HueForge starter
Upload an image, see it in filament shades, and get a starting swap plan
A rough starting point assuming a 2 mm total image depth. Pick real filaments close to these shades, dark to light, then fine-tune in the HueForge software using each filament's transmission distance.
How it works
HueForge style prints stack thin translucent layers: the darkest filament forms the base and lighter filaments take over at precise heights, so the layers blend like paint when light passes through. This starter converts your image to the shade bands those filaments would cover and lays out which swap happens at which height, so you can judge whether a photo will work before you open the full software.
Frequently asked questions
- What is a HueForge print?
- A HueForge style print builds an image from thin layers of filament. Dark colors go down first and lighter filaments are swapped in at exact heights, so light shining through the thin layers blends them into a full picture.
- How many filament colors do I need?
- Most prints work beautifully with 3 to 5 filaments ordered dark to light. More shades add depth but also add swaps; 4 is the sweet spot for a first print.
- Does this replace the HueForge software?
- No. This starter shows how your image splits into filament shades and roughs out a swap plan. The full HueForge software models real filament transmissivity and generates the STL. This tool helps you pick an image and filaments before you commit.
Print-ready inspiration
Ready to print filament paintings?
Browse free HueForge-ready models and lithophanes in the Thinger app, from every major platform.
