Project Turntable

Project Turntable is an experimental concept from Adobe that rethinks how designers work with flat vector artwork. Instead of redrawing an illustration by hand to show a different angle, you can take an existing 2D vector drawing and rotate it through three-dimensional space, then capture the resulting viewpoint as a new vector image. Adobe presented the project during its MAX 2024 creative Technology sessions, positioning it as research that explores how generative and geometric techniques might assist everyday design work rather than as a finished commercial product.

What it does

The tool takes a two-dimensional Vector Illustration, such as a building outline or a stylized object, and manipulates it as though it were a three-dimensional form. You choose a rotation or viewing direction, and Project Turntable renders the object from that new perspective. The important distinction is that the ouTPUt remAIns vector-based, so edges stay sharp at any scale and the result can still be edited in Standard vector design workflows.

Key capabilities

• Viewpoint rotation: Spin a flat drawing around to explore angles that would normally require manual redrawing.
• Vector preservation: Results are delivered as editable vector artwork rather than flattened pixels.
• RAPId exploration: Compare multiple perspectives quickly to find the most useful composition.
• Low learning curve: The interACTion is aimed at designers without deep 3D modeling experience.

Who it is for

Project Turntable is aimed at graphic designers, illustrators, and creative teams who routinely produce vector assets for branding, editorial art, icons, or product illustrations. Anyone who has needed to show the Same object from several angles will recognize the value. It may also interest educators and students learning about perspective and visual representation. Because the tool targets vector work, it is less relevant to photographers or artists working primarily in raster painting.

How to get started

Because Project Turntable is a concept dEMOnstration, access is not guaranteed and availability may vary. The most reliable starting point is Adobe's MAX session page, which describes the project and its intent. From there, look for any early-access or research preview announcements from Adobe. If a preview opens, expect to supply a clean vector file and experiment with rotation controls to see how the tool interprets the artwork.

Pricing and access caveat

Adobe has not presented Project Turntable as a standalone paid product, and no confirmed subscription price or release date is publicly attached to it. Treat any pricing or availability details you encounter as unofficial unless Adobe states otherwise. The project may remain experimental, change substantially, or be folded into an existing Creative Cloud APPlication. Verify current access before planning it into a production workflow.