A Cosmic Enlightenment: Thomas Wright’s Lunar Legacy by Riya Jayakumar https://padlet.com/riyajayakumar7798/epa3azfdpalvy4qy 24/25(1) ARTF5253M Interpretations Reflective Portfolio en-us 2024-10-17 10:49:13 UTC 2025-01-09 12:46:23 UTC hello@padlet.com SCIENCE MUSEUM riyajayakumar7798 https://padlet.com/riyajayakumar7798/epa3azfdpalvy4qy/wish/3176049619 All images have been taken from the Science Museum Group online collection, all released under a CC BY-NC-SA 4.0 Licence (Creative Commons License).

For more information, visit:

https://www.sciencemuseum.org.uk/objects-and-stories

]]> 2024-10-18 11:36:50 UTC https://padlet.com/riyajayakumar7798/epa3azfdpalvy4qy/wish/3176049619 1st group meeting riyajayakumar7798 https://padlet.com/riyajayakumar7798/epa3azfdpalvy4qy/wish/3176049724 2024-10-18 11:36:58 UTC https://padlet.com/riyajayakumar7798/epa3azfdpalvy4qy/wish/3176049724 Dolls riyajayakumar7798 https://padlet.com/riyajayakumar7798/epa3azfdpalvy4qy/wish/3176051285 Suggestions by Lucy and Celia

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]]> 2024-10-18 11:39:36 UTC https://padlet.com/riyajayakumar7798/epa3azfdpalvy4qy/wish/3176052124 Astronomy riyajayakumar7798 https://padlet.com/riyajayakumar7798/epa3azfdpalvy4qy/wish/3176052491 Suggestions by Me (Riya)

]]> 2024-10-18 11:39:58 UTC https://padlet.com/riyajayakumar7798/epa3azfdpalvy4qy/wish/3176052491 riyajayakumar7798 https://padlet.com/riyajayakumar7798/epa3azfdpalvy4qy/wish/3176057363 We each had different ideas, but after brainstorming, we narrowed down a few topics to discuss with Rob, our mentor.

After the meeting with Rob, we were able to understand how everything works.

]]> 2024-10-18 11:44:46 UTC https://padlet.com/riyajayakumar7798/epa3azfdpalvy4qy/wish/3176057363 riyajayakumar7798 https://padlet.com/riyajayakumar7798/epa3azfdpalvy4qy/wish/3176065228 we all decided to do our exhibit on space or astronomy.

]]> 2024-10-18 11:51:59 UTC https://padlet.com/riyajayakumar7798/epa3azfdpalvy4qy/wish/3176065228 Discussions riyajayakumar7798 https://padlet.com/riyajayakumar7798/epa3azfdpalvy4qy/wish/3176067690 After numerous suggestions and discussions, we decided on the topic of Astronomy.

]]> 2024-10-18 11:54:14 UTC https://padlet.com/riyajayakumar7798/epa3azfdpalvy4qy/wish/3176067690 2nd group meeting riyajayakumar7798 https://padlet.com/riyajayakumar7798/epa3azfdpalvy4qy/wish/3176071476 2024-10-18 11:57:42 UTC https://padlet.com/riyajayakumar7798/epa3azfdpalvy4qy/wish/3176071476 Sharing our Big Ideas riyajayakumar7798 https://padlet.com/riyajayakumar7798/epa3azfdpalvy4qy/wish/3176072240 2024-10-18 11:58:24 UTC https://padlet.com/riyajayakumar7798/epa3azfdpalvy4qy/wish/3176072240 Break through riyajayakumar7798 https://padlet.com/riyajayakumar7798/epa3azfdpalvy4qy/wish/3176082470 After long discussions, we found there are around 14 objects of his work in the Science Museum, all of which explore astronomy and navigation, leading up to his big creation the Orrery in 1735-1745. He lived from 1711 to 1786, so all his work takes place within the 18th century, which was a big era for astronomical interest and advances during the Age of Enlightenment (plus the discovery of Uranus!).

