3D Topography on a CNC - A Very New York Present for Jimmy DiResta

I had the pleasure of attending the first ever MakersCamp in the Catskills, where I met Jimmy DiResta for the first time. He has been an inspiration for quite some time, and I wanted to make him a present. I have some experience using greyscale imagery to create 3D topographic models of lakes and other locations, so I thought I would make him a 3D art piece of New York, and carve in into a some beautiful walnut. Not only do I show you the build, but walk you briefly through my process for creating the model and project.
I want to give a huge thanks to the Catskill Makers Camp. This was the first annual, and it was a fantastic and intimate experience - and I would bet that next year will be much larger.
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[@idefix8526]

As a cartograph myself working for the german government i would love to have one of these from the german alps but l guess I will never be able to afford such a cnc o to get my hands on one.

[@ThisIsHowIMadeIt]

What a real cartographer could do tho!

[@thesplinteredfinger]

Tim, I am also a resident of the Smith Mountain Lake area, a CNC owner and a BIG fan of Jimmy Diresta! When I saw your video I couldn’t believe that someone so close had all the same interests. I live off of Scruggs Road in Moneta. Would love to chat with you if you get a chance.

[@danscannell4581]

I live at Lake powell which is mostly in Utah but partially in Arizona. I would like to do a map of the lake but I’m not sure how you would combine the two states into one file. Any suggestions?

[@joebarfield1]

How to go about getting the information to cut out the state of Texas and what kind a CNC machine what I need to do that how much would it cost

[@joebarfield1]

Would it be to make a cut out of college station’s taxes world speedway 3-D on a 2’ x 2’ board

[@ThisIsHowIMadeIt]

Joe, I don't really understand what you are asking. I am not sure how to go about getting models for speedways or stadiums. I am sure it is possible, but I have never done it.

[@WorksbySolo]

Tim, nice job all around. Sweet project, and I also think your camera work, editing, and voiceover all work very well. Good production quality. Looking forward to seeing more. SUBSCRIBED!!

[@ThisIsHowIMadeIt]

High praise Bernie!

[@williamellis8993]

That's great, Tim. Did he like it? He wasn't smiling in the picture.

[@ThisIsHowIMadeIt]

I hope so :).

[@3DAllDayEveryDay]

Very Cool!. and a great time at The Catskills Makers Camp.

[@RyJones]

Cool. I like the epoxy fill for the water.

[@ThisIsHowIMadeIt]

Thanks! Turned out nice!

[@forster46]

Awesome! I've been really wanting to learn to do 3d topography carves but haven't tried to dive into it yet.

[@3DAllDayEveryDay]

Boring Computer Stuff!??

[@ThisIsHowIMadeIt]

Lol