Breaking into the art world has historically been difficult. Christie’s education continues its commitment to making the space open and accessible to everyone through its variety of virtual and in-person programs. From gallery crawls and auction house tours to in-depth sessions focusing on topics such as curating exhibitions, legal art practice, and more, Christie’s Education pushes the boundaries of how whose people live the world of art.
This September marks the start of their year-long annual programs. Hosted in London and New York, these programs are specially curated by program directors to provide a comprehensive insight into the art world and give you the tools and confidence to build your own career.
Each one-year program can be taken virtually or as a hybrid model combining both virtual and in-person learning, providing maximum flexibility for students.
Based in New York, the Contemporary Art Business Program focuses on the contemporary art world. The program covers major themes in contemporary art, helping you to develop an in-depth understanding of how the art world works. You will learn about art investing, consulting, appraisals, collections management, emerging technologies, and more, giving you a comprehensive skill set to navigate the dynamic art market. The program provides networking opportunities, exposure to real-world scenarios, and a chance to learn from top experts in the field. Resume and interview preparation workshops are also included, allowing you to enhance your professional development so you can have a competitive edge in the art industry job market.
In London, the Career project in the art world is designed to provide you with the essential skills and knowledge needed to succeed professionally in the art world. The course combines the best of virtual and in-person learning. As a highlight of the program, students have the opportunity to shadow a department at Christie’s, as well as chances to network with other team members.
The second London-based program, Explore art: from the Renaissance to the contemporary, is aimed at students who wish to acquire an in-depth knowledge base on the history of European art. Seen through the lenses of art history, business, collecting, techniques and methodology, this program is the perfect foundation for any future study of art or as a step towards a career in art. art world. It includes drawing, manipulation and cataloging sessions at Christie’s King Street, as well as the choice of a field trip.
Alumni of the year-long programs have found success, finding positions at major auction houses and art institutions around the world. Be part of something bigger by joining the Christie’s Education community.
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To learn more, visit education.christies.com.
