Winchester Mystery House 3D Mapping by PaintScaping Culminates on Halloween
3D Projection Powerhouse Will Perform Through November 2 at Mansion's Unhinged immersive experience.
SAN JOSE, Calif., Oct. 29, 2019 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The 3D mapping at the world-famous Winchester Mystery House, part of their Unhinged tour, will close this week, the day after Halloween, following a very successful run that started on September 6. It marks the first joint venture between PaintScaping, a world leader in 3D projection mapping and the famous estate.
In 1884, Sarah Winchester, widow of the Winchester Arms Co. founder, began adding to her 8-room mansion -- non-stop, 24/7. Sarah believed she needed to shelter the spirits killed by Winchester rifles. When she died, the house had expanded to an astonishing 160 rooms. Yet, there was no plan – no official blueprints were ever drawn up.
"It is definitely one of the most complex mappings we've ever done," says Philippe Bergeron, co-founder of LA-based PaintScaping. "Just to create the 3D model was an incredible task." The lack of symmetry in the architecture made for an unusual challenge. "Good thing we love challenges," adds Bergeron with a smile.
PaintScaping is no stranger to high-profile mappings. It has created the largest 3D mapping ever in the USA, on Park MGM, in Las Vegas (550ft x 26 stories). They've also worked on the most viewed mapping ever on YouTube, for Rihanna and Calvin Harris, at over 2 billion views. Their mapping for the bicentennial of University of Virginia, founded by Thomas Jefferson, was one of the most elaborate in the history of universities. Other projects include Rodeo Drive, Playboy Mansion, New York Public Library, Travelers Championship, and Sony Pictures.
On a personal level, Bergeron feels very connected to Halloween. He owns the house of silent actor Buster Keaton, the godson of Harry Houdini, who died on Halloween night. "It was meant to be," concludes Bergeron, about their involvement with Winchester.
To see more of PaintScaping's work, visit: http://www.paintscaping.com
About Philippe Bergeron
Philippe Bergeron is founder and CEO of PaintScaping, a global leader in 3D projection mapping. PaintScaping has done mapping in the USA, Mexico, Canada, France, Ireland, and South Africa. Bergeron, a native of Montreal with a B.S. and M.S. degree in computer science from the University of Montreal, remains a 3D mapping innovator and invited presenter for numerous industry events.
About PaintScaping
PaintScaping is the industry leader in 3D mapping. Founded in 2009 by Philippe Bergeron, the Los Angeles-based company has produced unique 3D mapping shows across the U.S. including Orlando, Los Angeles, Las Vegas, New York, and Chicago, and many places around the world. Among its many clients are MGM Resorts, Ritz-Carlton, Sony Pictures, Caruso Affiliated, and Cirque du Soleil.
Philippe Bergeron is available for interviews. Video and photos are also available on request.
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