Directions:

1. Choose one original photograph you have taken that clearly shows a strong sense of depth.

   • Your image should:

     1. Have a clear foreground, middle ground, and background

     2. Include overlapping objects

     3. Show noticeable spatial distance between elements

     4. Not be overly cluttered

2. Print the same image 3–5 times as a 5x7 print. 

   • Yes, you'll need to print outside of school. Staples near M-A can do this for you.

3. Before cutting anything, carefully examine your image.

   • On a separate sheet of paper, clearly define:

   • Foreground (Closest to the lens)

     1. What object(s) are nearest to the camera?

   • Middle Ground

     1. What elements sit between the foreground and background?

   • Background 

     1. What is furthest away?

4. You will now physically separate the depth layers.

   • Materials:

     1. 3–5 identical 5x7 prints

     2. Xacto knife

     3. Cutting board (REQUIRED)

     4. Permanent mounting squares (foam adhesive recommended)

   • HOW TO:

     1. Base Layer (Background)

        • Leave one print fully intact. This will serve as your bottom layer.

     2. Middle Ground Layer

        • On the second print, carefully cut around the middle ground objects.

        • Remove everything else.

     3. Foreground Layer

        • On the third print, precisely cut around only the foreground object(s).

        • (Optional) If your image contains more than three strong depths, you can create additional layers.

5. Assemble your 3D image

   •  Place the full background print on the bottom.

   • Use permanent mounting squares to attach the middle ground layer slightly raised above the background.

   • Add additional mounting squares to stack the foreground layer on top.

   • Make sure layers align properly.

   • Edges should be clean and precise.

6. Your final result should visually POP with noticeable space.

7. AIM FOR at least 5 LAYERS!