Da Vinci Exhibiton (Giveaway)

One of the most talented individuals of our time has got to be Leonardo da Vinci. Leonardo is renowned as one of the greatest painters of all time. Among his works, is the most famous Mona Lisa, where a replica can be seen at the exhibition. Other famous works include The Last Supper and The creation of Adam. Leonardo is revered also for his technological ingenuity. He conceptualized flying machines, and even planned a city. And all these concepts can be seen at the “Da Vinci: Shaping the Future” exhibition at the ArtScience Museum.

We were therefore excited to introduce the kids to this famous man, and hopefully some of his creativity and curiosity can rub off on the kids. Therefore, we ask the question…

Is the exhibition suitable for kids?

I think it helped tremendously that we had a guide with us, throughout the exhibition. I believe that most Parents will be like me. Our rudimentary knowledge of Da Vinci will NOT be able to bring out the best of the exhibition. There are just so many things to see, and the wealth of knowledge presented is overwhelming, even for a adult. However, the museum does try to make the exhibition interactive. but a guide to help the family is SUPER useful (Tours are complimentary, on a first come, first served basis).

Upon entering the Museum, one will be presented with the main time-line of events. Da Vinci was born out of wedlock and he was an uneducated man, as his mum was a peasant. Despite his poor education, he still rose to great heights, as he got his education in the studio of a Florentine Painter. One significant milestone, was that he took 10 years to complete the Mona Lisa.

Through the exhibition, visitors will take a journey through the work and legacy of the most celebrated artist and scientist of all time Leonardo da Vinci. Besides being a famous painter, he is also known to be a sculptor, architect, musician, mathematician, engineer, inventor, anatomist, geologist, cartographer, botanist, and writer. He also conceptualized flying machines, which is why the halls are filled with flying machines.

The main focus will be on the original masterpieces by da Vinci, which are in Southeast Asia  for the first time in Southeast Asia. The higlight of the exhibition will be the Codex Atlanticus, da Vinci’s largest notebook. Yes! the most prized possession of the genius before his death. Visitors will get to see the original notebook, where only a limited pieces can only be display each time, so as to preserve the notebook. This is the first time the Codex is seen in Souteast Asia, and a total of 13 original pages will be on display. In February 2015, these 13 pages will be replaced by 13 new pages from the Codex Atlanticus, providing visitors with the opportunity to experience 26 pages in total, over the lifespan of the exhibition.

An interesting note: In order to hide the secrets, the notebook is written inversely, where it can only be read, when you are assisted with a mirror.

Some interactive stations which the kids enjoyed was the architecture station. Da Vinci was a genius who knew how to build cities that were modern, and yet could help contain sicknesses. Kids can build their own cities and discover the advantages of building one near a river source, and having different levels.

Kids can also attempt to build a Da Vinci bridge and make their own parachutes. There is a workshop where you can learn to create your own Masterpiece from Sundays to Fridays (430 to 530pm).It is complimentary for visitors, but you will need to register 15 mins before the session starts.

The Codex and copies of the Mona Lisa are also on display together with some of his original paintings. However, no photography is allowed, and therefore I could not get any photos of these real life exhibits. For those who are interested to find out what original paintings will be on display, they are:

Saint John the Baptist by Gian Giacomo Caprotti (Salai)

(Early 1520’s)

The Virgin and Child by Giovanni Antonio Boltraffio
(Early 16th Century)

Virgin of the Rocks by Andrea Bianchi (Vespino)
(Circa 1615–18)

These three masterpieces will be on show until February 2015, when they will be replaced by three different masterpieces from The School of da Vinci.

The exhibition definitely offers a wealth of knowledge for visitors, and if you are in love with da Vinci’s work, you will greatly appreciate this exhibition.

To find out more about the exhibition and purchase tickets, do visit the ArtScience Museum. The exhibition will end its run on 11 Feb 2015.  _____________________________________________________________________________________________________

And Yes! We have a Giveaway for our Readers!

We are giving away a family package where 2 Adults and 2 children, can catch this exhibition for FREE! 

 All you need to do to Win is to:

1. Comment on this blog post, and tell us what you love about the Da Vinci: Shaping the future exhibtion?

2. Join and LIKE the ArtScience Museum Facebook Page and ED Unloaded Facebook Page Facebook Page

3. Share this blog post on your Facebook Wall with the Caption “Catch Da Vinci at the ArtScience Museum for FREE!”

For those who are new to the process, just copy the link below and Paste it on your FB Wall. Do Remember to add the Caption!

 http://edunloaded.com/sponsored-review/da-vinci-exhibiton-giveaway/

The Giveaway ends on 14 Jan, 2015 at 2359 hrs. (Editor’s decision on Winners are final)

_____________________________________________________________________________________________________

And the Winner of this Giveaway is

Karen Ong 

Congratulations! We will be contacting you shortly about the collection of your prize! To the rest of our readers, stay tuned for our next giveaway!

_____________________________________________________________________________________________________