Obama's 3D portrait: How'd they do it?

(CNN) – The Smithsonian Institution is always looking for new ways to tell America's story.

Now through the use of 3D imaging, guests can come face-to-face with American presidents.

Eventually, anyone will be able to re-create the scientifically accurate renderings at home, along with dinosaur fossils, and other items from the museum collection.

The only thing more fascinating than the finished products, is how the 3D wizards behind the technology pulled it off.

CNN's Jake Tapper reports.