Market Participation

Market of Impossible Things


The first section of the market was really engaging, it helped that it was quite a small compact space. The decorations, stalls and people made it seem like a different space from what it usually is, and the music helped with the theme. I especially like the birthday party stall at the start - which had food, finger painting, party poppers (which smell) - things for all senses. The long room made it flow well, though at points there were too many people and a bit of waiting. There was also a 20 minute wait at the entrance, which was too long, especially with nothing to do. Some stalls had a high level of participation and some were more casual which was nice - I don't like super confronting things that put me on the spot, but I'm sure others like challenges like that. Once we got into the pit there was a lot more waiting, which meant I didn't feel as immersed in the experience. it didn't flow as well as the start did. Especially when the lights turned on because it ended. I felt like I was spending more time waiting than actually participating in anything. I would've liked to have more time to do things and less waiting.