Fieldwork for the Yesnaby Art and Archaeology Research Project (YAARP) begins on July 31, bringing together staff and students from the UHI Archaeology Institute, volunteers and artists. Their goal is to create a unique view of the archaeological landscape around Yesnaby in Orkney’s West Mainland.
The team led by Dr James Moore and visual artist Rik Hammond uses geophysics, drone photography and 3D modelling techniques, alongside a variety of arts-based practices to record the ever-changing landscape surrounding the cliffs in Sandwick.
This is the third year of the YAARP project and this summer the team will be focusing on creating digital and traditional artwork in the field. One exciting idea involves the creation of 3D models of elements of the landscape and reproducing them in physical form using 3D printing.
Dr James Moore explained: “We have developed an almost bewildering number of ways of studying, experiencing and presenting this important landscape. I think the whole team are looking forward to what new ideas, data and possibilities come from this phase of work, as well as the somewhat controversial ‘biscuit league’ being expanded to include a whole range of cakes and other treats.
“The project builds on many years of research, both as individuals and as a team, and we are looking forward to presenting a taste of the results by staging an exhibition in Orkney during spring 2018.”
Thanks to the Orkney Islands Council Culture Fund for supporting the project.