]]> 2024-10-18 12:06:41 UTC https://padlet.com/riyajayakumar7798/epa3azfdpalvy4qy/wish/3176082470 Astronomy Section riyajayakumar7798 https://padlet.com/riyajayakumar7798/epa3azfdpalvy4qy/wish/3176086784 In our research at the Edward Boyle Library, we came across two books that discuss Thomas Wright:

1. The Discovery of Our Galaxy

2. The History of the Telescope


These sources are proving valuable in furthering our understanding of his contributions.

]]> 2024-10-18 12:10:13 UTC https://padlet.com/riyajayakumar7798/epa3azfdpalvy4qy/wish/3176086784 riyajayakumar7798 https://padlet.com/riyajayakumar7798/epa3azfdpalvy4qy/wish/3176092810 Our research is still in progress, and we're now in week three, continuing to gather information and refine our understanding of the topic. There's still much to explore as we build on what we've learned so far.

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A Cosmic Enlightenment: Thomas Wright’s Lunar Legacy


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]]> 2025-01-08 16:56:24 UTC https://padlet.com/riyajayakumar7798/epa3azfdpalvy4qy/wish/3284175242 3. Layout and Composition: riyajayakumar7798 https://padlet.com/riyajayakumar7798/epa3azfdpalvy4qy/wish/3284175634 Create a layout strategy, including the ratio of images to text, use of white space, and content sections, to ensure clear information hierarchy and easy navigation.

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This will be a visual aid, as well as an immersive experience to draw the audience into the Enlightenment world.

This will also support our exhibition labels.

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]]> 2025-01-08 16:57:59 UTC https://padlet.com/riyajayakumar7798/epa3azfdpalvy4qy/wish/3284177387 7. Responsive Design: riyajayakumar7798 https://padlet.com/riyajayakumar7798/epa3azfdpalvy4qy/wish/3284178138 We will test several times on different devices after creating the online exhibition.

]]> 2025-01-08 16:58:30 UTC https://padlet.com/riyajayakumar7798/epa3azfdpalvy4qy/wish/3284178138 riyajayakumar7798 https://padlet.com/riyajayakumar7798/epa3azfdpalvy4qy/wish/3284199456 Step into the Enlightenment era, with English astronomer and instrument maker, Thomas Wright. Combining contemporary understandings of science, art, philosophy and religion, Wright had pioneering ideas about the composition of our galaxy during the 18th century. Astronomy was often limited to the likes of the Ruling class, but Wright's conceptual approach to space helped to expand interest and understanding of the Milky Way among the general public. Today, we aim to introduce Thomas Wright's oeuvre to the new generation, rediscovering the wonders of our galaxy through the Enlightenment lens.

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Objective

To engage a modern audience with the pioneering ideas of Thomas Wright, contextualizing his contributions to astronomy within the Enlightenment era. The aim is to foster a deeper appreciation for the intersection of science, art, philosophy, and religion in shaping our understanding of the Milky Way.

]]> 2025-01-08 18:36:52 UTC https://padlet.com/riyajayakumar7798/epa3azfdpalvy4qy/wish/3284297049 riyajayakumar7798 https://padlet.com/riyajayakumar7798/epa3azfdpalvy4qy/wish/3284298914 2025-01-08 18:38:39 UTC https://padlet.com/riyajayakumar7798/epa3azfdpalvy4qy/wish/3284298914 riyajayakumar7798 https://padlet.com/riyajayakumar7798/epa3azfdpalvy4qy/wish/3284300022 'Newton wished to discover God by studying the universe; Wright wished to discover the universe by studying God' [EXHIBITION TEXT]


Charles A.Whitney, The Discovery of our Universe, pp.77.


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  1. Orrery by Thomas Wright, 1735-1745

  2. Drawing of Grand Orrery by Thomas Wright and engraving of 'The Grand Orrery' by John Rowley, 1715-1728

  3. George II's Grand Orrery, 1733

  4. Gregorian reflecting telescope of 2 5/8 inch aperture and 16 inch focal length by Thomas Wright, 1826-1842

  5. English Horary Quadrant, 1718-1747

  6. Microscope, c.1738

  7. Orrery Planetary Model by Thomas Wright, 1718-1747


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Riya - George II Orrery, Drawing of Orrery

Fangyi - Quadrant, Microscope

Celia - Orrery planetary model, Orrery


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https://www.sciencemuseum.org.uk/objects-and-stories

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