Category: Landscape Archaeology

Guide – Photography: Framing the Shot

Earthwork features from Stainton Swaledale

When photographing archaeological sites, the key to a successful shot lies not just in the technology you use but in how you frame the scene, manage lighting, and anticipate the environment. The art of capturing the best possible image is a blend of technical understanding and creative intuition.

Guide – Introduction to Photography

Gold Head from St Andrews Church Aldborough

Photography has long been an essential tool in archaeology, providing a visual record of sites, finds, and features. In the context of archaeological research, photos do more than simply document—they offer crucial evidence that can be revisited, analysed, and shared.

Guide – Exploring the Past with LIDAR

A scene showing a Roman archaeologist in the field, holding a tablet displaying LIDAR data.

Imagine being able to see the landscape around you in a completely new way—an invisible layer revealing the hidden structures of the past, right beneath the surface.

Guide – Landscape Archaeology: The Geological Environment of Britain

The Geological Environment of Britain: The Foundation of Our Landscape The landscape of Britain has been shaped by millions of years of geological processes. From the formation of ancient mountain ranges to the shaping of valleys and river systems, the land we see today is the product of a dynamic and ever-changing history. Understanding the …

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Guide – What is Landscape Archaeology?

Landscape archaeology is the study of past human interaction with the natural environment. It focuses on understanding how ancient societies perceived, organized, and shaped the land they inhabited, revealing the relationships between people, their settlements, and the broader landscape in which they lived.

Guide – Landscape Archaeology Introduction

Landscape archaeology is a vital tool for understanding how ancient peoples interacted with their environment, shaping and being shaped by the land they lived on.

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