Galleries, museums and print media advertising...

Student analysis of print media materials related to galleries, museums and exhibitions could focus attention on the language in advertising used to promote the existence of a gallery or museum, or the advent of a specific exhibition or display. In addition to the actual language used, students could also examine the ways in which text is presented in advertisements. Reference could be made to the use of different fonts and font sizes, as well as font colours, italic print and bold print. Of course, students should also describe and analyse the relationships between the placement of print and imagery within advertisements.

Galleries, museums and print media...

Internet access to information related to galleries, museums and exhibitions is important, but print media can still provide valuable information for teachers and students. Teachers and students could collect and discuss advertisements and articles associated with specific galleries, museums and exhibitions, then use these collections as a basis for discussion groups and written analysis.