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The study

"The visit protocol draws inspiration from a similar experience that took place in the past at the MoMa in New York, with the addition of music, sounds, and spoken parts. The purpose of sound design was twofold: first, to sonically 'tag' museum spaces to reduce the risk of disorientation for participants, and second, to give 'voice' to the artworks to enhance the attentiveness of visitors and create a deeper connection with the pieces."
I would like to thank Simone Savogin and Federica Spreafico for lending their voices to the artworks, and the Vela Museum for embracing the idea. I collaborated with Dario Galbusera in designing the technological solution, while the scientific supervision was entrusted to Danilo Spada and Maria Chiara Ciaccheri.
This is the testimony of an operator: "The experience proved to be positive, and in many instances, there were beautiful and unexpected moments. For example, when a gentleman describing a painting said, 'I see a happy family seeking peace, and beyond the mountains... the light,' or, pointing to a statue, 'This is a little girl whom everyone loves; she is very cherished by her family.'"
Video by Johanna Worton