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The Smithsonian Creates the First-Ever 3D-Printed Portrait of President Barack Obama

  • Brian HeaterBrian Heater
  • December 10, 2014

The Smithsonian teamed with 3D software company Autodesk to create the first-ever 3D-printed Presidential portrait. The portrait of President Barack Obama, which was first displayed as part of the White House Maker Faire (previously), is now on display at the Smithsonian Castle in Washington D.C.

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