Mastercam, the world leader in CAM software* brings its power and experience to artistic relief design and cutting with Mastercam Art. Now you can quickly bring your 2D sketches, clip art, photos, and CAD files to life by crafting them on screen and cutting them with easy, specialized toolpaths. Creating basic 2D art to sophisticated 3D sculpture in minutes, Mastercam Art is the ultimate tool for anyone trying to add that extra sculpted flair to their work.

The Process

Mastercam lets you go from "art to part" with a single software package. A simple process takes you from your flat art to a beautifully sculpted piece that comes off the machine with exactly the look you want.

Import Art

Bring in clip art, a CAD file, or a scanned sketch or photograph. Mastercam Art converts the artwork into flat, machinable geometry, giving you a basic palette from which to craft your finished model.

If you need ideas to start your project, Mastercam's Classic Art Library gives you 5,000 artistic elements to easily place in your model.

Build a 3D Model

Quickly create a full 3D sculpture from your 2D artwork by picking elements of your flat art. Mastercam "puffs up" the art using a cross-section you control. You can add or remove one section from another, and easily modify the model by eye to make sure it's exactly what you want.

Create a Toolpath

Pick one of Mastercam Art's specialized toolpaths to cut your project. These fast, reliable cut strategies are easily modified, letting you quickly try out a variety of cut techniques for the perfect result.

Machine It On-Screen

Using Mastercam's solid-model verification, you can see an on-screen simulation of your cut part before you put stock on the machine.

Output Code To Your Machine

Quickly create G code for your machine using Mastercam's extensive post processor library.

Artistic Tools

From Picture to Sculpture

Mastercam Art delivers powerful, easy, artistic tools, including the ability to create a 3D model directly from a digital image. Scan in a photo, and Mastercam Art will create an organic, sculpted piece using the highlights and shadows as guidelines for height.

Textures

Adding a textured or patterned surface to a model significantly increases the detail, level of intricacy, and thus the perceived value. Mastercam Art automates this process. Simply select the boundary to fill and then select a texture. Each texture has illustrated parameters for easy customization. You may also make custom textures from raster or bitmap images.

Wrapping

Mastercam Art lets you wrap your art on a cylinder and cut it. Enter your cylinder dimensions and Art will automatically create an unwrapped cylinder for you to create on. Next, create your design and Art can wrap it up for you so you can visualize it in the round. Apply your toolpath and cut it on your 4-axis machine.

Single-click Mold Creation

After you've created your "positive" model, you can convert it into a mold with one simple mouse click. It can also automatically reverse your text.

Instant Editing/Save Your Knowledge

Track your project step by step with Mastercam's Relief Manager. You can instantly adjust, reorder, or edit each element, letting you put the finishing touches on your project and giving you complete control. Hide and show elements for fast design changes.

System Requirements

Mastercam Art can be added to Mastercam Mill or Mastercam Router products.

• Processor: 1.5 GHz (minimum) 32-bit Intel-compatible processor; 64-bit Intel-compatible processors are supported.
• Operating System: Windows® XP, Windows Vista® (Business or Ultimate), or Windows® 7 (Professional or Ultimate) including the latest service packs and recommended updates; Microsoft .NET 3.5 Framework (installed with Mastercam).
• Memory: 1 GB (minimum), 1.7 GB available hard disk space.
• Graphics: 128 MB OpenGL-compatible graphics card (minimum).
• Monitor: 1024 x 768 at 96 DPI (minimum)
• Mouse: Windows-compatible 2-button or 3-button mouse (or with middle mouse wheel.