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This year's Summer Institute students captured their favorite moments from their summer in New York, with the winning photograph being featured in the winter edition of Sotheby’s magazine.
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In the competitive art world, a well-crafted portfolio can be the deciding factor when it comes to landing your dream job. Portfolios are an essential tool for many art professionals, from art curators and marketers to gallery managers, luxury business professionals, and art consultants.
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Sotheby’s Institute of Art has launched a series of custom virtual programs for AZIC Jewelry, Shanghai.
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In collaboration with Frieze, Sotheby’s Institute of Art has launched a series of courses with collectors and dealers in mind. Collecting At was designed with the purpose of preparing participants with the tools and knowledge to feel more equipped and confident in attending Frieze art fair and engaging as either a collector or dealer.
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Hand-picked as current favorites by Sotheby’s Institute faculty, here are ten books to round out your summer reading list, from art dealers to the context of color, and art writing to the urgent issues of our time.
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Matthew Gonzalez, a professional tailor, educator and Project Week Leader on Sotheby’s Institute of Art's Gap Year program, spoke to GQ magazine about British craftsmanship, London’s Savile Row, and his time as an undercutter at Thom Sweeney.
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Sotheby’s Institute of Art-New York is pleased to announce the appointment of Klaudia Ofwona Draber as Faculty in the MA in Art Business program. Klaudia Ofwona Draber is a curator and the founder of KODA — a social practice residency for mid-career artists.
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Leo Crane, course leader at Sotheby's Institute, shares an excerpt from a catalogue essay for the highly anticipated exhibition on Richard Bernstein. Famed for his iconic contributions to the pop art movement of the past, Bernstein's creative spirit remains as vibrant as ever in the cutting-edge realm of web3.
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MA Art Business alumna Taylor Bythewood-Porter is Assistant Curator at the California African American Museum (CAAM), where she recently curated Rights and Rituals: The Making of African American Debutante Culture. She spoke with us about the sociopolitical impact of African American debutante culture and the value of providing historical context for artistic ideas.
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Sotheby's Institute of Art-London hosted the launch event for Bloomsbury Art Markets, the first scholarly guide of its kind online to explore the art trade.
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David Sirota is a Study Abroad alumnus and designer bridging the gap between art and fashion. He spoke with us about the process of creating his debut collection and his journey to becoming a designer. From the artist's studio to the runway during Paris Fashion Week, David's story explores the symbiotic relationship between art and fashion.
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Sotheby’s Institute of Art is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Ágnes Berecz as full-time faculty in the Master’s in Contemporary Art program – New York.
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Sotheby’s Institute of Art alumni recently had the opportunity to explore the newly refurbished National Portrait Gallery.
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The selection of these scholars marks a significant step forward in Culture& and Sotheby’s Institute of Art's joint commitment to fostering more representative and dynamic leadership in the art world.
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Art & Business semester alumna Anna Maria Amato is an accomplished author and Head of International Exhibition and Underwriting at ARTE Generali. She spoke with us about the recent launch of her company’s UK fine art branch, her journey to authorship with a book on Raphael, and the Sotheby’s Institute of Art experience.
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Tailoring studies at Sotheby's Institute of Art provides a sense of agency and influences the overall student experience. The hands-on work placement elective supplements MA programs in a bid to provide first-hand insight.
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From the growth of online art sales to the proliferation of private collections and museums around the globe, the practice of acquiring art is has become widespread. With the increase on the buyer side of the market comes the need for knowledgeable experts who can aid in the process.
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Curator Hannah Redler-Hawes reflects on the commissioning process for Sotheby’s Institute of Art’s first ever ‘real world’ commission curated with Master's degree students across the Institute.
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Marcus Verhagen, graduate faculty at Sotheby's Institute of Art-London shares an excerpt from his new book Viewing Velocities: Time in Contemporary Art. The book explores a contemporary art scene caught in the gears of 24/7 capitalism.
