Brooklyn Museum Personal Statement

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Employment at the Brooklyn Museum is my unforgettable desire, which combines the love of art and a desire to educate people. Museum environment is one of the creative protected zones of history and culture where everyone has an option to experience the visual histories of civilization. It is a great vision to have people surrounded by masterpieces, when every picture has a story and elicits feelings, which changes people and makes them respect art more. I want to work for the Brooklyn Museum because art has always held a special place in my heart and I extensively enjoy the process of observing people’s artistic thought processes. This has made me take arts courses, art appreciation and practice various types of art which has enhanced my knowledge …show more content…

Vivid and rather profound use of ornaments and narratives depicted in Hindu artwork is the reflection of the culture and beliefs that I enjoy. Being employed at the Brooklyn Museum would let me introduce the aforementioned intersections to the public, thus spreading the appreciation of Hindu art. Here, my skills as a curator of exhibitions make me fit for this program. I have sound academic preparation in art history, also practical experience in mounting art exhibitions and conducting educational-artistic projects. My skills in communication of ideas in a simplified manner and involving diverse people would be an advantage in the education department of the Brooklyn Museum. Also, the ability in project management as well as dealings with different stakeholders would be useful in the ever changing environment of the museum. I want to join this program because I desire to enhance my understanding of the management and curatorial practices of a museum. That is why I want to find out more about the most up-to-date curatorial methods, exhibition design, as well as the opportunities to involve the community in art practices. I am going to explore all these aspects while working at the Brooklyn