The initial challenge of this project was in the selection of an object that was to be the central focus of the exhibition. No smaller than a loaf of bread, but no larger than a sedan, the selected object ideally had to provide strong opportunities for inspiring an interesting and engaging exhibition, both visually and mentally.
The object I selected was a saddle. Perfectly fitting within the required size range, the saddle is a visually interesting and unique object with an extensive story over the course of history. After more research,
however, I decided that the object of a saddle actually covered much more than the exhibition initially intended. You could quite literally fill an entire four story building with an exhibition on saddles. Therefore,
however, I decided that the object of a saddle actually covered much more than the exhibition initially intended. You could quite literally fill an entire four story building with an exhibition on saddles. Therefore,
I decided to direct my attention on a more specific focus within the saddle topic: the sidesaddle.
With a rich history flecked with one-of-a-kind traditions, influences in current culture, and a unique niche
in the modern equestrian world, the sidesaddle presented an ideal opportunity to create an intriguing
and engaging exhibition.
in the modern equestrian world, the sidesaddle presented an ideal opportunity to create an intriguing
and engaging exhibition.
