Merel van der Vaart

Rotterdam Area, Netherlands Netherlands

Owner of Muse- Mensen & musea:- specialised in (digital) audience engagement & research.

Photography / Arts

I'm a museum professional with over a decade of experience working with many different types of collections and audiences. I aim to combine museum theory with practical work and am especially interested in the relationship between visitors, collections and interpretation tools. I specialize in online/on-site audience engagement and informal learning. In my work I explore the role of the museum as an intermediary between visitor, object and information, facilitating interaction, exploration and learning. I see on-gallery and online visits (including the use of social & digital media) as equally valuable opportunities for engagement, learning and dialogue. In 2005 I co-founded Muse - Pe...