A discounted tuition rate is available for individuals who are interested to enroll in two or more Sotheby’s Institute of Art In-Person Professional Courses within the same term. Contact our admissions team at professional@sia.edu for more information and a discount code.
With the global transition to online business during the COVID-19 pandemic, and continued innovations in fields such as AI, blockchain, and the metaverse, art businesses and museums alike are searching for ways to innovate and leverage these technologies to drive sales and engagement. This course will act as a practical introduction to these technologies, how key art world players are using them successfully, and how they are shaping new ways to create, curate and engage with art. Participants will gain insight into sector-specific digital tools such as metaverse experiences, social media for web3, NFT marketplaces, AI platforms, and more.
Looking at the NFT revolution, alumna Ilgi Evecan believes “the potential of NFTs in general is immense not just in art, but in many integral parts of people’s lives.” Evecan notes that recent blockchain technology has “opened new possibilities by bringing in the concept of scarcity with verifiable ownership recognized universally.”
To comprehend recent developments in the art world from the use of digital technologies.
To understand how to utilize cutting-edge technologies such as blockchain, AI, VR, AR, and NFTs in client engagement and communication strategies.
To identify and be prepared to engage with upcoming new technologies.
Course Leader, Online Summer Intensives and Study Abroad Summer Program, Entrepreneur Pathway
Leo Crane is a producer, artist and educator. For 25 years, he has bridged physical and digital industries, founding three creative studios and, in 2024, establishing the AI Film Academy. Throughout his career, he has forged long-standing relationships with cultural institutions, including V&A and Sotheby’s Institute, where he leads courses in art and art business, as well as Animate Projects, where he serves on the board.
Read MoreDay 1: Learn about the evolution of the digital space, its impact on the art world and how creative industry has begun to experiment and explore emerging technologies.
Day 2: Visit pioneering art spaces to see how digital technology is transforming the way art is created and collected, then hear first hand from an artist at the forefront of AI.
Course 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 alumni 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.
Age Requirement
Courses are open to participants 18 years of age or older.
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