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Laser Sculpture: A Blast from the Past

A Brief History of Lasers: Because You Asked For It

Warning: the following content may contain spoilers for anyone who's never been zapped by a laser pointer.

Pre-History: The Ancient Ones

Did you know that ancient civilizations were onto the laser game? Like, who needs a decent haircut when you can have a decent burn? The Egyptians were known to have used "laser-like" technology to create their, um, "art" (read: poorly executed pharaoh statues).

Modern Times: The Real McCoy

Fast forward to 1960s, when scientists were all about that laser life. Theodore Maiman's invention of the semiconductor laser was the start of something big. Like, really big. As in, bigger than your average cat's ego.

Today: The Art of the Matter

Laser sculpture has taken on many forms. From cutting through diamonds to making your favorite snack burn, it's an art form like no other. But don't just take our word for it - check out our Modern Laser Art page for more on this fascinating topic.