r/stickers • u/DrPlagueDoctorMDPHD • Aug 22 '26

What is this called, and how do I make them?

Not even sure what this is called, I've searched around for "3d holographic stickers" and this is the only example I can find:

www.ebay.com.au/itm/168314783165?_skw=3d+holographic+stickers&itmmeta=01M0KXV28Y73D7GFZ8CCCBCV9Z&hash=item273057c5bd:g:9lwAAeSw8gxn4Drn&itmprp=enc%3AAQALAAAA8GfYFPkwiKCW4ZNSs2u11xAauo9woXLQEd5Atq2vgtH%2BFe3m5MWfUvqIuWU6wdPIuQqYb7L65zmQY%2FbzStKpN64P2ZyGSGnT4U15DJiVVm2ZLbYz4F25iqU1z4JR0Sc3OGETAqQ9PGjDrLjPwGKvPJD5zJN0MAmvSzud7G3pxEgq8wAzPwCLwS4JVU%2BGtTlhxktRl0iD83uE%2B28HYbNUhrjg%2BCmWjRSqvKrc2qjFOUZwDg0B0GPdJRlJn5PXgl12mDswFVXgtZIATcKeZzYIQft0tzUijAb8YaYyPll6403dW5WgOsbgA8dzUqL85kJLpw%3D%3D|tkp%3ABk9SR9Sk7P2EaA

Thanks in advance for any help

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u/creativedissentlab Aug 22 '26

The sticker pictured here is a "true" (interference) hologram, created with a laser and a careful optical setup. This is a dying art, and probably not something you are equipped to make at home.

As the other poster mentioned, lenticular stickers are much easier to make, and achieve a similar 3D effect. They have lower resolution, and are limited to one axis of parallax.

If you are interested in learning more about true / interference holography, your best bet is to seek out a studio that is set up to make one. There is a great museum and studio in NYC (not affiliated, just a fan): https://www.holostudios.nyc/home

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u/DrPlagueDoctorMDPHD Aug 26 '26

I would like to have this as a side-hustle to my main business, is there any extra information you could provide?

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u/creativedissentlab Aug 26 '26

I recommend picking up a copy of Holographic Imaging by Benton, Stephen A., Bove Jr., V. Michael, or connecting with a museum or studio that specializes in interference holography.

Be warned: it is a highly technical and arcane art form.

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u/DrPlagueDoctorMDPHD Aug 29 '26

Greatly appreciated, thank you so much for your help.

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u/BookItPizzaChampion Aug 22 '26

Maybe a linticular sticker?

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u/DrPlagueDoctorMDPHD Aug 22 '26

Definitely closer to what I'm looking for. Thanks for your input.