M Cantino

Kaleidoscope Cat III 3D print An orange and white cat with colorful lines radiating outward in a pattern of the cat’s outline

Michael Cantino is an educator, braille transcriber, and artist living in Portland, Oregon. Michael specializes in creating accessible materials for complex subjects, including art, STEM, and wayfinding.Related Projects

Project INSPIRE
Raised Mathematics
Interactive 3D printed models for blind learners

3D Printed Tactile Graphics

After years of creating traditional, raised-line tactile graphics, I began exploring the use of 3D printers to create tactile graphics with greater depth and detail. By varying the height of key features and fine details, I create tactile graphics that are both easy to interpret and rich with information.