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Sotheby's Institute of Art-New York and theBLANC presented 18, a unique art show featuring eighteen Master's degree students, eighteen artists, and eighteen pieces of artwork.
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Helena Newman addressed the London Class of 2023 at their graduation ceremony.
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Every year students on the MA in Contemporary Art curate a show in the Cookhouse Gallery at Chelsea College of Art and Design, featuring work by students on the MA Fine Art programme at Chelsea. This is a voluntary project and, for those who take part, the culmination of year-long conversations with artists at Chelsea.
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The Gavel, an annual pitch start-up competition at Sotheby’s Institute of Art, invites Master's students to present their business ideas to a panel of industry experts and entrepreneurs. Read on for a Q&A with Mithra Stevens, this year’s winner and creator of smART LOGISTICS.
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Sotheby’s Institute of Art is delighted to be delivering an in-person course in collaboration with Xia Jing Shan Arts and Culture Foundation, Taipei.
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Here are the top five key insights from a recent discussion between Melanie Gerlis, Sotheby’s Institute alumna and art market columnist for the Financial Times, Laurent Issaurat, Head of Société Générale Art Banking Services, and Ann-Marie Richard, Director of Sotheby’s Institute-New York.
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Following her time at Sotheby’s Summer Institute and the final assignment on the pre-college Painting and Drawing class, Mia has gone on to create 6 Million Known (6MK) - an advocacy project with the mission of sharing the stories of Holocaust survivors and creatively intersecting art with historical remembrance.
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Artist Katriona Beales selected to create a new commission in response to Sotheby’s Institute of Art MA students Reimagining the Monument project. 'Hope as an Act of Resistance – a Sonic Monument’ by Katriona Beales will premiere at the Victoria and Albert Museum in South Kensington in September 2023 as part of Digital Design Weekend.
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The visual and musical arts have always had strong links. Institute faculty Dr. Bernard Vere, explores the stories behind some of the world’s most famous album covers.
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Meet the esteemed panel of judges for the 2023 edition of The Gavel, a start-up pitch competition where Master's degree students can showcase their ideas and potentially secure substantial seed funding for their future enterprises.
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Art curation has seen a remarkable transformation, with the role of the curator evolving to be more dynamic, creating innovative exhibitions and connecting audiences with the stories behind the art.
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Sotheby’s Institute of Art is launching a series of courses in London and New York this summer for art world professionals and the culturally curious.
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Sotheby's Institute of Art proudly presents Beyond the Paint, a thought-provoking exhibition curated by Lara Sleiman, Zoe Weingarten, Jialin Ma, Shota Hachisako, and NJ Xiong.
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In her latest book, How Not to Exclude Artist Mothers (and Other Parents), art critic and writer Hettie Judah, draws on interviews with artists to highlight some of the success stories that offer models for the future.
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The recently published 2018-2022 Sotheby’s Insight Report takes an in-depth look at the art market beyond $1 million to help collectors gain a deeper understanding of the market’s evolution and trajectory. We’ve gathered the key findings you should know when it comes to current trends and insights into the high-end art market.
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Sotheby’s Institute of Art is proud to present Radical Roots: A Global Conversation. This exhibition examines how governments and society have employed oppressive tactics — such as censorship, surveillance, but also overall discourses that other — to suppress dissent, alienate differences, and ultimately, lead to discrimination.
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Alumna Mithra Stevens is an art historian specialising in sustainable logistics within the fine art sector. We spoke with Mithra about her time at Sotheby's Institute and how art world organisations can address their carbon footprint.
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Sotheby’s Institute of Art is pleased to present Veiled Constructions, curated by Angelina Diamante, Carolina Audelo, Kinda Ghandour, Carlie Hoffer, and Gin Lin. Veiled Constructions is a collection of works that embody responses to the darker facets of the human experience.
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Join us on a journey around the world as we explore five pieces from David Bowie’s art collection and discover the impact the art he collected had on Bowie's own artistic output.
