This course will identify and discuss the latest trends in the contemporary art market, and ask where the market might go in the future. We will investigate the recent rise of Paris as a contemporary market hub and consider what this means for London’s role in the market. The course will explore how the gallery business model is evolving and the role that art fairs have played in the market’s expansion, as well as how new buyers are entering the market and how their tastes are changing the business. Additionally, participants will be given the knowledge and resources to answer challenging questions like: Are there too many art fairs? Is the gallery business model top heavy? Is the art market doing enough to be sustainable? Through site visits, lectures, and expert guest speakers, students will deepen their knowledge of the contemporary art market.
Identify and understand the latest trends in the contemporary art market.
Understand the latest industry developments, their origins and how they are driving the market forward.
Assess the significance of geographical shifts in the market, what is driving them and how market participants are responding.
Engage in critical debate around some of the most pressing issues in the art market today.
Faculty, London
Joe Dunning is an art market expert with eighteen years’ experience in the commercial art world, He has worked with artists, galleries, auction houses, art fairs, and advisors, with a particular focus on Contemporary, Post-War, Modern, and Impressionist art. He specialises in business development, client engagement, and the intersection of art with the fields of technology, finance, and philanthropy. As an auctioneer he has first-hand experience of the mechanics of the art market; and through academic study and professional experience of museums and other non-profit organisations, he has a thorough understanding of the entire art ecosystem.
Read MoreCourse participants take away in-depth and valuable insight into the current and future art world. Those who successfully complete their course will receive a certificate of completion from Sotheby’s Institute of Art.
Sotheby’s Institute of Art course participants come from all over the world, from a wide variety of backgrounds. As they study, travel, and explore the art world alongside each other throughout the program, fierce and long-lasting collaborations are frequently born. Individuals who complete these courses join our network of over 8,000 past participants around the globe who hold top positions at renowned art organizations.
We highly encourage participants with at least 3 years of post-graduate work experience for a smooth and successful course experience.
English Language Requirement
Course participants should be proficient in written and spoken English and be able to participate in group discussions and presentations in English. It is recommended that participants have the equivalent level of IELTS score of 6.0 /TOEFL score of 78 IBT, however evidence of test scores is not required to register.
Age Requirement
Courses are open to participants 18 years of age or older, however, we prefer that students have a bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience to be able to properly engage in the course.
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