Wednesday, 22 August 2018

Me, a curator?

I'm exploring some big words right now: purpose, strengths, hope. My definitions are definitely changing as I dig in a bit deeper and take time to think a bit more. 

It's quite exciting actually. 

So here is the word I researched using the generic online dictionary called Google. 

CURATE

Origin: Middle English: from medieval Latin curatus, from Latin cura ‘care’.

CURATE (VERB)

- select, organize, and look after the items in (a collection or exhibition) 

- select the performers or performances that will feature in (an arts event or programme) 

- select, organize, and present (online content, merchandise, information, etc.), typically using professional or expert knowledge.

But I prefer this definition of the verb which I found on www.oxfordlearnerdictionaries.com

to select, organize and look after the objects or works of art in a museum or an art gallery, etc.

- to collect, select and present information or items such as pictures, video, music, etc. for people to use or enjoy, using your professional or expert knowledge

Purpose. Strengths. Hope. 

A curator. Looking after the objects and works of art, collecting, selecting and presenting information or items for people to use and enjoy. Using MY professional or expert knowledge. 

Lekker word, curate!

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