Dominican Monastery
in Šćedro
Photogrammetry documentation of a medieval monastery in Croatia
The Dominican Monastery in Šćedro
The Dominican Monastery of Saint Mary of Mercy is a historical site on a small island of Šćedro in Croatia. Its construction date is unknown. The monastery played a vital role in the spiritual and cultural life of the local community and was mentioned in available documents in 1460. In the 18th century, French military took control of the island, and the monastery complex became state property. It was later sold in 1898, paving the way for permanent settlement on the island. Today, the monastery’s legacy is felt throughout Šćedro, and its significance to the community is still visible.
Media and supporters
The project was carried out in co-operation with SEAmagination and the Friends of the island of Šćedro Association
THE PROCESS
Scanning the whole area with both buildings inside and outside in one day, required a team of four people and some planning.
photographs
The photographs were taken with one DLSR camera and one compact camera. Two team members where photographing every wall and every detail for a few hours, until everything was documented from ground level.
drone videos
Then we used a drone to film the area and the buildings from the top and multiple angles around.
The outcomes
Photogrammetric documentation of the Dominican Monastery in Šćedro.
Outcome #1
3D Model
The 3d photogrammetry model of the monastery has been created and optimised for online viewing on Sketchfab platform and embedding into websites.
Outcome #2
A Fly-through Animation
The detailed fly-through animation published on YouTube allowed the local community and tourist board for better on-line promotion of this unique point of interest.
Outcome #3
3D renders
Thanks to this detailed and highly accurate 3D model, the Submerged team created a series of 3D visualisations of the monastery.
ADDITIONAL PUBLICATIONS
Learn more about digital conservation of cultural heritage and 3D scanning projects.
THE TEAM
This photogrammetry documentation project would not be possible if not for the co-operation of some dedicated and skilled people.
Photographers
Mariusz Milka | Submerged Foundation
Photogrammetry data aquisition and 3D model creation
Ewelina Heil | SEAmagination
Photogrammetry data acquisition
Nina Marijan
Drone Photography
Mia Marijan
Drone Photography