How to 3D Print Image Files!

Recently I discovered this technique in Cura and while I'm definitely not the first to use it, I wanted to share it with the Printables Community! You may have noticed while working in Cura that while importing STL or other 3D printing files, several types of image files are actually supported by Cura. By honing a few settings, these files can be easily printed with incredible results!I've included a test STL in case you'd like to see the results before making your own settings. The Process:Open up the import menu in Cura and choose an image file to bring in. (I happened to use a classic for the purpose of Rickrolling everyone who reads this :) The more light/dark contrast in the photo, the better. You'll see why as we move on. You will see a settings menu appear, and this is where you will refine the parameters for your specific picture. Essentially, Cura just recognizes contrast within pictures and translates that contrast into an elevation map of sorts. Higher contrast=more exaggera