What makes a photograph exciting?
“The only interesting answers are those that destroy the questions.”
-Susan Sontag
It’s been a long time since I’ve seen photographs as exciting as the ones on Laurel Ptak’s blog at i heart photograph. I’m curious to find out what kinds of questions, feelings, desires, or repulsions may surface while you view these photographs.
Check out Luis Gispert, [...]
Smithsonian Summer
My buddies and I just got back from summer camp at the Smithsonian Latino Museum Studies Program. I never went to camp as a kid, but I got a taste of what it would have been like, sharing a dorm and staying up until 2:00 a.m. for nights on end. We had the opportunity [...]
In Praise of Good Energy in Museums
Catch up with Hari Jones for a learning experience at the African-American Civil War Museum in Washington, D.C. Mr. Jones uses a call and response format and tells uncommon stories including microhistories. He speaks with power and confidence, answering questions with skill and knowledge. Everyone feels comfortable asking questions, including very young children. Thanks for [...]