Exhibition planning: Method in the Madness!

 

Figure 1).  Exhibition planning sheet (click to enhance size)


Figure 2). Notes taken during Helena Warburton's talk (click to enhance size) 

(Observed from the research and planning activity between 8th February – 15th February). I created a preliminary critical path of exhibition planning to delivery sheet, inspired from Helena Warburton’s method of exhibition curation (see fig. 1) to construct a sense of guidance and progress within our exhibition planning. During her talk at university, I was particularly fascinated by her insight as an exhibition manager/curator. Some particularly resonating wisdom she shared includes her explanation of photographers reliance upon on the relationship between themselves and the gallerist, and that mounting/framing has the potential to simplify something complicated. (see Fig. 2).



 

Figure 3). Meeting minutes (click on each individual image to enhance size)

In addition, I also created a weekly minutes form which is being actively used throughout the entirety of our meetings (see fig. 2) This sheet ensures meetings stay on track by outlining the necessary objectives of the current meeting. In addition, this form acts as a blueprint stepping stone as it includes an overview of last week’s progress and outlines the forthcoming tasks and areas of focus for the commencing week. As shown in Fig. 3, the first two meetings are focused on brainstorming potential venues and fundraising ideas. 



 

Figure 4). Whatsapp screen recording. (click to play video)

Finally, they are typed up and subsequently posted in our team’s social media group (see fig. 4). I have made it a personal priority to ensure the organization of this exhibition remains highly consistent as I regard it paramount in the eventual success of this exhibition. 






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