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Thomas Flynn @nebulousflynn.bsky.social · 31/08/2026

I hope this is just the beginning of bigger work towards sustainable access to the UK's cultural heritage 3D data — and the stories it tells. Please read, comment, and join in where you can!

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Thomas Flynn @nebulousflynn.bsky.social · 31/08/2026

Some project numbers: • 88 UK heritage orgs engaged • 52 survey responses • 27 hours of interviews • 15 platform reviews • 10+ presentations • 7 Expert Perspective Interviews • 2 online workshops • 1 in-person un-conference • 1 person running it all... me!

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Thomas Flynn @nebulousflynn.bsky.social · 31/08/2026

• Specific recommendations on using Sketchfab (or any free commercial platform) • Scoping a new Platform for UK Heritage 3D Data • ...and much more!

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Thomas Flynn @nebulousflynn.bsky.social · 31/08/2026

The report (open access via Google Drive for now, Wiki Commons version in the works) covers: • Key Findings, Recommendations & Opportunities • A detailed Roadmap for the sector's future

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Thomas Flynn @nebulousflynn.bsky.social · 31/08/2026

Through extensive engagement with a diverse range of UK 3D data producers, a picture emerges of a sector facing many deep-rooted challenges to proper 3D data management.

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Thomas Flynn @nebulousflynn.bsky.social · 31/08/2026

Prompted by sector-wide concerns about the future of cultural heritage 3D data on Sketchfab — concerns compounded by its recent resale to a new owner — the project challenges the idea that commercial platforms are the sole cause of data precarity.

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Thomas Flynn @nebulousflynn.bsky.social · 31/08/2026

The report and its supporting outputs are the culmination of many months of work with the UK heritage 3D data community, undertaken in partnership with @wikimediauk.bsky.social and funded by The National Lottery Heritage Fund.

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Thomas Flynn @nebulousflynn.bsky.social · 31/08/2026

I am proud to share the UK 3D Heritage Data at Risk project final report with you! 🔗 Link at the end of this thread.

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Thomas Flynn @nebulousflynn.bsky.social · 17/08/2026

I've managed all things 3D on the project: from an early draft scan that helped set client expectations and secure buy-in for the full capture, through planning and executing a laser scan & extensive terrestrial + drone photogrammetry, to publishing the data across 3D platforms.

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Thomas Flynn @nebulousflynn.bsky.social · 17/08/2026

Announcing Guildhall 3D, a multidisciplinary project by Cradle of English creating the most complete digital 3D record of City of London's historic Great Hall! 🏛️ Read more in my latest article for The Spatial Heritage Review: nebulousflynn.substack.com/p/announcing...

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Thomas Flynn @nebulousflynn.bsky.social · 25/05/2026

This project is conducted in partnership with @wikimediauk.bsky.social media UK and funded by The National Lottery Heritage Fund.

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Thomas Flynn @nebulousflynn.bsky.social · 25/05/2026

💷 Individually assessed bursaries are available for those unable to fully fund their attendance. Please note we can only support expenses incurred within the UK. To apply, please see details on the event page.

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Thomas Flynn @nebulousflynn.bsky.social · 25/05/2026

ℹ️ Open to all UK professionals and non-professionals working with digital #3D heritage data. Registration is free but space is limited to ensure high-quality collaborative sessions.

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Thomas Flynn @nebulousflynn.bsky.social · 25/05/2026

📅 When: 11th June 2026 | 09:00 – 16:00 📍 Where: Fusion Building, Bournemouth University. 💸 Cost: FREE! (+ travel bursaries are available). Please register early to secure your spot in shaping the future of the UK’s digital legacy 🚀✨

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Thomas Flynn @nebulousflynn.bsky.social · 25/05/2026

The final event for the UK Heritage 3D Data at Risk is happening soon! "H3DAR Un-Conference: Shaping the Future of UK Heritage 3D Data" 🎟️ Full details and registration here: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/h3dar-un-c... #H3DAR #GLAM3D

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Thomas Flynn @nebulousflynn.bsky.social · 15/05/2026

Experiencing 360° flight via the A1 and Vision Goggles is *FUN* and direct video to #3DGS processing in the cloud takes a lot of the grind out of producing usable spatial results. The article is full of links for you to explore the outputs on Playcanvas Supersplat.

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Thomas Flynn @nebulousflynn.bsky.social · 15/05/2026

In which I share my experience using the Antigravity A1 360° drone and Insta360 X5 to capture some local cultural heritage (and other) subjects, processing them into #GaussianSplatting with Splatica and MipMap.