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Sotheby’s Institute of Art is pleased to present The Dreamers, curated by Victoria Espinosa, Harit Jiaravongtrakul, Natalia Pakh, William Tomita and Alisa Wang. The Dreamers is a vibrant collection of artworks that capture the elusive and complex nature of dreams.
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For centuries, the British monarchy has been a major patron of the arts, amassing a vast and diverse collection of treasures that have helped shape the country's cultural heritage. From paintings and sculptures to ceremonial dress and jewelry, the royal collections offer a fascinating glimpse into the majesty and luxury of the British monarchy.
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Every year, selected master's students at Sotheby’s Institute of Art-New York are invited to join the prestigious Peggy Guggenheim Collection Internship for a summer in Venice, Italy. This year’s fellowship recipient, Bruna Schnor, will spend the summer developing her expertise on the remarkable works at the Peggy Guggenheim Collection and immersing herself in the Venetian art scene.
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Are you eager to gain a new perspective on life, culture, and the world at large? Taking a gap year in London could be the perfect way to fulfill your desires and unlock a world of exciting opportunities.
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As we prepare our students for careers in the art world, we believe our greatest impact in addressing the climate emergency can be achieved through them.
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What's next for the NFT ecosystem? Alumnae Kiryushkina '21 and Tatievski '21, share their views on the NFT market and how they believe NFTs can be integrated into the global economy.
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Follow our three New York alumni as they share their vision of the art world and discuss how their experiences at Sotheby's Institute have helped them develop unique perspectives.
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Foundations of Web3 with Sotheby's Institute is a free beginner-level course for anyone looking to understand this complex digital world through a cultural and creative lens.
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The Culture& and Sotheby’s Institute of Art Cultural Leaders Programme – the first of its kind in the contemporary art world in the UK – is designed to empower and nurture the next generation of diverse leaders.
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Step inside the mind of Munch and follow The Scream’s journey from being stolen not once but twice to becoming the most expensive work of art ever sold at auction.
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In honor of International Women's Day, four leaders in the art world share their tips on how to succeed in this competitive industry.
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The integration of digital art into the traditional art market is now becoming more structured and defined. Despite increasing support from institutions, governments, and investors still face liquidity and stability issues relative to more established assets. Alumnus Muchun Niu'18 shares his views on the current state of the NFT market and what the future holds for this exciting new asset.
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The Institute's Twitter Space is a place for stimulating discourse and dialogue, which is open to all. Catch up on the latest discussions hosted by Sotheby's Institute faculty member Leo Crane and a distinguished panel tackling topical issues in and around the art world.
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Anna Moszynska discusses the teaching of contemporary art and its transformation since the late 1980s, plus the latest must-see exhibitions.
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With the art world in flux as new technologies push the boundaries of art, alumna Ilgi Evecan '21, shares her thoughts on the NFT revolution.
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Starting a career in the international art world requires preparation, persistence and most importantly understanding of its unique universe of career possibilities. The art world employs a wide variety of professionals in a myriad of settings.
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Discover a selection of Lucian Freud’s rarely and never-before-seen paintings and etchings of plants and gardens at the Garden Museum during the artist’s 100th anniversary.
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Leo Crane, course leader at Sotheby's Institute and an early adopter of Web3 technology in art, shares his thoughts on how technology is disrupting the traditional artworld ecosystem.
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Reimagining the Monument is an exciting new opportunity which represents the first occasion that MA students at Sotheby’s Institute have taken on a ‘real-world’ commission under the guidance of industry experts.
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As the era of technology continues to envelope and influence all fields and industries, the art world must effectively understand and adapt to these changes or risk being left behind the times. Sotheby's Institute alumna Christina Steinbrecher-Pfandt, examines the world of crypto art and the role of digital art in recent times.
