Aakheperure
@aakheperure.bsky.social
Artist | Illustrator
Specialising in Early Medieval & ancient Egypt
MA Egyptology BA Early English Language & Literature
Wodi Wodi/Yuin Country Australia 🇦🇺
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Dysgu Cymraeg 🏴
Specialising in Early Medieval & ancient Egypt
MA Egyptology BA Early English Language & Literature
Wodi Wodi/Yuin Country Australia 🇦🇺
Support me on Redbubble, get cool stuff by a human! https://rdbl.co/2YjlHjN
Dysgu Cymraeg 🏴
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Aakheperure
@aakheperure.bsky.social
· Nov 14
Hi all, I'm an artist. I'm inspired by my Egyptology, archaeology and early Medieval studies along with Cult British Sci-fi (Classic Dr Who, Gallifrey and Blake's 7) & a good dose of Jeremy Brett's Sherlock Holmes. I'm currently working on a botanical series based on flora in my garden and environs👋
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Here in the UK, it's cold, it's dark and it's wet, so for those of us running headlong into the darkest part of the winter, here's an ancient ceramic lamp from the Levant to light up your day. 📷 by me for @jennycromwell.bsky.social's 'Ancient History, Contemporary Belonging' project
#FindsFriday
#FindsFriday
December 5, 2025 at 3:56 PM
Here in the UK, it's cold, it's dark and it's wet, so for those of us running headlong into the darkest part of the winter, here's an ancient ceramic lamp from the Levant to light up your day. 📷 by me for @jennycromwell.bsky.social's 'Ancient History, Contemporary Belonging' project
#FindsFriday
#FindsFriday
When it's 38C, the best thing to do is stay inside and finish your oil painting...
This one is based on our flowering gum tree just outside my office window with one of our regular visitors checking out the nectar situation a couple of days ago.
#Artist #MyBackyard #Australia
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This one is based on our flowering gum tree just outside my office window with one of our regular visitors checking out the nectar situation a couple of days ago.
#Artist #MyBackyard #Australia
rdbl.co/4iBWdFY
Australian Rainbow Lorikeet by Aakheperure | Redbubble
I discovered the flowering gum outside my office window had finally blossomed this season when the lorikeets began squabbling over the nectar laden orange flowers.
Based on a photo of one of my visito...
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December 5, 2025 at 3:50 AM
When it's 38C, the best thing to do is stay inside and finish your oil painting...
This one is based on our flowering gum tree just outside my office window with one of our regular visitors checking out the nectar situation a couple of days ago.
#Artist #MyBackyard #Australia
rdbl.co/4iBWdFY
This one is based on our flowering gum tree just outside my office window with one of our regular visitors checking out the nectar situation a couple of days ago.
#Artist #MyBackyard #Australia
rdbl.co/4iBWdFY
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What could go wrong?
My @smh @theage cartoon.
My @smh @theage cartoon.
December 2, 2025 at 8:58 PM
What could go wrong?
My @smh @theage cartoon.
My @smh @theage cartoon.
Some great stocking stuffers for those with an interest in actual archaeology and the history of one of the most fascinating cultures (imho) on earth.
*disclosure: I provided some illustrations for the book. So I know it's good! 😸
#Egyptology #AncientHistory #GiftIdeas
*disclosure: I provided some illustrations for the book. So I know it's good! 😸
#Egyptology #AncientHistory #GiftIdeas
✨Featured Merch Collection✨Ancient Egypt in 50 Discoveries (inspired by the book)
Bring to life some of the most fascinating finds from Egypt’s past — beautifully reimagined for modern Egyptophiles. #Egyptology #Archaeology
🛍️ buff.ly/CH9LTt9
📘 buff.ly/WyBu2uh
Bring to life some of the most fascinating finds from Egypt’s past — beautifully reimagined for modern Egyptophiles. #Egyptology #Archaeology
🛍️ buff.ly/CH9LTt9
📘 buff.ly/WyBu2uh
December 1, 2025 at 12:02 AM
Some great stocking stuffers for those with an interest in actual archaeology and the history of one of the most fascinating cultures (imho) on earth.
*disclosure: I provided some illustrations for the book. So I know it's good! 😸
#Egyptology #AncientHistory #GiftIdeas
*disclosure: I provided some illustrations for the book. So I know it's good! 😸
#Egyptology #AncientHistory #GiftIdeas
As an artist, I never need examples of AI slop to remind me how bad it is, but the Bluesky "Discover" algorithm just served me up a whopper.
<<BLOCK>>
Oh and if you know anything about ancient Egypt, (or stone carving) you would know, it's a sphinx, but that would take actual effort to research.
🤨
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Oh and if you know anything about ancient Egypt, (or stone carving) you would know, it's a sphinx, but that would take actual effort to research.
🤨
November 30, 2025 at 11:56 PM
As an artist, I never need examples of AI slop to remind me how bad it is, but the Bluesky "Discover" algorithm just served me up a whopper.
