Convoys, Camaraderie, and Chaos: My 1984 D-Day Road Trip with the Swedes

In 1984, long before the days of mobile phones and instant messaging, Paul Middleton found myself on an unforgettable journey through Normandy with a convoy of Swedish military vehicle enthusiasts. What began with a vague invite through the MAFVA model club quickly turned into a misadventure involving a converted ambulance, missed ferries, and some very… Read More »Convoys, Camaraderie, and Chaos: My 1984 D-Day Road Trip with the Swedes

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Art Books Inspired By Nature

Discover the artists shaping how we see the natural world. From British landscapes to American wilderness, from artistic vision to ecological awareness, these books explore how nature continues to shape imagination and art. Each one offers a different way to feel connected to the natural world. David Gommon Philip Vann Sansom & Company • Paperback… Read More »Art Books Inspired By Nature

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Behind the Scenes of Butrint 8

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Want to know more about the latest volume in the Butrint Archaeological Monographs series? This blog by Richard Hodges, co-editor of Butrint 8, is bursting with insider information on the excavations explored in the book, which “aims both to report archaeological discoveries and to provoke a rethinking of some important episodes in Mediterranean archaeology.” By… Read More »Behind the Scenes of Butrint 8

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William Coldstream: A Legacy Etched in Realism

Sir William Coldstream (1908–1987) stands as a paragon of British realism, whose influence ran through his artwork and into the classroom. His dedication to depicting life with unwavering accuracy, and his commitment to art education reform, have left a remarkable impression on the art world. Coldstream utilised the quiet power of observation, working with exacting… Read More »William Coldstream: A Legacy Etched in Realism

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Books to Read this Pride Month

Happy Pride Month! We’re proud to host a prismatic collection of titles and writers that unapologetically amplify the Queer experience—so if you’re still trying to find or foster your Pride, look no further than this list of vividly penned publications from LGBTQIA+ authors that employ poetry, prose, and personal histories to weave a rich tapestry… Read More »Books to Read this Pride Month

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Unmasking Banksy’s Art, Not His Identity: Q&A with Paul Gough

Banksy has often been discussed more for his identity than his ideas but Paul Gough — artist, academic, and Banksy commentator — offers a new perspective. Drawing on decades of observation, media commentary, and even direct correspondence with Banksy’s team, Gough explores the artist’s creative evolution, political voice, and cultural influence. We spoke to Paul… Read More »Unmasking Banksy’s Art, Not His Identity: Q&A with Paul Gough

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Making a Splash: The Many Benefits of Water Displays in Late Antique Residences

Immerse yourself in a fount of information about Roman water displays and discover how these features kept late antique homes cool in both style and temperature with this blog by Ginny Wheeler, author of Water Displays in Domestic Spaces across the Late Roman West By Ginny Wheeler | 6 min read While the late Roman… Read More »Making a Splash: The Many Benefits of Water Displays in Late Antique Residences

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New Voices for Women’s History Month

This year, to mark both Women’s History Month and International Women’s Day we are highlighting the incredible contribution of women to the archaeology of Iran, from the earliest horizons of humanity through the Islamic period. Learn more about some of the extraordinary female contributors to New Voices in Iranian Archaeology (Oxbow Books, 2024), whose research… Read More »New Voices for Women’s History Month

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