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Asia Robinson graduated from Sotheby’s Institute of Art-New York with a Master's in Art Business in 2013 and opened her own consultancy, Trine Fortuna. We spoke to Asia about her time at Sotheby's Institute, studying in New York, and the career that ensued.
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From virtual reality to NFTs, augmented reality, and more - the art world is constantly in flux as new technologies continue to push the boundaries of art.
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Sotheby’s Summer Institute invites high schoolers who are curious and passionate about the arts to immerse themselves in one of the most vibrant art capitals in the world, New York City. We spoke to two Summer Institute alumni about their unforgettable summer experience.
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Forgery, fakes, theft and other art crimes unveiled by Sotheby's Institute faculty.
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After studying MA Contemporary Art, alumnus Alexis Sarfati has gone on to become associate director at Galerie Nathalie Obadia. We spoke with Alexis about his time at Sotheby's Institute and how he made it an experience to remember.
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With the launch of The Metaversity for Creative Business Leaders and MA electives at Sotheby’s Institute of Art covering Blockchain, Cryptocurrencies and NFTs, alumna Corinne Moshy '18, shares her experience and insight into the future of the art world.
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From the work of Renaissance master Donatello, to the iconic House of CHANEL, the Institute's faculty have chosen their must-see art exhibitions for the year ahead.
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Noted as one of Artnet's books of 2022, Censored Art Today by Gareth Harris, Chief Contributing Editor of the Art Newspaper and contributor to the Financial Times, analyses the different contexts in which artists, museums, and curators face restrictions today.
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From collectives to collaboration, the MA in Contemporary Art program faculty explore the 5 key trends in today's contemporary art world.
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Ever wondered what it's like to spend the summer on a work-study program in Venice? Elisabeth Kroeber shares her experience having completed the prestigious Peggy Guggenheim Collection Internship.
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MADE IN BED is an art magazine run and produced by Master's degree students and alumni from Sotheby’s Institute of Art, aiming to provide global insight into the art world. Pick up the latest issue from the Institute or Sotheby's auction house in London.
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The ability to promote sustainable development has become an essential skill for art professionals in both public and commercial sectors. This forms part of the ethos behind MA Art Business alumna and winner of The Gavel, Elsa Åkesson's idea for Spongy Bags.
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Sotheby's Institute has a long-standing partnership with the London Art Fair, from faculty talks to Master's degree students providing VIP tours. In 2023, Ruth Millington, Head of Careers at Sotheby's Institute of Art-London will curate the 5th edition of Platform.
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A tour of the Art Deco, Modernist, and Postmodernist gems all hidden in plain view within several blocks of Sotheby's Institute of Art-New York.
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Each year, students on the Gap Semester program take London by storm as they explore the city and embark on a journey of self-discovery and cultural immersion. We caught up with Amanda Grant and Zoe Park to delve deeper into their unique experiences at Sotheby’s Institute of Art.
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Each year, through a generous grant from the Snyder family, Sotheby’s Institute of Art-New York provides funding for selected students to join the prestigious Peggy Guggenheim Collection Internship in Venice, Italy. Find out what it's like to spend the summer in Venice exploring the Peggy Guggenheim Collection and the Venetian art scene.
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Sotheby’s Institute launches The Metaversity for Creative Business Leaders, a new eight-week virtual program designed to help cultural and creative professionals master web3 fundamentals.
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EDJI Gallery was founded by Ranji Safarian and Edward Van Houtte, passionate art lovers and collectors of many years. We spoke to the duo about their time at Sotheby's Institute and the flexibility of studying online.
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Every year students on the MA in Contemporary Art curate a show in the Cookhouse Gallery at Chelsea College of Art and Design, featuring work by students on the MA Fine Art programme at Chelsea. Here are their accounts of those shows.
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Employees Only is Colossal Media’s first ever employee art exhibition and has been curated by Sotheby's Institute of Art-New York faculty member, Tim Goossens.
