Naomi Bajada Young

Naomi Bajada Young is a researcher and art historian based in Malta, with a special interest in sacred art, ecclesiastical patronage, and the artistic context of the Order of St John. Her work focuses on the collections of the Conventual Church and its immediate history, exploring the artistic and ceremonial life of the Order, sacred spaces, and seventeenth century art.

Naomi Bajada Young will be speaking at the Digital Collections Summit 2026 :

How Digital Can Bring Visitors Closer to Masterpieces

How can digital technology bring visitors closer to a masterpiece without distracting from the original work? This session explores the award-winning Caravaggio Wing at St John’s Co-Cathedral, Malta, where immersive storytelling, large-scale projections, interactive experiences and digital interpretation were carefully designed to deepen engagement with two of Caravaggio’s most important paintings. Learn how the project balanced technology, curatorial vision and heritage conservation to create a compelling visitor experience, and discover practical lessons for museums seeking to use digital tools to make collections more accessible, engaging and meaningful.