen on the internet in a while. Thanks for sharing your family with all of us.

[AquaPoki]

Your grandpa must be the wonderful person in the world!

[theDevPanda]

Ketchup grandpa is amazing. I wish I'd known either of my grandfathers, but this made me smile. Thank you.

[BJAguiar]

This is your best video up till now, buddy. The one with less spoken technical details (with links to cope with it), but it has tech as it should be at least most of the time: a great tool for making life better. Great job!

[peterkambasis]

That was a little different, but enjoyable! Your grandpa had great taste. Ketchup on veal is amazing. I sometimes make it into a sandwich with buttered wonder bread too. chef's kiss.