<<BLOCK>>
Oh and if you know anything about ancient Egypt, (or stone carving) you would know, it's a sphinx, but that would take actual effort to research.
🤨
<<BLOCK>>
Oh and if you know anything about ancient Egypt, (or stone carving) you would know, it's a sphinx, but that would take actual effort to research.
🤨
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November 30, 2025 at 6:12 PM
Goodboi progress.
I always learn something new when I research & paint artefacts: Anubis was originally draped in two pieces of textile (not one as I previously thought), a shirt (with Akhenaton's name on it) and a gauze wrap. Here I have painted the wrap.
#WorkInProgress #Egyptology #Anubis #Artist
I always learn something new when I research & paint artefacts: Anubis was originally draped in two pieces of textile (not one as I previously thought), a shirt (with Akhenaton's name on it) and a gauze wrap. Here I have painted the wrap.
#WorkInProgress #Egyptology #Anubis #Artist
November 26, 2025 at 1:44 AM
Goodboi progress.
I always learn something new when I research & paint artefacts: Anubis was originally draped in two pieces of textile (not one as I previously thought), a shirt (with Akhenaton's name on it) and a gauze wrap. Here I have painted the wrap.
#WorkInProgress #Egyptology #Anubis #Artist
I always learn something new when I research & paint artefacts: Anubis was originally draped in two pieces of textile (not one as I previously thought), a shirt (with Akhenaton's name on it) and a gauze wrap. Here I have painted the wrap.
#WorkInProgress #Egyptology #Anubis #Artist
After an epic battle of song (and emails poking Redbubble's marketplace team), my Mari has made it back into my store to join her ink and watercolour companion in the Celtic Christmas collection. 😅
#MariLwyd #NadoligLlawen
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#MariLwyd #NadoligLlawen
rdbl.co/4pvvWLR
Mari Lwyd dw i | I am Mari Lwyd by Aakheperure | Redbubble
Mari Lwyd is here! The Mysterious Mari Lwyd is a Welsh Christmas and Halloween tradition. She is a horse skull decorated with ribbons and bells, often with an articulated jaw who is carried in the for...
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November 26, 2025 at 1:20 AM
After an epic battle of song (and emails poking Redbubble's marketplace team), my Mari has made it back into my store to join her ink and watercolour companion in the Celtic Christmas collection. 😅
#MariLwyd #NadoligLlawen
rdbl.co/4pvvWLR
#MariLwyd #NadoligLlawen
rdbl.co/4pvvWLR
Not sure where or when the book will be available, but there's a nice review on Ahram for it.
#Egyptology
english.ahram.org.eg/News/557396....
#Egyptology
english.ahram.org.eg/News/557396....
The Grand Egyptian Museum on the path to eternity - News - Books
Published to coincide with the opening of the Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM), the monumental volume Way to Eternity accompanies the inauguration of a space conceived to foster a dialogue between past and...
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November 24, 2025 at 11:45 PM
Not sure where or when the book will be available, but there's a nice review on Ahram for it.
#Egyptology
english.ahram.org.eg/News/557396....
#Egyptology
english.ahram.org.eg/News/557396....
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Tales from the Tea Room: The challenge of saving the Valley of the Kings.
I'll share behind-the-scenes insights from my 6 years in the VoK, discussing how we balance visitation with preservation.
This Thursday, 7-9pm
📍 Allhallows Centre, #Fletchertown
FREE event! #Egypt
I'll share behind-the-scenes insights from my 6 years in the VoK, discussing how we balance visitation with preservation.
This Thursday, 7-9pm
📍 Allhallows Centre, #Fletchertown
FREE event! #Egypt
November 24, 2025 at 12:53 PM
Tales from the Tea Room: The challenge of saving the Valley of the Kings.
I'll share behind-the-scenes insights from my 6 years in the VoK, discussing how we balance visitation with preservation.
This Thursday, 7-9pm
📍 Allhallows Centre, #Fletchertown
FREE event! #Egypt
I'll share behind-the-scenes insights from my 6 years in the VoK, discussing how we balance visitation with preservation.
This Thursday, 7-9pm
📍 Allhallows Centre, #Fletchertown
FREE event! #Egypt
Reposting for Doctor Who day and all that cos I still like this sketch, and, well. Tom Baker.
November 24, 2025 at 2:42 AM
Reposting for Doctor Who day and all that cos I still like this sketch, and, well. Tom Baker.
November 24, 2025 at 2:17 AM
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November 22, 2025 at 6:09 PM
November 22, 2025 at 4:50 AM
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My #Egyptology friends here may recognise this fabulous small limestone ostracon, from Campbell Price's social media accounts.
