Children are very opinionated and will often take an opportunity to remind you of this by vocally expressing what they like and dislike, often to your massive annoyance. This is especially true of a trip to an art gallery. You cannot force a child to happily experience the power of art, but with a few of these tips maybe you can make the process a little bit easier.
Tip number one is to remember to visit the museum twice. Most modern museums are massive in size and the likelihood of getting through it all in one day in adequate detail is very unlikely. The one big problem with this is having to repay the admission price every time but if you really want to get the most out of your experience then planning your visit over multiple days is the way to go.
Next remember not to settle for substitutes or cheap reproductions. Pictures can of course always be looked at on the internet or inside the pages of books or magazines, but nothing beats seeing the real as it was meant to be seen. Always try to see the painting displayed on the gallery walls, it will have more of an emotional effect on you and go a long way to enhancing your enjoyment of the piece.
It may also be helpful for you to do some research on the subject beforehand in order to build up some excitement. Many museums and galleries also include small descriptions and summaries concerning the painting and the author that enhance the overall viewing experience. A picture says a thousand words and every painting has a story to tell, so listen to it.
Also maybe try to make the gallery tour into an interactive adventure. Games like "I Spy" are an excellent way to keep children engaged with the experience as they move through the gallery. Another good idea but maybe one that is more time-consuming is that of a treasure hunt.
Always keep your eye on the time and know at what time the museum closes. It's easy to get lost while wandering around a museum and a failure to keep track of the time may result in you getting ushered out of the museum before you've had a chance to see what you want. Make sure you get the most out of your admission fee.
A trip to the gallery is really what you make of it. It's going to be as exciting as watching the latest blockbuster movie or taking a ride on a roller coaster. You'll get out of the experience what you put into it.
So now you have what you need to know in order to get the most out of your museum trip. A little bit of effort on your part will go a long way to rewarding you in the end. Don't let the big wide world of art intimidate you, so get out there and discover all those thrills for yourself.
Tip number one is to remember to visit the museum twice. Most modern museums are massive in size and the likelihood of getting through it all in one day in adequate detail is very unlikely. The one big problem with this is having to repay the admission price every time but if you really want to get the most out of your experience then planning your visit over multiple days is the way to go.
Next remember not to settle for substitutes or cheap reproductions. Pictures can of course always be looked at on the internet or inside the pages of books or magazines, but nothing beats seeing the real as it was meant to be seen. Always try to see the painting displayed on the gallery walls, it will have more of an emotional effect on you and go a long way to enhancing your enjoyment of the piece.
It may also be helpful for you to do some research on the subject beforehand in order to build up some excitement. Many museums and galleries also include small descriptions and summaries concerning the painting and the author that enhance the overall viewing experience. A picture says a thousand words and every painting has a story to tell, so listen to it.
Also maybe try to make the gallery tour into an interactive adventure. Games like "I Spy" are an excellent way to keep children engaged with the experience as they move through the gallery. Another good idea but maybe one that is more time-consuming is that of a treasure hunt.
Always keep your eye on the time and know at what time the museum closes. It's easy to get lost while wandering around a museum and a failure to keep track of the time may result in you getting ushered out of the museum before you've had a chance to see what you want. Make sure you get the most out of your admission fee.
A trip to the gallery is really what you make of it. It's going to be as exciting as watching the latest blockbuster movie or taking a ride on a roller coaster. You'll get out of the experience what you put into it.
So now you have what you need to know in order to get the most out of your museum trip. A little bit of effort on your part will go a long way to rewarding you in the end. Don't let the big wide world of art intimidate you, so get out there and discover all those thrills for yourself.
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