As well as being a cornerstone of culture and a subject of widespread fascination and excitement, contemporary art is also representative of a complex and dynamic market and a dominant facet of the art world as a whole. together. Due to its breadth, learning about the contemporary art world and how to participate in it can feel opaque and overwhelming. A new online certificate course offered by Christie’s Education aims to clarify exactly that and, more importantly, the tools to become a professional in the art world.
In April, Christie’s Education launches the Contemporary art world: theory and structure, a course for those seeking to gain a comprehensive understanding of the nuances and workings of the contemporary art market and industry. Commenting on the unveiling of the course, Online Program Director Ted Sandling said, “After five years behind the camera, I was thrilled to step up and present this one. This is such a well written course, the words and concepts come to life.
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Since its creation in 1978, Christie’s education has become recognized as a leading specialist institute providing students with rigorous and focused training for careers in the art world. With locations in London, New York and Hong Kong for on-site learning, Christie’s Education also offers an extensive online curriculum, with the addition of Contemporary Art World: Theory and Structure is yet another offering among a program already filled with many targeted courses. . As the only academic institution wholly owned by an auction house, students have access to resources and knowledge not found elsewhere.
With a program Comprised of six modules, the Contemporary Art World: Theory and Culture course features lectures by industry experts on the academic foundations of contemporary art as well as in-depth dives into different facets of the art world. international art as it functions today. Complemented by career-focused interviews with prominent industry figures, students can gain not only a deeper understanding of contemporary art theory, but also the intricacies of contemporary art as a business. .
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Through the learning modules, students will be able to identify and map the complex ecosystems that exist between entities such as public and private museums, galleries, art fairs and auction houses, as well as learning about key artists and movements – from Modernism and Abstract Expressionism to Conceptual Art and Street Art. Along with learning about dominant theoretical underpinnings, such as globalization, social influences, and the role of art in today’s culture, students will learn from professionals in the art world and gain unparalleled insight of their lived experience.
Whether you are planning to start a career in the art world or are striving to advance your skills as an art world professional, the certificate course World of Contemporary Art: Theory and Structure presented by Christie’s Education provides a world-class learning and training experience to achieve your goals.
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