ArchaeoBasti

ArchaeoBasti, 4 months ago (edited 4 months ago) to random

It finally happened: Ancient Aliens (the TV show!) asked for permission to use some of our 3D reconstructions. I said no, because:

1. They repeatedly laid claims based on pseudo-science, creationism, and magic (!).

2. AA is inherently racist and colonialist by proposing ideas on extraterrestrials creating monuments of the human past.

3. AA is actively hurting the respectability of real archaeological work.

Well, that felt rather good!

bragi, 4 months ago to random

@ArchaeoBasti Have you seen this?? https://www.bbc.com/news/science-environment-67940671?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

ArchaeoBasti, 4 months ago to random

ICYMI: I played #Uncharted and I wrote about it. There seems to be a pattern however and here is why that is a problem. It all boils down to break in, steal, destroy and repeat. Ultimately it shows Imperialism while depicting the past.

#Archaeogaming 🏺🕹️

🔗 http://itsmoreofacomment.com/2021/03/19/uncharted-and-archaeology-break-in-steal-destroy-repeat/

ArchaeoBasti, 5 months ago to random

For the grand reopening of the newly restored National Museum #Herat in Afghanistan, three dioramas were requested.

The idea was to present the famous miniature paintings, found within these manuscripts, in a new way. We decided to create real perspective by transferring the two-dimensional miniatures into three-dimensional dioramas.

The final 3D-models, which were made exactly to scale, were then used by the model-maker to build the final reconstruction.

🔗 https://www.artefacts-berlin.de/portfolio-item/islamic-miniatures-in-3d/

ArchaeoBasti, 5 months ago to random

🏺 A small project got funded and in this post I describe what this project is about. It involves the Banquet Scene of Ashurbanipal and some additional fragments.
I am very happy to be able to do this in the coming months to try to solve a long-term puzzle.

🔗 https://itsmoreofacomment.com/2024/01/05/small-project-funded/

ArchaeoBasti, 5 months ago to random

As I do every year, I rate the top 5 books I read. This years list is not all about archaeology. As this is my last post this year, I wish you all a good start into 2024! See you on the other side.

🔗 https://itsmoreofacomment.com/2023/12/29/my-top-5-books-of-2023/

ArchaeoBasti, 5 months ago to random

I am leaving Twitter and here is the reason why. Don't get me wrong, it's hard to leave something you like, but considering the circumstances... it is about time!

🔗 https://itsmoreofacomment.com/2023/12/22/why-i-left-twitter/

ArchaeoBasti, 5 months ago to philosophy

#500CharAbstracts: M. Mogetta analyses two structures of Cosa: the forum and the capitolium. He uses Cosa as an example showing how innovation in construction practices was not centred on #Rome, but could also originate in provincial towns.

This article is part of a broader book about monumentality across ancient civilisations published 2019 at Transcript: Size Matters.

#openaccess

🔗 https://doi.org/10.14361/9783839445389-015

ArchaeoBasti, 5 months ago to random

NEW!
In the entrance area of the Nasrid Palace of the Alhambra, the foundations of two inner courtyards with a mosque, colonnades and fountains have been preserved.

We were tasked with visualising a reconstruction of both courtyards, with a particular focus on the glazed floor tiles and fountains in courtyard 2 as well as a view of the mosque in courtyard 1.

🔗 https://www.artefacts-berlin.de/portfolio-item/two-courtyards-of-the-alhambra/

ArchaeoBasti, 5 months ago to TodayILearned

ExPresS XR is a virtual exhibition plug-in for Unity. In a recent talk the developers explained why and how to use it.
It is simple and usable and can easily be integrated into #teaching and #outreach. The talk is in German, but the images speak for themselves and the plug-in Wiki is in English.

🔗 https://itsmoreofacomment.com/2023/12/15/virtual-exhibitions/

ArchaeoBasti, 5 months ago to climate

ICYMI: #ClimateChange is upon us and it is time to act. The industry and politics are the main factors, but also individuals can do a lot. A new study suggests 6 simple things that can change emissions of individuals drastically. Be part of the change!

🔗 https://itsmoreofacomment.com/2022/03/18/6-things-to-do-for-a-better-life/

spinfocl, 5 months ago to random German

^ Schmeißt gerade OpenAI für die API-Nutzung Geld in den Rachen. Alles für die Forschung!

ArchaeoBasti, 5 months ago to random

The sanctuaries of Ancient Bactria are of the upmost importance for the research of the relations between indigenous and Greek cultures. The Oxus Temple is part of these sanctuaries.

In 2011, we were commissioned by the Eurasia Department of the German Archaeological Institute to reconstruct the temple. Besides a pure visualisation in 3D, we also montaged the model in existing photos, to get a feeling for the building in its environment.

🔗 https://www.artefacts-berlin.de/portfolio-item/the-oxus-temple-3d-visualisation/

ArchaeoBasti, 5 months ago to random German

It was a wonderful celebration yesterday with two of the best mentors I can imagine and their group of colleagues and students! Now is the time to really start researching, without administrative hurdles!

ArchaeoBasti, 6 months ago to random

In this post, I compare a chapter of mine with a chapter of Karsten Lambers in which we evaluate the state of Digital Archaeology. One point was especially interesting: what do students expect from studying DCA?

🔗 https://itsmoreofacomment.com/2023/12/08/what-is-the-state-of-a-degree-in-digital-archaeology/

ArchaeoBasti, 6 months ago to random German

On my way to Berlin today and it seems I have a ticket to the only train that doesn't got cancelled... At least I hope....

ArchaeoBasti, 6 months ago to random

ICYMI: Jason Steinhauer's book “History Disrupted” is focused on e-history, the way we communicate the past through social media. While he shows many examples on how communication works, he paints a grim picture for the future of communicating the past with AI.

🔗 https://itsmoreofacomment.com/2022/03/11/book-review-history-disrupted-by-j-steinhauer/

ArchaeoBasti, 6 months ago to random

Today, little is know with certainty about the purpose and function of early representative architecture of Uruk, among which the so-called “Stone-Cone Building” is perhaps one of the most puzzling examples.

The construction technique utilised is without parallel, neither in Uruk itself nor anywhere else in the world. The walls of the “Stone-Cone Building” are decorated with hundreds of thousands of coloured stone cones, immured in geometric patterns into the walls.

🔗 https://www.artefacts-berlin.de/portfolio-item/uruk-re-constructing-the-stone-cone-building/

ArchaeoBasti, 6 months ago to random

I took part in a Round Table on Digital Storytelling at the FU Berlin organised by @elisarossberger and Valery Schlegel, and it was inspiring. Besides listening, I also presented my co-created course on Archaeogaming in Cologne!

🔗 https://itsmoreofacomment.com/2023/12/01/report-roundtable-on-digital-storytelling/

ArchaeoBasti, 6 months ago to random German

#Archaeogaming in Action! Thanks @politopoulosa for a great insightful talk about Archaeogaming and where to go from here. Looking forward to our next meeting.

ArchaeoBasti, 6 months ago to random

Tomorrow, one of my colleagues and friends, @politopoulosa is giving a talk on #Archaeogaming @archITCologne ! We are very happy to have him and look forward to his lecture. If you are in Cologne, make sure to step by!