Journal
12th
JUN
We live in an age that is more documented than any other, especially in visual images.
Google Earth is a powerful tool that is now in daily use, revealing patterns in the natural world and man-made structures that the majority o people would otherwise never see.
We use it for research- to get an overview (though not 100% accurate or up to date) of the shape and layout of places- how they relate to their surroundings: other built structures, developed areas and natural features. At a glance, it is possible to see distances and qualities.
This pays into our evidence-based approach: to be as informed as possible when it is impractical to make a site visit because of distance or time; or to prepare before making a site visit.
Some of the incredible things that are possible when clever people get their hands on Google Earth:
Zoom in on any area and watch as it spools through 30 years of images:
Compare the outline of anywhere to anywhere else:
Document and research incredible things…
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