Creatively interpreted research
Working with Monumental
Monumental develops illustrations, reconstructions and interpretive materials for museums, visitor attractions and research teams. Every project is grounded in evidence and shaped by a deep understanding of place with close attention to the brief, and is designed to help audiences intuitively connect with the past and reimagine the present.
Visualisation
Our visualisations start with a brief about an event or cultural process that we are asked to communicate and bring to life.
Above: Illustrations showing a high-status female discovered in Roman York, thought to be of North African origin. The images have appeared widely in the media and are displayed in the Yorkshire Museum. Commissioned by the University of Reading.
Above: An illustration showing Iron Age votive offerings being made to Llyn Cerrig Bach, a lake on the Isle of Anglesey. The image has been used for on-site interpretation. Commissioned by Cadw.
Above: A recreation of the Iron Age chariot burial at Wetwang Slack in Yorkshire. The image has been featured in publications. Commissioned by the University of Manchester.
Reconstruction
We are presented with archaeological evidence which provides information about buildings and structures from which we develop possible reconstructed scenarios. This process allows for academic appraisal of how the site may have been used. When an approach has been agreed the reconstruction is developed, placed in an accurate topographic setting and ‘populated’ to depict the people and location at a time in history.
Piercebridge, near Darlington-
Beneath where the bridge stood, 3,600 Roman objects were found. Our job was to interpret and visualise how the bridge may have looked and been used.
Above: Nether Largie South, a Neolithic chambered cairn in Kilmartin Glen, Scotland. The image features in an on-site information panel. Commissioned by Historic Environment Scotland.
Above: This reconstruction of the now ruinous village of Kilmory Oib, Scotland, was used as part of the on-site interpretation. Commissioned by Kilmartin Museum.
Photography
Creative landscape and architectural photography plus on-site or studio-based artefact and archival services.
3D Photogrammetry-
We also produce cost-effective digital models of artefacts and structures.
Moving Image
Productions have been commissioned for research projects, education, delivery via the internet and screening in museums and commercial venues.
When required, we design and install auditorium, display housings and multi-screen based exhibitions.
To view full screen, click the small < on the right of each thumbnail image to show the controls.
3D environments and animation chronicling the life of a young stone mason who worked on York Minster in the Middle Ages. The story is based on archaeological evidence.
An introductory trailer to the Dalriada Project fieldwork and excavation findings. Exhibited at Kilmartin Museum.
An innovative film exploring methods of archaeological visualisation, factual representation and interpretation, focused upon Neolithic Orkney. Exhibited on-site at Skara Brae and the Pier Arts Centre, Stromness. Supported by Historic Scotland.
A narrated virtual cavern tour for visitors who are not able to take the tour themselves. The film is on permanent show at the Heights of Abraham heritage attraction in Derbyshire.
Installations
Site specific installations create a focal point and venue within the landscape or at a specific location. From a single information panel to a purpose built venue we combine creative solutions to make a visual statement and provide scope for a variety of uses: classroom, demonstation area, meeting point.
Woodland Corner- a space developed as a classroom, events space and exhibition about the woodlands within the estate of the Heights of Abraham, in the Derbyshire Peak District. All aspects of the design, production and project managment were undertaken by Monumental.
The Kilmartin Eye concept and development.
The ‘Eye’ created a modern interpretive focal point above Kilmartin Museum and the glen where Neolithic and Bronze Age monuments can be found.
Tullie House Museum, Carlisle. The Lookout viewpoint and information panel depicting the Roman fort the remains of which are beneath the modern development.
Graphic design for signs, print and publication
Our graphic design service combines other creative processes: illustration, photography etc. for the production of signs, information display panels, posters, guidebooks, field and walking guides etc.
We are also happy to take commissions for the development of retail products and publications.
From a graphic panel, to the design and publishing of books.