​About us

Martin Lominy – Educator and craftsman in archaeology
Founder of Abotec

Marie Trottier – Production and communications assistant

Martin studied anthropology at the University of Montreal with a specialization in prehistoric archaeology. Over the course of a decade as a museum educator and anthropology teacher he developed an expertise on aboriginal technologies through the reproduction and experimentation of artifacts for education projects. He founded Abotec in 2005 and has since provided educational and scientific services for schools, museums, universities, research groups and aboriginal communities.

Marie is an archaeologist and diver specializing in subaquatic archaeology. She is also an archery coach with skills that are well suited for archaeology experimentation and education. Her craft specialties include bone work, polished stone tools and especially prehistoric pottery that she is developing with ongoing experiments. Her creativity is just as valuable in the field of communications particularly for outreach activities but also video production and the management of our internet platforms.

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Our apprentices

In a trade where knowledge and skills are only learned through experience, the contribution of apprentices is valuable to overcome the challenges of such a boundless exploration as experimental archaeology. These outstanding collaborators assist in the process of artifact reproduction and archaeology education while learning the crafts and their traditions. Most of all, they bring passion and energy to a mission that requires no less.

David is a history buff and a museum educator with a strong  interest in historical reconstitution. His intellectual rigour, his experience in woodwork and his sense of adventure make him our best asset for experimental work.

Eliane has a degree in specialized education and a passion for textile plants and their uses. Several years of learning and experimentation make her our best collaborator for everything related to crafting with plants fibres.