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Livingstone St. Ives will host the Institute's MA Art Business students for an exciting workshop programme throughout November, culminating in a series of micro exhibitions.
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After studying MA Contemporary Art, alumna Emma Collins has gone on to become a business and strategy consultant working for arts, culture, and heritage organizations. We spoke with Emma about her time at Sotheby's Institute and the elective courses which prefaced her current consultancy work with their focus on art institutions.
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Visits to artists’ studios, museums, galleries, and fairs are a distinctive aspect of how our Master’s programs prepare students for life as art business professionals.
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With shifts in consumer values, buying power, access, and technology shaping an innovative and dynamic luxury market, what will this mean for fashion houses, brands, and artists?
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Each year, students on the Gap Year program take London by storm as they explore the city and embark on a journey of self-discovery and cultural immersion. We caught up with Ara Davis and Torah Hudson to delve deeper into their unique experiences at Sotheby’s Institute of Art.
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Pulitzer Prize winning Jerry Saltz dropped by for a discussion at Sotheby’s Institute of Art-New York and dealt out invaluable wisdom and anecdotal gems with sharp humor.
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Blockchain, Cryptocurrencies and NFTs is one of the electives that has been added to the curricula across MA programs at Sotheby’s Institute of Art in London. Alumnus Brian Nuciforo, shares his thoughts on the integration of art and technology in the contemporary art world.
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Photo London invites Sotheby's Institute alumni and network to apply as exhibitors for the eighth edition of the Fair.
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A new partnership is announced between Frieze 91 and Sotheby’s Institute which will bring together Sotheby’s Institute graduate students in London and Frieze’s members-only program, Frieze 91.
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Course leader Amy Mechowski explores critical questions facing the art world today by considering how museum and gallery professionals are applying innovative thinking to address issues of social responsibility.
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Students in the Summer Institute pre-college program submit images captured during their studies with the winner's photograph published in Sotheby's quarterly magazine.
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The Sotheby's Institute global class of 2023 have interests stretching far and wide, from calligraphy to camping, and more. Find out more about those who will be studying across our campuses.
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Long before people were practicing the art of the selfie, recording their everyday lives or sitting glued to their TV screens watching the lives of others, there was Andy Warhol.
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Tailoring studies at SIA provides a sense of agency and influences the overall student experience. The hands-on work placement elective supplements MA programs in a bid to provide first-hand insight.
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The Art of Collecting: Executive Course is designed to offer both a global view of the art market and a concentrated view of trends in Seoul.
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The faculty at Sotheby’s Institute of Art have chosen their top titles to level up your art knowledge. Take a look at what has caught their eye and browse a curated a list of art world podcasts, journals, periodicals, and more.
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In addition to the growing suite of courses offered to students on our campuses in NYC and London, Sotheby’s Institute of Art also creates custom courses for educational or cultural institutions with specific training needs.
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In a conversation with Instituite Director Ann-Marie Richard, acclaimed art advisor Kim Heirston talks about some of the most influential moments in her career and the guiding factors in her curatorial decisions. The interview is packed with valuable advice for entrepreneurial art novices.
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Art journalist and Institute alum Melanie Gerlis assesses the toll the pandemic took on the traditionally in-person business of art trading and selling, as well as the market’s vigorous recovery and the hidden benefits it provided to smaller, local art galleries.
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Learn how NFTs are impacting the production, consumption, and transaction of cultural objects.
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The standard was exceedingly high for The Gavel, a pitch competition that sits within the innovative Enterprise Studio, the graduate student center for art and entrepreneurship at the Institute.
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To celebrate the launch of her new book, Lilian Cameron will be joined by Fatoş Üstek and Emma Cousin in conversation about Curating Art Now.
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Iwona Blazwick, the British art critic and lecturer, who had a transformational effect on contemporary art in the UK and beyond, addressed the London Class of 2021 and 2022 during their Graduation Ceremony in Bedford Square.
