My name begins with a ‘V’ & my husband’s name is begins with an ‘A’. Funnily in celebration of our our 25th wedding Anniversary, we found ourselves exploring the V & A together. We had an amazing time time admiring the the diverse range of creative expressions through the centuries as well as globally.
The building itself is impressive. There is SO much to take in. Then there are the impressive sculptures, paintings, furnishings, jewellery, instruments, silverware, fashion….. the list goes on.
There is something special about Museums and creative expressions. I think it has to do with Connection. An Art piece has the potential to connect with us with another human being – whether it is the person who created it or the person who owned it or used it or just a fellow Museum visitor. Whenever I visit Museums, I am always on the look out for the available Free tours that are available. It is usually led by an enthusiastic Guide (sometimes, volunteers). The insights they bring in their tour, facilitates a deeper connection, quite often through humour.
It is so easy to forget that creativity has a cultural context. It is a creative expression of a human being in response to their cultural surroundings. It goes beyond functionality. It exists to BE.
There was so much to take in from our visit, so much so that when I found I had to make an additional trip to London again; I spent my day there once again. I left feeling inspired, connected and looking forward more creative ventures as with the Home Ed Creatives I will be seeing next week!
Home Ed Creatives 