On 26 and 27 November we are organising the 13th Annual Ards Conference on 'Innovative Research Tools and Methodologies for the Study of Medieval and Renaissance Sculpture' in Leuven.

The study of medieval and Renaissance sculpture is entering a transformative era: digital technologies, advanced imaging techniques, and interdisciplinary approaches are reshaping how we document, analyse, and interpret these works of art. This call for papers invites scholars, conservators, technologists, and cultural heritage professionals to contribute papers that explore innovative research tools and methodologies for this field. We seek to examine the opportunities that lie ahead for overcoming traditional challenges and opening new avenues of inquiry.

The call for papers is now closed. All proposals have received a response. The programme and registration will open at the beginning of September.

Click here to download the call for papers.

Organising committee:
M Leuven and Ards – the platform for medieval sculpture
Marjan Debaene, Hannah De Moor, Anne Liefsoens
RKD - Netherlands Institute for Art History
Suzanne Laemers