Everyone Has to Start Somewhere: Democratisation of Digital Documentation and Visualisation in 3D

A significant shift towards democratizing digital documentation and visualization in archaeology is highlighted, emphasizing the potential to broaden access to complex digital methods without compromising specialization. The study, focusing on carved rock art at Tanum, introduces key criteria for effective democratization, such as self-reflection and future-proofing publication practices. It argues that expanding digital data analysis and dissemination benefits all stakeholders by fostering innovation and reducing the lag between technological advancement and widespread adoption. This approach aims to stimulate broader discussions on 'digital affect' and methodological curation in archaeological research.

Potter, R., Pitman, D., Shaw, L., & Horn, C. (2025). Everyone Has to Start Somewhere: Democratisation of Digital Documentation and Visualisation in 3D. Open Archaeology, 11(1). https://doi.org/10.1515/opar-2025-0054