RhinoCAM-ART
RhinoCAM-ART (also called RhinoART) is a specialized artistic modeling and engraving plugin for Rhino 3D, included as a module in the RhinoCAM CAM software suite.
It is designed to convert 2D artwork and bitmap images into 3D geometry, giving designers, jewelers, and craftsmen the ability to create highly detailed decorative parts.
By combining Rhino’s precision CAD tools modeling with RhinoCAM-ART’s raster-to-geometry features, users can design and machine complex artistic shapes, textures, and reliefs, all within the familiar Rhino environment.
✅ Free with all RhinoCAM-MILL configurations
✅ Powered by RhinoCAM’s multi-axis CAM software engine
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RhinoCAM – ART Quick Start Guide
RhinoCAM – ART Quick Start Guide Document
What Does RhinoCAM-ART Do?
RhinoCAM-ART enables you to transform artwork and images into machinable 3D geometry directly inside Rhino.
You can:
- Convert raster bitmap images into 3D relief models
- Create artistic shapes, textures, and engravings for CNC machining
- Generate toolpaths for carving, engraving, and decorative milling
- Work seamlessly with Rhino’s CAD tools for hybrid design workflows
Applications
RhinoCAM-ART helps designers and manufacturers bring artwork and imagery to life on CNC machines. With this module, you can:
- Convert raster bitmap images into 3D relief models ready for machining.
- Create artistic shapes, textures, and engravings for decorative products.
- Allows generation of CNC toolpaths for carving and engravingCombine Rhino’s CAD tools with ART features to enable hybrid design workflows.
Details
RhinoCAM-ART, also known as RhinoART, is a module available for use with RhinoCAM. It is also included with all configurations of RhinoCAM-MILL for no additional cost. RhinoART is an unique design tool that can open up a lot of possibilities in the areas of jewelry design, 3D modeling, sign making, model making and other kinds of artistic modeling. By converting artwork into geometric shapes that are suitable for machining, RhinoART helps you bring your artistic ideas from 2D into 3D reality with a high degree of accuracy.
RhinoCAM-ART gives you the ability to:
- Use bitmap image files to create a 3D relief of the image
- Convert 3D CAD geometry to ART 3D volumes
- Limit the creation of a relief using colors and/or curves
- Use various profiles to create 3D sweep volumes
- Use closed curves to create puffed-up 3D volumes
- Use Raster to Vector operations to create 2D curve geometry from image files
- And more!
Our RhinoART software works well with the CAD geometry used in the creation of your designs. The Shape Library functionality also makes it easy to save the 3D volumes you create for later use. With its ease of use and wide range of functions, RhinoART is the 3D design tool you’ve been waiting for to create the most accurate 3D images and models from your original 2D artwork.
To learn more about this 3D modeling and rendering software, you can use this page to request a Free Demo Download, view the specs, or watch a feature presentation overview by clicking the Resources tab. You can also simply click the “Buy Now!” button if you’re ready to get started with RhinoART software.
We understand that our software is important and mission-critical for many of our customers, and we are here to offer excellent support whenever you need it. We offer Resources and Support Forums in addition to direct technical support via phone or email, so you can always find the information and help you need to get the most out of RhinoART and all other MecSoft products.
Feature List
| FEATURES | RHINOCAM-ART |
|---|---|
| Create 3D Relief from bitmap image files |  |
| Ability to limit creation of reliefs using colors and/or curves | |
| Create puffed up 3D volumes using closed curves | |
| Create 3D sweep volumes using various profiles | |
| Combine 3D volumes using various Boolean operations during creation | |
| Export created 3D volumes as Mesh geometry to CAD system | |
| Convert 3D CAD geometry to ART 3D volumes | |
| Create 2D Curve geometry from image files using Raster to Vector operations | |
| All operations are associative to CAD geometry used in creation | |
| Save and reuse previously created 3D volumes using Shape Library functionality | |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. RhinoCAM-ART is included free of cost in all RhinoCAM-MILL configurations.
It is used to convert artwork, raster images, and designs into 3D machinable geometry for engraving, carving, and decorative CNC machining.
Yes. RhinoCAM-ART can generate machinable 3D reliefs directly from bitmap images.
Industries such as jewelry, sign making, woodworking, and artistic model making frequently use RhinoCAM-ART.
RhinoCAM-ART focuses specifically on artistic design and engraving workflows, while other RhinoCAM modules (like MILL or TURN) are geared toward standard machining and manufacturing operations.