Anthropology
Because of the classes I have taken thus far in my Anthropology major, I have grown very interested in the more material side of it – that is, Archaeology and Biological Anthropology. I have taken courses in human osteology, forensics from an anthropological lense, and archaeology and have learned a lot in terms of ethics, excavation methods, and curation. The class that has stood out to me the most however, was one that involved archaeological drawing. I have taken such an interest in this class because of the attention to detail that it requires in illustration of artifacts, and the careful consideration it takes to properly handle them with care. Below is some of my work in that illustration!
Archaeological Illustration
Illustration of a lithic piece. This drawing depicts what I assume to be an Otter Creek Projectile Port, which is a lithic tool with side notches. It is both small and thin and since it is likely a brewerton side-notched point, it was probably used as a javelin head or a knife.
Illustration of a femur from the species Homo Erectus. It is presumed to be 12 years old and male. As for preservation, the femur seems to be well preserved, but has a few signs of wear and tear more so on the distal end. In the middle of the shaft, there is a line going across the bone, which indicates a break or fracture that is likely healed, but it is difficult to tell.
Illustration of a ceramic sherd. It has a 15cm diameter, and does not have a harsh curve until the bottom of it, which indicates its likely shape and use of a bowl. This sherd is painted, and has a pattern going across the vessel underneath the rim of it. It is not in great condition, considering the large break in the corner of it and by the painted design potentially fading off of it