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Thomas Flynn @nebulousflynn.bsky.social · 15/05/2026

Just in time for the weekend, I'm glad to share my latest article with you, a follow to the recent #ProjectETERNAL announcement: "Documenting and Visualising Heritage with the Antigravity A1 + Gaussian Splatting" 🔗 nebulousflynn.substack.com/p/documentin... #3DScanning #CulturalHeritage #GLAM3D

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Documenting and Visualising Heritage with the Antigravity A1 + Gaussian Splatting

Testing some of the latest 360° > gaussian splat pipelines...

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Thomas Flynn @nebulousflynn.bsky.social · 24/04/2026

💪 Ready to capture some history? 🔗 Learn More & Join the Challenge: antigravity.tech/gb/project-e... 🔗 Shop Antigravity A1 using my affiliate link for a free gift! antigravity.tech/gb/drone/ant... #ProjectETERNAL #GaussianSplatting #3DScanning #Insta360 #AntigravityA1 #CulturalHeritage

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Antigravity｜Official Website｜Immersive 8K 360 Drone

We're Antigravity, and we're redefining the drone industry.

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Thomas Flynn @nebulousflynn.bsky.social · 24/04/2026

Pleased to announce my support for the Antigravity x Insta 360 Project ETERNAL, in partnership with CyArk and Splatica. I'll be helping judge the community challenge & providing a quick 360° > Gaussian Splat case study... Learn more: nebulousflynn.substack.com/p/announcing...

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Thomas Flynn @nebulousflynn.bsky.social · 24/03/2026

Another big round of layoff's at Epic Games 😔 www.epicgames.com/site/en-US/n... Hoping folks at Sketchfab and all impacted are doing OK, all things considered... Never a pleasant experience to go through but hopefully it's just the start of a new, positive chapter 🩵

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Today’s layoffs

This note was sent to Epic employees today.

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Thomas Flynn @nebulousflynn.bsky.social · 23/03/2026

The UK Heritage 3D Data at Risk project is conducted in partnership with @wikimediauk.bsky.social and funded by The National Lottery Heritage Fund. #H3DAR #GLAM3D

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Thomas Flynn @nebulousflynn.bsky.social · 23/03/2026

Next up: 🧼 Clean up data ready for analysis. ✒️ Synthesise findings into a concise and useful report (no pressure 😅). 📰 Publish and share the report. 🪩 In person un-conference style event planned for early June to plan next steps (more info as I have it). #H3DAR #GLAM3D

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Thomas Flynn @nebulousflynn.bsky.social · 23/03/2026

So far: 📝 52 survey respondents. 🎙️ Over 30 hours(!) of interviews. 🔭 Ongoing platform vendor research. #H3DAR #GLAM3D

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Thomas Flynn @nebulousflynn.bsky.social · 23/03/2026

Happy to share that the 'UK Heritage 3D Data at Risk' project has achieved the planned number of consultations! 💪 The response & support for the themes of this user research from across the sector has been really heartening 🤗 #H3DAR #GLAM3D

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Thomas Flynn @nebulousflynn.bsky.social · 10/03/2026

My bad, Bob! The hour was up and Google Meet kicked us out. Thank you so much for your time and contribution, it is a valuable set of data and next time I will plan extra time for discussion...

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Thomas Flynn @nebulousflynn.bsky.social · 11/02/2026

Your contributions will help shape a report on the needs, challenges, & opportunities experienced by heritage professionals related to online 3D data management, archiving, display, and dissemination - more info in the post quoted post 👆

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Thomas Flynn @nebulousflynn.bsky.social · 04/02/2026

The form was getting spammed so I've taken it offline, please DM me if you wish to participate in this research project! 🙏

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Thomas Flynn @nebulousflynn.bsky.social · 04/02/2026

Context: The UK Heritage 3D Data at Risk project is reviewing options for heritage organisations looking to archive, display, and disseminate their 3D data online. This project is conducted in partnership with Wikimedia UK and funded by The National Lottery Heritage Fund.

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Thomas Flynn @nebulousflynn.bsky.social · 04/02/2026

If you represent a 3D data repository or interactive display platform platform, I'd love to hear from you! Please complete this short survey 👉 forms.gle/1RsU35P1SjJj... Here's my list so far: who am I missing? Who have I forgotten? #H3DAR #GLAM3D

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Thomas Flynn @nebulousflynn.bsky.social · 29/01/2026

Glad to hear that the project aligns with your experience, Melody! I'd love to have your input via our survey or a 1-1 Expert Interview if you are willing. Details/links at the top of this page: commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/Commons...

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Commons:UK Heritage 3D Data at Risk - Wikimedia Commons

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Thomas Flynn @nebulousflynn.bsky.social · 28/01/2026

This project is conducted in partnership with @wikimediauk.bsky.social, funded by The National Lottery Heritage Fund.

