– or why hitting the target is cooler than hauling a catapult Let’s get straight to the point, gentlemen: Drop the ego. We need to talk about draw weight. Especially for beginners. For some reason, there’s this widespread macho myth that a “real man” should...
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The Symmetry Within – Lessons from Asian Archery Traditions
Many archers focus on strength, technique and precision. But what if balance mattered more than muscle? In this article, we explore the philosophy and practical benefits of symmetry in traditional Chinese archery – and why western archers might want to borrow a few...
Oliver af Nettesheim and the Age of the Curved Line
A Midsummer Reflection from Artemis Archery It has become something of a tradition during Medieval Week in Visby to leave one’s modern self behind and don an alter ego for a while. Some become knights, others jesters, a few wander the streets as sleepy monks or...
Trinity of Bows
The first 3D competition of the season has just wrapped up, and I must say—it felt rather splendid. Not because I won anything of note (I didn’t), but because for the first time in ages, I felt something beginning to return. A calmness. The faint outline of joy. My...
Personalising Your Bow: Form, Function, and Soul
Archery is more than just a sport; it’s a deeply personal journey. Every archer’s bow is a reflection of their style, skill, and spirit. While tuning your bow ensures it performs at its best, personalising it elevates it from being a mere tool to something truly...
The Art and Science of Tuning Your Bow: Brace Height and Strings
Archery is a harmonious blend of precision, craftsmanship, and intuition. While the modern archer often focuses on form and equipment, the often-overlooked art of bow tuning can make the difference between frustration and satisfaction. At the heart of this process are...
Anchored in Balance: Unlocking the Secrets of Alignment and Draw Styles in Archery
Many archers struggle with consistency, blaming their gear, practice habits, or even the wind. But what if the true issue lies within their own form? What if the key to mastering your shot is not more strength or fancy equipment, but simply learning how to align your...
If Arrows Could Speak
Life, like archery, is about aiming—though often we’re not entirely sure if the target is real or just a clever bit of existential décor from IKEA. Consider the bowstring, trembling with potential, much like our to-do lists: full of noble intentions but prone to...
A Pause, Not a Silence – A Statement from Artemis Archery
In light of recent and deeply troubling developments within the leadership of the United States government, Artemis Archery will, with immediate effect, pause the publication and promotion of American-made products and content connected to U.S.-based archers and...