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What to do in an art gallery.

Art galleries have been called the Cathedrals of the Modern Era.

But just like Cathedrals, they can seem mysterious and a little bit strange - the kind of places where you could easily do things wrong.

They don't have to be that way. Here are some simple suggestions.

Don't try to look at too much.

Go into a room,

choose one painting which catches your eye and spend at least five minutes with it.

1.

Look at the label last.

People often spend more time reading the label than looking at the artwork.

2.

Look and think.

Really look.

And ask yourself questions about the painting.

3.

Think about keeping a notebook with:

details of the painting;

thoughts and questions which arise.

4.

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