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- I. PURPOSE OF TITLE PAGE
- A. INFORM VIEWER WHAT HE IS GOING TO SEE & TYPE OF EXHIBIT (eg: PH, SS, etc.)
- B. INFORM VIEWER BRIEFLY OF BACKGROUND/HISTORICAL VIEWPOINT
- 1. Briefly fills in possible gaps necessary to understand exhibit subject
- 2. Informs viewer purpose of the exhibit
- 3. Introduces viewer to the wonder of your subject
- C. BE BRIEF, SHOULDN'T TAKE MORE THAN A MINUTE TO READ
- II. STRUCTURE OF TITLE PAGE
- A. TITLE OF EXHIBIT
- 1. Make sure viewer understands what the exhibit is about
- 2. Define the boundaries of exhibit as much as possible within title
- B. BACKGROUND
- 1. Briefly give the viewer enough historical information to understand what story of exhibit is
- 2. Briefly give viewer enough background to want to view exhibit
- 3. Briefly give subject life and charm, if possible (make story compelling)
- C. STRUCTURE OF EXHIBIT
- 1. Discussion of components, what is and is not present
- 2. Explain keys to understanding exhibit (important items, etc.)
- 3. Items to look for (if appropriate)
- D. EXHIBIT PLAN
- 1. Outline exhibit in natural breakdown of subjects (as per running headings)
- 2. Particularly critical in thematic exhibit (generally separate page required)
- E. PHILATELIC ITEM/ILLUSTRATION
- 1. Use eye-catcher item that will not detract from continuity of main story or flow
- 2. If appropriate, place map or illustration as aid to better understand exhibit
- 3. No limit or boundaries to what is allowed, but use space wisely
- HELPFUL HINT:
- It maybe helpful to have additional title pages within exhibit (think of section headings in a text book)
- 1. Will improve treatment of subject particularly in eyes of judges
- 2. Assists in flow of story (you always know where you are in exhibit)
- 3. Makes viewing easier and more educational
With the kind permission of the authors
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