The artwork depicts a funeral, and it's the subject of my next Artefacts in Focus article, dropping tomorrow morning at tetisheri.substack.com
#FindsFriday #AncientEgypt
The artwork depicts a funeral, and it's the subject of my next Artefacts in Focus article, dropping tomorrow morning at tetisheri.substack.com
#FindsFriday #AncientEgypt
November 21, 2025 at 3:35 PM
My #Egyptology friends here may recognise this fabulous small limestone ostracon, from Campbell Price's social media accounts.
The artwork depicts a funeral, and it's the subject of my next Artefacts in Focus article, dropping tomorrow morning at tetisheri.substack.com
#FindsFriday #AncientEgypt
The artwork depicts a funeral, and it's the subject of my next Artefacts in Focus article, dropping tomorrow morning at tetisheri.substack.com
#FindsFriday #AncientEgypt
50 years ago I was a kid scribbling KISS motifs & cartoons on everything and anything. The band & its music have stayed with me, so the news that Ace Frehley (my favourite member of KISS), has left us for another stage will take some getting used to.
Oil, spray paint, Rebelle 8
#AceFrehley #Artist
Oil, spray paint, Rebelle 8
#AceFrehley #Artist
November 21, 2025 at 2:41 AM
50 years ago I was a kid scribbling KISS motifs & cartoons on everything and anything. The band & its music have stayed with me, so the news that Ace Frehley (my favourite member of KISS), has left us for another stage will take some getting used to.
Oil, spray paint, Rebelle 8
#AceFrehley #Artist
Oil, spray paint, Rebelle 8
#AceFrehley #Artist
This year I made a Christmas Collection on Redbubble with new pieces to go with some older designs & paintings. Of course they have a Celtic/La tène/Welsh twist. I hope you like them!
😺
A Celtic Christmas robin: rdbl.co/4raISIF
See the collection: rdbl.co/4i9vi4j
#artist #giftideas #NadoligLlawen
😺
A Celtic Christmas robin: rdbl.co/4raISIF
See the collection: rdbl.co/4i9vi4j
#artist #giftideas #NadoligLlawen
A Celtic Christmas Robin by Aakheperure | Redbubble
Make your sweater less ugly and more traditional this year. Available for a LIMITED TIME - Till New Year's Day 2026.
Hand drawn in Affinity Designer 2, 2025
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November 20, 2025 at 12:51 AM
This year I made a Christmas Collection on Redbubble with new pieces to go with some older designs & paintings. Of course they have a Celtic/La tène/Welsh twist. I hope you like them!
😺
A Celtic Christmas robin: rdbl.co/4raISIF
See the collection: rdbl.co/4i9vi4j
#artist #giftideas #NadoligLlawen
😺
A Celtic Christmas robin: rdbl.co/4raISIF
See the collection: rdbl.co/4i9vi4j
#artist #giftideas #NadoligLlawen
Ah yes, that one artwork from 2019 which is pulled for review every time you update or edit it on Redbubble.
My poor Mari Llwyd gets the door slammed in her face again.
My poor Mari Llwyd gets the door slammed in her face again.
November 17, 2025 at 12:39 AM
Ah yes, that one artwork from 2019 which is pulled for review every time you update or edit it on Redbubble.
My poor Mari Llwyd gets the door slammed in her face again.
My poor Mari Llwyd gets the door slammed in her face again.
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November 16, 2025 at 3:12 PM
Sunday afternoon SPARKS sketch.
Ink, watercolour, Rebelle 8.
Ink, watercolour, Rebelle 8.
November 16, 2025 at 4:26 AM
Sunday afternoon SPARKS sketch.
Ink, watercolour, Rebelle 8.
Ink, watercolour, Rebelle 8.
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A travertine/calcite alabaster goblet with an image of King Tutankhamun and Queen Ankhenesamun from the antechamber in KV 62. It features the God, Heh. The image is only visible when a taper or light is used to illuminate the goblet. GEM 28.
November 14, 2025 at 6:37 AM
A travertine/calcite alabaster goblet with an image of King Tutankhamun and Queen Ankhenesamun from the antechamber in KV 62. It features the God, Heh. The image is only visible when a taper or light is used to illuminate the goblet. GEM 28.
Friday afternoon oil painting practice - the UI is still buggy, but I got the Reference Image element to work in Rebelle 8 (lost everything else in the process though, & hard crashed the app - thank goodness for the inbuilt saves and recovery files 😅).
Lady of Shalott from my garden.
Lady of Shalott from my garden.
November 14, 2025 at 5:39 AM
Friday afternoon oil painting practice - the UI is still buggy, but I got the Reference Image element to work in Rebelle 8 (lost everything else in the process though, & hard crashed the app - thank goodness for the inbuilt saves and recovery files 😅).
Lady of Shalott from my garden.
Lady of Shalott from my garden.
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Ancient, dust gathering conceptual sketches
Made with al.chemy.org
Made with al.chemy.org
November 14, 2025 at 4:33 AM
Ancient, dust gathering conceptual sketches
Made with al.chemy.org
Made with al.chemy.org