Interesting exhibitions

Exhibitions Visited

The first exhibition was the 'Military Museum" in Maldon a fantastic place which has only been open 5 years. The whole collection is owned by one man.

Creative Designs

This museum was the best I have ever visited because it had something for everybody.

Although certain pieces were very old they were displayed with very clean cut lines and the lighting had been strategically placed.

Frames were done in a variety of wood which did not take any beauty away from the exhibit.

The use of material behind the figures had been tastfully done and provided a rich look.

The textual descriptions were brilliant and very easy to read.

Tables were placed in various locations and did not look out of place.

The isolated chair was an innotative idea but I felt it was the wrong type of chair.

All signposted requests had the same background so the visitor could realise that these were the rules for the museum.

Many of the collective pieces told a story and were very informative.

The large free standing exhibits such as the bombs were securely fasten to the wall not only as a deterrent against theft but also I would assume for health and safety.

Newspapers, Diaries, Posters were all part of a creative collection of exhibits.

The boat had pillars and ropes to prevent entry as did the mines.

The place was extremley clean and a pleasure to walk around and for once it was kept at a temperature which did not make me feel as if my head was going to explode.

Staff were helpful and polite and showed a keen interest when asked questions.

There were a few items like masks that children could try on.

Foam fire extinquishers were present in inobstrusive areas and looked well maintained.

Fire exit door was uncluttered and would allow free access.

Easy to see fire exit signs around the museum.

Walls were enhanced by creative display of lances, swords and the right weight of armour all enhanced by wood cladding.

Reception would allow a fair percentage of people to concrecate without suffocating.

The only down side unless I did not notice the lifts is disabled people would only manage to look at the ground floor because access to the 1st and 2nd floor was by metal stairways. Ramps possible for the first floor but would not be possible for the second floor unless they were staggered levels of ramp as the stairs to the second floor were fairly steep.

People could also order beverages and eats if they so desired.

An innotive display of a man in the first world war trenches - display was placed in a recess and made it look almost 3D.

The second exhibition was the 'Hyletts Gallery in Maldon', this was chosen so I could get an idea of limited budget and small rooms. The use of colour surrounding the images gave them depth and almost asked you to walk in and investigate more closely. The Pastel colours really worked with very well placed directional light.

The rooms were small but the colour and placement of work made the room light airy with good height and depth.



Some of the exhibits I saw and really liked are the following:



















Although the artists below are well recognised they provide the public with an exciting array of messages which have been enhanced greatly by their pure presenation skills.

Bansky also Appeals

The next image is called "Elephant in the Room" which was one of Bansky's themes. Nobody can say he is boring. The work is appealing, he is his own person and is quite unique. Comapred to the elephant the car or bike idea appears to be quite normal.





Pieces by Shilpa Gupta



It would be fabulous for each member when the theme is chosen to create one poster which could be used either as a window hanging or wall hanging.

This lady is a wizard with all types of digital media and is known for her themes being enlightening, informative and fun.

It is a simple idea but shows true professionalism.


Portrays Cultural Dislocation