A new app lets people scan a work of art with their smartphone camera to find out more about it and save a digital copy. The app, called Smartify, uses image recognition to identify scanned artworks and provide people with additional information about them. Users can then add the works to their own digital collection.Mar 3, 2017
Can Google identify paintings?
Did you know that it is possible to identify any well-known drawing, image, or painting on the internet using Google Images? Reverse image search on Google Images makes it possible for you to identify the work in question, the name of the artist, as well as any relevant information in which you might be interested.Sep 11, 2021
How do you identify original artwork?
- Try to Find the Original Signature of the Artist. This is actually the easiest way to identify a genuine piece of art. ...
- Check the Painting Using a Magnifying Glass. ...
- Look Out for a Textured Surface. ...
- Look for Rough Surfaces in Watercolour Paintings. ...
- Check for Rough Edges in Canvas Paintings.
Is Smartify app free?
To help bring art to the masses, though, is Smartify, an app that was created to provide more information but now seeks to provide more art, full stop, and for now, it's free.Mar 26, 2020
Can I take a picture of art and search it on Google?
Camera — Google Arts & Culture. Now available globally, Art Selfie is a playful way to explore art. Install the app, take a selfie, and discover portraits from international museums.
How do I find out about a painting I have?
- Examine the surface of your picture: One easy clue is to examine the surface of your picture through a magnifying glass or jeweler's loupe. ...
- Labels: The back of your picture might also provide information.