Experience Review of 'Play, Art! Our Family Art Play' at Suwon Museum of Art
[Reporter: Yeseul Jo]
May is a time when family moments feel especially precious, as it is known as 'Family Month'.
In search of a place to create special memories with my child, I visited the Suwon Museum of Art's main building.
We participated in the family-oriented educational program 'Play, Art! - Our Family Art Play'.
This program was not just a simple crafting experience; it was designed to seamlessly connect exhibition appreciation with creative activities.
Before the program began, we sat down and attached name stickers as an introduction to the activities.
We explored the functions and social roles of clothing, such as firefighter suits and traditional Korean attire, through a quiz format.
Because it was in quiz form, the children actively participated and became more interested in clothing.
During the exhibition, we viewed four pieces from the ongoing exhibition 'The Wearing Being', including 'Auntie', 'Project', 'Pink & Blue Project', and 'Mashup'.
The program facilitator encouraged the children to express their thoughts freely instead of just providing answers, allowing both adults and children to discuss the artworks from their perspectives.
Especially during the time spent appreciating 'Auntie', the children shared various opinions, saying things like, "It looks like my mom" or "It looks like a working person".
It was impressive to see how the same artwork could evoke different feelings in different people.
As we examined the colors and atmosphere of the pieces, we naturally discussed how clothing can also be a means of self-expression.
It was a meaningful time that went beyond simple appreciation to sharing thoughts.
After viewing the exhibition, we moved on to creating 'clothes' that represented our family story.
We first thought about colors and patterns that symbolize our family, then sketched simple designs on t-shirt templates.
Since our family loves rainbows, we decided on a 'rainbow' theme and freely decorated using various colors and materials.
Using materials like jewel stickers, lace, buttons, thread, and pom-poms, we completed outfits that contained our family's unique story.
After the activity, we had a 'runway' time to showcase our creations to other families.
As we appreciated each other's outfits, we once again felt the meaning of 'expressing individuality and stories through clothing' that we experienced in the exhibition.
The program was conducted in a relaxed atmosphere with six families per session, allowing children to move freely and engage in activities.
It felt like a 'play space' where we could laugh, create, and enjoy together, breaking the usual perception of museums as quiet places.
This program made me realize that public art museums are evolving beyond just exhibition spaces into cultural spaces where families can learn and experience together.
Activities linked to exhibitions help children understand artworks more easily and embrace art as part of their everyday experiences.
Suwon Museum of Art continuously offers various educational and experiential programs for families and children.
Since the timings and target audiences vary for each program, advance reservations are almost essential.
Particularly, family experience programs often fill up quickly due to limited spots.
For example, this program was fully booked shortly after it opened for reservations.
It's recommended to check the Suwon Museum of Art's website before making reservations.
On May 16th, from 1 PM to 3 PM, Suwon Art Space Gwangyo will hold a citizen participation drawing program called 'Colorful! Glass Window Painting'.
Using masking tape and glass markers, families can freely express their feelings about family and nature on the outside glass windows without prior reservation.
This experience was special as it allowed us to share thoughts and materials while creating art together.
Ultimately, the process became more memorable than the final product.
Participating in museum educational programs can be a great choice for those looking to spend meaningful time with their children.
Creating a family story beyond just appreciating artworks leaves a lasting impression.
Source :https://blog.naver.com/gyeonggi_gov/224285191935
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