Escuela de Primavera: Workshop on 3D Lift and Modeling of Cultural Heritage

ABOUT THE INTERNATIONAL TRAINING SCHOOL

The initiative is organized under the direction of the Department of Architecture and Design (DAD), Politecnico di Torino, in close cooperation with AICS – Italian Agency for Development Cooperation, the Escuela Taller de Cartagena, and the Municipality of Cartagena, and is held with the endorsement of CIPA Heritage Documentation.

This workshop on 3D Lift and Modeling of Cultural Heritage combines theoretical instruction and hands-on fieldwork, in order to train participants in 3D surveying and modelling of cultural heritage. Thus, they will be using integrated methods such as photogrammetry, SLAM, and UAVs. Practical activities focus on documenting the Bastion of Santo Domingo and Cartagena’s UNESCO-listed city walls through supervised, small-group fieldwork and 3D model production.

The school is designed for young researchers, emerging professionals, PhD candidates, and specialists in heritage documentation. Participation is limited to 20 individuals and is free of charge. The school will provide surveying equipment and software. However, attendees are expected to bring their own laptops and digital cameras.

PROGRAMME AND APPLICATION

Programme structure includes 6 hours of online lectures in February-March. These will be followed by on-site activities, from March 9-13. Activities namely include hands-on surveying and processing in Cartagena, culminating in final group presentations and certificates of attendance. The lectures will be given in Spanish.

To apply: send via email a concise CV (1 page max) by February 10, 2026 to: paolo.mellano[at]polito.it and annalisa.dameri[at]polito.it
The email subject must be: Candidatura Escuela de Primavera.