LUKE JERRAM’S MUSEUM OF THE MOON SHINES AT THE CORN EXCHANGE NEWBURY

UK artist Luke Jerram’s astonishing installation Museum of the Moon will be at the Corn Exchange Newbury between Tuesday 15th August and Sunday 3rd September, presented in partnership with Visit Newbury as part of their Festival of the Moon.

Visitors to this magical setting can experience the six metre, to-scale sculpture of the Moon as it is suspended in Corn Exchange’s main auditorium, lit from the inside and featuring a surround sound audio composition by BAFTA-winning composer Dan Jones. The installation presents a fascinating introduction to space for curious children and adults alike, allowing you to experience our closest lunar neighbour up close, discover fascinating scientific facts, and bask in its mysterious beauty. Alongside the installation, the Corn Exchange will also host a programme of lunar-themed events and activities under the Moon. Find out more at www.cornexchangenew.com/museum-of-the-moon Tickets: Free, suggestion donation of £5. Please book your time slot in advance.

Newbury Building Society’s

We want to see YOUR

photos!

Photography Competition is open for entries

You could win a £50 voucher of your choice* and have your picture featured in our 2024 calendar! Newbury Building Society’s resident photographer, Michael of Michael Harden Photography, shares his top tips to help you perfect your entry.

The best camera is the one you have

You don’t need the latest camera to produce amazing images! Any camera, whatever its age, will do. Get used to how it works, play around with the settings, and see how it affects your photos.

Look at the everyday in a new way

No object is boring if you’re creative enough. Get low or up high (safely) and you’ll see the world differently. A small tree can become a tower when shot at the right angle.

A picture is worth a thousand words

One of the most fun parts of photography is you can be a storyteller without ever saying a word. Look for moments of joy, the unpredictable, or even the unbelievable. The best photos always have a story behind them.

Rules? What rules?!

There are loads of books on how to take a photo (I know, I’ve read most of them!). You may hear terms like ‘composition’ or ‘aspect ratios’. These are great to know, but art is about expression, not following rules - dare to be different!

Have fun

Most importantly, have fun! The heart of everything we do in photography should be to have fun. Never stress the shots that you miss or what you could have done differently, just enjoy every second of it.

Find out more about Newbury Building Society’s Junior Photography Competition by scanning the QR code with your phone.

The closing date for entries is 3rd October 2023. Entrants must be aged 16 or under. *Photos must be taken near to one of our ten branches. *For full terms and conditions, please visit our website.