So I'm sitting here on Father's Day after a great day with the family and reflecting on my first day of internship at the Museum of Biblical Arts (MBA). I officially started my internship yesterday. I am reporting to Lauren Tollett the Museum Supervisor and Registrar. I first met with Scott Peck, Curator and Co-director. He introduced me to many of the staff and showed me around a bit, even though I know the place pretty well. I then met Lauren and off we went in a whirlwind pace to get some projects done. My day was pretty much spent on assisting with the new exhibition,
that officially opens on June 26th with a meet and greet with the artist. The paintings have been hung and we worked on the registrar portion as well as getting all the labels ready, I quickly noticed that many of the staff wear multiple hats, even in a single day, and know this feeling well. Just before we wrapped u for the day, Lauren and I discussed where to place the labels for the painting that were double-stacked. This is not often done at the MBA but Henrietta has numerous paintings. We discussed a few options before we finally settled and what we think will be the easiest for the patrons to understand. The day truly did fly by and look forward to heading back there next Saturday for another action packed day. Once I get a bit more settled in, we will begin the docent training so I can conduct some tours. I look forward to these opportunities since I do this often at the airport. I hope I will be allowed to try a few of the different techniques that we have studied since this may be a better opportunity than at the airport. I had a great first day and look forward to blogging about some of my other experiences. It is really exciting when you get to see new pieces of art and test out some different tour techniques. I'll have to grab my notes from previous classes and brush up on them.
peace,
Guy
That sounds great, Guy, I've always wanted to go and see that museum and now I have an IN to get a really great tour. Although I am not in any way religious, I do very much appreciate the art and I have been fascinated with it for many years, having visited a few cathedrals as well as viewing quite a few pieces of art related to religious content. Do you have full access to all of the different areas of the museum? I'm really interested to view our conservation area and talk with our conservator about her current projects and what sorts of things she does with her days. Congratulations on starting your internship and I'll look forward to seeing and hearing more about it. Also, when you get brushed up on the collection, please let me know, I'd love to come by for a tour!
ReplyDeleteFirstly, Happy Belated Father's Day! I hope it was a very happy one and that you got spoiled quite a bit.
ReplyDeleteI am thrilled to read that you're so excited about learning a new collection and being able to try out some new teaching techniques. I am excited to see how things play out for you and if any become new favorites.
It is always a good feeling when a day flies by because you've been so engaged in rewarding work!
I've also found that it is very important to be able to wear multiple hats at the DMA. It seems like there is always something new to be doing and new people to be working with. I hope you've been able to enjoy your docent tours and have had the opportunity to learn some great new museum educator techniques to use in the future!
ReplyDeleteI've also found that it is very important to be able to wear multiple hats at the DMA. It seems like there is always something new to be doing and new people to be working with. I hope you've been able to enjoy your docent tours and have had the opportunity to learn some great new museum educator techniques to use in the future!
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