MSI- Shooting

In this lesson we introduce the image acquisition workflow for multispectral imaging using the Antonello filter system. Capturing high-quality multispectral data is a critical first step in scientific art analysis: the images you collect form a structured dataset that encodes how the surface of an artwork reflects light across selected wavelength bands. The video on this page demonstrates how to set up your camera and Antonello filters, plan your shooting sequence, and acquire a complete set of calibrated images that will form the basis of your multispectral cube.

Using a systematic approach, the video walks you through each stage of the capture process: positioning the subject and lighting, inserting the appropriate filter for each spectral band, adjusting exposure and focus for consistency, and managing overlap and alignment between frames if multiple shots are needed. Emphasis is placed on consistency and calibration, ensuring that each image contributes accurately to the final spectral dataset.

By following the procedures shown in this video, you will learn how to produce a reliable series of multispectral images that can be processed into a spectral cube ready for analysis. This method forms the foundation of all subsequent steps in multispectral imaging workflows, from segmentation and classification to the interpretation of material differences and hidden features in works of art.