Collecting, Exhibit Design, and Curation

Collecting involves gathering objects or artifacts for a purpose, often to preserve history, art, or cultural significance. Exhibit design is the process of planning and creating displays that effectively showcase these collections, considering layout, lighting, and visual appeal to engage viewers. Curation is the careful selection, organization, and interpretation of items within an exhibition, ensuring a coherent story or theme is conveyed. Together, these disciplines involve acquiring meaningful pieces, designing compelling presentations, and thoughtfully guiding visitors’ understanding and experience of the collection.