Crafting pixels in wood: understanding the interplay of technologies and visual perception in wooden photo engraving

Abstract

This paper delves into the realm of laser engraving of photographs on wooden surfaces and explores the differences between mathematical and human perception. A comprehensive quality study was conducted to explore the results achieved by 27 different realizations. The evaluation process involves both objective analyses and subjective assessments from hundreds of ratings of 60 evaluators, with the aim of unravelling the intricate interplay between technology and visual perception. The study also poses the intriguing question of whether the image most accurately transferred onto a wooden surface is also the most favourably perceived by potential customers and what are their preferences for laser engraved products.