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Thomas Flynn @nebulousflynn.bsky.social · 28/01/2026

How should we interact with 3D history online? 🏺🖥️ Join our workshop to visually prototype a new platform for UK #CulturalHeritage 3D data. Help us design the features that bring artifacts to life. Sign up here: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/uk-heritag... #H3DAR #GLAM3D

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UK Heritage 3D Data at Risk: Visual Prototyping Online Workshop

Join digital heritage peers in a hands on visual prototyping workshop!

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Thomas Flynn @nebulousflynn.bsky.social · 21/01/2026

What a difference a month makes! I have heard from the *27th* unique organisation 🎉 A good start on hearing from at least 50 UK heritage orgs. Now I really want/need to hear from both Welsh and Scottish organisations as they are currently underrepresented in the data...

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exhibit.so @exhibit.so · 13/01/2026

Exhibit v5 is here! 🚀 New features: 🔹 Simpler hosting (Firebase App Hosting replacing Vercel) 🔹 New Landing Pages & Quiz UI 🔹 Moveable Pinpoints + 3D Panning 🔹 Source Available License (Get repo access to modify code!) exhibit.so/store

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Thomas Flynn @nebulousflynn.bsky.social · 14/01/2026

To learn more about this project and contribute your own experience, please refer WikiCommons page: commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/Commons...

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Commons:UK Heritage 3D Data at Risk - Wikimedia Commons

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Thomas Flynn @nebulousflynn.bsky.social · 14/01/2026

A recording of the #H3DAR AMA session, is now online: www.youtube.com/watch?v=hbMt... We discussed: 🔭 The scope of the issues at stake. 🚧 Challenges faced by heritage organisations. ⚖️ The balance between heritage practice & achievable (affordable) data management. #GLAM3D #GLAM #DataManagement

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Commons:UK Heritage 3D Data at Risk - Wikimedia Commons

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Thomas Flynn @nebulousflynn.bsky.social · 12/01/2026

Join our Ask Me Anything session tomorrow! We're discussing the risks of commercial platform reliance and how to build sustainable, FAIR solutions for our digital history. ⏰ Tomorrow @ 10:00 AM 👇 Sign up now: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/uk-heritag... #GLAM3D #H3DAR

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Thomas Flynn @nebulousflynn.bsky.social · 08/01/2026

Fideo cyflwyno prosiect 3 munud (isdeitlau Cymraeg): www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZILD... Mae rhagor o wybodaeth am y prosiect ar gael yma (Saesneg yn unig): commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/Commons...

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UK Heritage 3D Data at Risk Project - Introduction

YouTube video by The Spatial Heritage Review

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Thomas Flynn @nebulousflynn.bsky.social · 07/01/2026

Ways to contribute 👇 Book a 1-1 expert interview (from 5th Jan 2026): calendar.app.google/GErDdrTg9W2k... Complete this survey: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...

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Thomas Flynn @nebulousflynn.bsky.social · 07/01/2026

In partnership with @wikimediauk.bsky.social and funded by The National Lottery Heritage Fund, sharing your experience will help define suggestions for the future of the sector via an open access strategy report. About the project: commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/Commons...

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Commons:UK Heritage 3D Data at Risk - Wikimedia Commons

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Thomas Flynn @nebulousflynn.bsky.social · 07/01/2026

Calling all UK heritage professionals working with #3D data: I want to hear from you as part of the *UK Heritage 3D Data at Risk* project. 3 Minute introduction video: youtube.com/watch?v=ZILD... Join the AMA session, January 13 2026, 10am UK: eventbrite.co.uk/e/uk-heritag... #GLAM3D

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UK Heritage 3D Data at Risk Project - Introduction

YouTube video by The Spatial Heritage Review

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Thomas Flynn @nebulousflynn.bsky.social · 02/01/2026

Hi David - this is so nice to hear :) My gf (now wife!) and I made this together all those years ago... I still have the files locally somewhere but had to simplify my web pages and take some things offline I'm afraid. Not sure when I'll have the time/opp to upload it somewhere again.

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Thomas Flynn @nebulousflynn.bsky.social · 18/12/2025

Join the AMA session, January 13 2026, 10am UK: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/uk-heritag... Book a 1-1 expert interview (from 5th Jan 2026): calendar.app.google/GErDdrTg9W2k... Complete this survey: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...

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UK Heritage 3D Data at Risk Ask Me Anything (AMA) Session

Join us online to to learn more about our project supporting a sustainable future for the UK's 3D heritage data - ask anything!

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Thomas Flynn @nebulousflynn.bsky.social · 18/12/2025

About the project: 📺 www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZILD... 🌐 commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/Commons... Next: Ways to contribute 👇

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Thomas Flynn @nebulousflynn.bsky.social · 18/12/2025

We have lift off! 🚀✨ The first survey response is in, expert interviews are getting booked, + free tickets to the online 'ask me anything' in January are getting picked up. The UK 3D Heritage Data at Risk project is underway ...and I want to hear from YOU next :) Info + links in replies 👇

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