Digital art placement means putting a digital artwork, such as an image, animation, video or 3D model, at a real location in augmented reality so it can be seen, photographed and visited there. As a service, someone else handles the AR setup, on-site capture and documentation for the artist.
Also known as: AR placement, AR art placement service, place digital art in AR, exhibit digital art in the real world
Placed in AR in Austin, Texas, 2026
How it works
The artist submits files; the work is anchored at the destination; it is captured on site in photos and video; and the artist receives the media plus a record of where and when it was shown.
How it works in illust
illust's placement packages: The Feature ($99.99, 1 work), The Collection ($250, up to 3 works, digital certificate) and The Portfolio ($500, up to 5 works, newsletter feature to 4,800 subscribers and a printed certificate). Deliverables arrive in about a week.
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Key facts
- Every package includes a free AR preview, photos and video in a shared folder, and a QR code to the permanent placement; Collection and Portfolio add a Certificate of AR Placement (illust placement page).
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FAQ
What files can I submit?
GLB for 3D, MP4 or MOV for video, PNG or JPG for stills and MP3 for audio. Bake 3D animations; 30MB per file; no GIFs.
Can I use the photos commercially?
Yes. The content is yours for personal and commercial use, including press.