Marania Makes

Lithophane lab · Interactive experiment

Light, shaped
by a photograph.

Explore how an image becomes a relief. Adjust the grayscale tones, compare flat and curved forms, and rotate a 3D preview built from your photo.

Try your photo
Concept illustration of a backlit panel
  1. 01
    Choose a photoCheck the image detail.
  2. 02
    Adjust the tonesRefine the crop and contrast.
  3. 03
    Explore in 3DCompare the relief and backlit views.
Choose your shape

01 · Your photo

Start with the image.

JPG, PNG, or WebP · up to 20 MB. Start with the original, well-lit photo.

Choose an image to start your preview.

Your photograph
Original photo
Grayscale preview

Photo check

No photo yet

Choose a photo to check its resolution, lighting, and grayscale detail.

    Available after the photo clears the blocking checks.

    02 · Refine the image

    Choose a shape, then move the crop to keep your subject in view.

    Your photo is processed in this browser and is never uploaded to the site.

    03 · Explore in 3D

    See it take shape.

    Add a photo to preview your lithophane.

    Drag to turn the model.

    Experimental preview: dimensions and curve profile are illustrative. Automated photo checks flag common issues; print quality still requires a physical test.