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Kim Heirston Commencement Address Sotheby’s Institute of Art-New York Class of 2021 and 2022 Sotheby's, New York June 3, 2022
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In support of Ukraine, Sunflower Collective proudly presented an evening of fundraising at Chelsea College of Arts, University Arts London, on May 27.
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Preparing students to be leaders in art business is at the heart of the graduate program at Sotheby’s Institute.
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Join us on 17th June, 17:30 BST for the first panel discussion in the Luxury Forward Series, exploring compelling trends of the luxury industry with high-profile individuals.
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As every corner of the art world engages with NFTs, there are new career opportunities on offer. But, to succeed in this exciting new space, what key skills do you need and where exactly can you work?
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Six innovative and market-focused business ideas from our Masters students' submissions have been invited to take part in a start-up pitch competition, with the winner being awarded the Gavel Prize.
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In addition to the growing suite of courses offered to students on our campuses in NYC and London, Sotheby’s Institute of Art also creates custom courses for educational or cultural institutions with specific training needs.
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Ruth Millington, Head of Careers at Sotheby's Institute of Art-London and author of Muse, shares an excerpt from her new book about artistic muses. Read below about Emilie Flöge, the subject and inspiration behind one of art history's most beloved paintings, Gustav Klimt's The Kiss.
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Sotheby’s Institute’s faculty and our roving curator on the ground Lilian Cameron gives her reaction to four different artworks at the 2022 Sydney Biennale.
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Discover the fascinating true stories of thirty incredible muses—and their role in some of art history's most well-known works with author Ruth Millington.
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We chatted with Jeffrey Boloten, Institute faculty and Co-Director of our new Enterprise Studio, who brings years of entrepreneurial experience to students seeking to solidify their visions on what it means to make change happen within the art world. Jeffrey comes from an eclectic background, including commerce, law, and publishing.
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During this in-person event, you'll hear from faculty and alumni about the Institute's unique curricular approach to the study of art connoisseurship and the international art market, and how art is explored from a range of social, cultural, economic, and object-based perspectives. You'll also learn about how our MA program offer students networking opportunities with key professionals and include study visits to art fairs, biennials, museums, galleries, auction houses and private collections.
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On Sotheby's Institute's London campus, three new electives have been approved and will be added to the curricula, allowing graduate students across all of the Institute's London programs to opt for deeper academic inquiry across a range of topics.
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Sotheby's Institute alumna, Luning Wang shares insights about building bridges between East and West, her experience at the Institute, and what the future holds for her.
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MADE IN BED is an online art magazine run and produced by Master's degree students and alumni from Sotheby’s Institute of Art. The name refers to Bedford Square, the historic location of the Institute's London campus.
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Sotheby's Institute of Art presents a panel discussion about the role of the artist's muse in the modern world.
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Each year, special guests are invited to address graduates on each campus, with past speakers including Thelma Golden, Director and Chief Curator of The Studio Museum in Harlem, the world's leading institution devoted to visual art by artists of African descent, Lord Harry Dalmeny, Chairman of Sotheby's UK, and Dominique Levy, art dealer and co-founder of Lévy Gorvy, a leading gallery with offices in New York City, London, Switzerland, Hong Kong and Paris.
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Applications are now open for Sotheby's Institute of Art's Gap Year program in London, and we're here to answer all of your questions. Join us on Wednesday, June 23 for a virtual information session on Zoom where we’ll be giving you the inside scoop on the program curriculum, specialized programming, and community-building activities that will be offered in 2021 and 2022.
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We are shocked and deeply saddened by the Russian government’s unprovoked invasion of Ukraine. We are profoundly disturbed by the accounts of completely unnecessary human suffering inflicted on innocent people, and we desperately hope for rapid de-escalation and peaceful resolution of the conflict.
