People who appreciate modern art are sometimes creative people (photographers, designers) themselves.

A small part of the creative process is re-using things to create new things - this is something that has been done for a long time and there is absolutely nothing wrong with this providing its use is fair. But sadly, this is a trend that seems to be frowned upon by the BALTIC Centre for Contemporary Art in Gateshead.

On a recent visit with a group of friends, the hawk-like BALTIC staff descended on individuals in the group, and were more than happy to tell us not to take photos or to touch pieces of the art.

Sometimes, artwork makes an interesting photograph, and photography should be encouraged rather than prohibited. It advertises the BALTIC and it gets the artist increased exposure for their work.

Sometimes, artwork includes pieces of text engraved on metal tags wrapped around objects - unreadable unless moved by hand; lessening our understanding of the work in question.