As an emerging museum professional currently studying Museum Management and Curatorship, I am developing a research-informed approach to exhibition making that integrates theory, material practice, and visitor experience. My process begins with a curatorial inquiry and expands into spatial and interpretive strategies that translate research into accessible public narratives.
I am particularly attentive to how objects, texts, and design elements function relationally within a gallery environment. Spatial sequencing, visitor flow, and sightlines are considered alongside interpretive clarity, ensuring that exhibition content remains intellectually rigorous while accessible to diverse audiences. I approach interpretive writing as both analytical and ethical work, shaping how knowledge is framed and encountered.
With a background in visual art, I bring sensitivity to materiality, scale, and spatial composition. Exhibition development, for me, is a collaborative process and evolving practice, one that balances conceptual depth with practical considerations such as layout planning, object care, budget and visitor engagement. I see this field as a site of continued learning, critical reflection, and professional growth.
Mini Exhibition, Peterborough Museum & Archive,2025
This exhibition centered on the in-depth study of a single object, foregrounding object biography, material analysis, and interpretive translation. The project began with archival and contextual research, followed by photographic documentation and the preparation of a formal condition report in accordance with CCI standards. Preventive conservation measures were assessed prior to display to ensure appropriate handling and environmental stability.
From a curatorial perspective, I developed a structured interpretive script that guided the exhibition narrative. This framework informed the design of a primary panel, supporting didactic texts, and an interactive element that encouraged visitor engagement while maintaining object safety. A custom mount was created to provide structural support without compromising material integrity, and clear “touch / do not touch” signage was designed and laminated to manage visitor interaction. This exhibition strengthened my ability to integrate documentation, conservation awareness, and interpretive design within a cohesive display strategy.
Interactive Elements
Create & Design an object for visitor engagement, Conservation lab, 2025
Planning & Mount making, Annex, Peterborough Museum & Archive, 2025
Mini Panel, visitor engagement panel, Mini exhibition, Peterborough museum & archive, 2025
Mount making & Touch/don’t touch sign, Mini Exhibition,2025
Mini Exhibition, Peterborough Museum & Archive, 2025