For this project, I worked with Reed, Ngelek, and Dylan, and we decided that our object would be the Room Intercom from Nourse Hall. Below is the Omeka link and a copy of one of the images we took in class on Tuesday.
The specific date this intercom was used is unfortunately unknown, however, it will have to be between the years 1912-2011. However, my best guess is that this intercom was widely used between the years 1990 and 2000s. The intercom was used to announce callers and visitors waiting in the parlor.
The modeling process has been an interesting experience for me. I never realized how much attention to detail the process took. When I would simply view an exhibition, I would just observe the big picture of the item I was viewing. In other words, I would not spend much time paying attention to every small finite detail. However, when designing a model, I now see that the small details do matter. Therefore, attempting to create a model requires stronger attention to detail and precision, and therefore, can be more difficult than simply viewing an exhibition depending on the object. From the object our group has chosen, although the Nourse intercom does require a considerable amount of attention to detail, I can imagine other objects that require a substantial amount more, which can be difficult to model.
By modeling the object, I have become more curious about the course intercom and other objects as well as the stories they have told. I also believe that this method of engaging with objects has sparked more interest and curiosity compared to just simply viewing the exhibition. By modeling the object, I have simply spent more time studying and observing the object than I would have by simply viewing it at an exhibition. As a result, I have come to appreciate the details and have become more curious about the history of the intercom and how it has been used in the past. This experience has taught me a different technique to study models, and I look forward to applying it in the future as I become curious about other objects across Carleton College.
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Hey Khizar, I agree that the modeling process requires much more attention to detail than simply viewing an item in an exhibition. While working with my group’s item, I found myself noticing details that I would otherwise likely ignore if I was simply observing the item. I do find that it led me to a higher level of appreciation and understanding for the item though!