Editor's Miscellany……53──The Wonder of Scale and the Steps Toward an Open Museum
Reflecting on parenting, the author explores how museums are becoming more accessible through childcare facilities and the impact of scale in exhibitions like the 'Insects' show and Ron Mueck's.Summary
The author's perspective on museums has shifted due to parenting, leading to a focus on infrastructure like nursing rooms and childcare services, as highlighted in a previous article about Kanazawa 21st Century Museum of Art. Visiting the 'Insects' exhibition at the Tokyo Metropolitan Museum of Photography, the author was surprised to see a wide range of generations, from children to seniors, deeply engaged with the display. The exhibition features macro photography with depth-of-field compositing, creating a dynamic 'manipulation of scale' that captivates viewers. The author also notes the upcoming 'Ron Mueck' exhibition at Mori Art Museum, where Mueck's hyper-realistic sculptures might resonate with the children who enjoyed the insect exhibit's scale effects. Both exhibitions challenge human perception through science and art, suggesting that lowering access barriers and increasing museum mobility will enrich local culture.
(Source：artscape)