Guest Blog: Mind on My Monet
I’m delighted to present my first guest blog by art blogger Yadi of the uber popular “Mind on My Monet” instagram account in which she explores the art galleries of London along with her son Milo. I’ve enjoyed following Yadi’s instagram where she shares photographs of her son viewing the amazing art that they visit together. When I look at these instagram pics it makes me feel like I’m looking at art through the eyes of a child and as such it gives me a new dimension to it where I enjoy the art in its purest form without the baggage of adult life. I hope you enjoy “Mind on My Monet” instagram as much as I do!
About: Yadi of “Mind on My Monet” Instagram
Hi I’m Yadi, originally from the U.S., and now a mum of two in London. I previously studied photography, which is what brought me to London, and now I’m a full-time art enthusiast. I’m very lucky I get the chance to share my passion for all things art with my kids, and that was the main motivation for my Instagram page. I’ve come across other parents who were intimidated to take children inside commercial galleries and art museums, and I wanted to dispel the myth. London has access to some of the best art in the world, most of the time for free, so I use my page to encourage as many people as possible to take advantage of this.
Children’s reaction to art
One of my biggest joys is seeing my son’s reaction to the art and exploring how he feels towards it. Children let you know right away why they love something (and very often why they don’t!). They also have a natural ability to be inquisitive. Milo eagerly wants to know more about a piece that catches his eye, and that is how our conversations normally begin.
Contemporary art and children
In terms of tips for other parents wanting to take children to art museums, start with the larger ones. For example, Tate Modern is a perfect place to start in London. I always say keep it light and fun. Contemporary art is great for this, as it’s easier for children to engage with. I also normally let Milo take the lead, let him find something he gravitates towards and see where that might take us.
Thanks Yadi for your blog with words of wisdom and fantastic photos of Milo enjoying the contemporary art - I think your work on instagram is invaluable and it will help encourage many other parents and guardians to visit art galleries with their children and enjoy them as much as you do with your son!
Please do leave a message in the comment box below if you enjoy exploring art with the little ones in your life.
-PIGSY