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Brendan Burns, graduate faculty in New York and Strategic Advisor to the Enterprise Studio, has used his 20+ year expertise in capitalizing on business trends, tapping into overlooked potential, and having foresight on the technological advances to educate Sotheby’s Institute students and advise them on investing in their future.
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With vocabulary that didn’t exist in the recent past, the art world has become transformed in how it creates, values, and does business thanks to seismic shifts in technology. Below is a primer of key terms every savvy business person looking to be conversant in technology-rich future of the art world should know, as compiled by Gareth Fletcher, SIA alumnus and faculty expert on art logistics and technology.
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Sotheby’s Institute Alumna Jackie Graham is the cofounder of Art on the Ave NYC, a public art initiative that turns empty storefronts in NYC into temporary art galleries showcasing under-represented and emerging artists.
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The importance of recognizing law as a compass on how art is created, sold, collected, and distributed has never been more important than today. As a member of Sotheby’s Art Institute since 2007, graduate faculty Judith Prowda provides Master’s students with an insightful and rigorous curriculum for comprehending art law and its application across different careers and professional sectors. According to Prowda, there is not an aspect of the art market that is not somehow affected by the law.
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Applications are now open for the Sotheby’s Summer Institute for pre-college students, and we're here to answer all of your questions. Join us on Sunday, March 6 for a virtual information session on Zoom where you will hear from the program’s leadership, faculty, and staff about how Sotheby’s Institute of Art provides creative high schoolers with the opportunity of a lifetime, and what it’s like to live in NYC dorms and go behind the scenes of the New York art world.
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Now more than ever, art business has shifted from a landscape built on legacy to one accelerated by cutting-edge technology and next-gen business practices. Sotheby’s auction house has emerged from its long-standing status as the world’s largest and oldest art business to also be a leader in digital advancement. In recent years Sotheby’s Institute has correspondingly introduced new areas of academic inquiry, from a program in Art Logistics to electives in technology and online courses on blockchain and NFTs.
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Art and Technology have come center stage these past few years, becoming a dominant force in reimagining and revitalizing the art industry’s ways of producing, distributing, and valuing art. Gareth Fletcher, Program Director of the MA in Art Logistics, SIA alumnus, and faculty expert on art and technology, suggests the following readings for anyone looking for a solid grounding on key issues and competencies around art and technology.
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American University’s Arts Management Program is celebrating 10 years of a successful partnership with Sotheby’s Institute of Art, which gives its students an opportunity to study with the Institute in London. Alumni have gone on to work at the Smithsonian Institution, American for the Arts, the Mansion at Strathmore, Portland Japanese Garden, and many other arts institutions.
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The show Postcards from Isolation results from the collaboration between students of MA Fine Arts, Chelsea College of Arts and the Art History students at the University of Innsbruck.
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During this webinar, you’ll get an inside look at our Master’s degree programs across our campuses in New York and London.
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Join us on Sunday, January 30 for a virtual information session on Zoom where you will hear from the program’s leadership, faculty, and staff about how Sotheby’s Institute of Art provides creative high schoolers with the opportunity of a lifetime, and what it’s like to live in NYC dorms and go behind the scenes of the New York art world.
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Art market journalist Melanie Gerlis’ new book tells the story of art fairs’ rapid ascent and reflects on their uncertain future. London Art Fair is delighted to host a panel discussion chaired by Jeffery Boloten Sotheby’s Institute, with Melanie Gerlis, joined by Sarah Monk, Robert Travers, and Piano Nobile to discuss the role of art fairs in the 21st-century on January 20, 2022, 4pm.
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Graduate faculty Bernard Vere examines the home gym as imagined by mid-century modernist greats Le Corbusier, Charlotte Perriand, Fernand Léger, and René Herbst for a 1935 exhibition. Here is an extract of the essay, originally published in Sport and the European Avant-Garde, 1900–1945.
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In her newest book, The Art Fair Story: A Rollercoaster Ride, Institute alumna Melanie Gerlis dives into the origins, triumphs, and pitfalls of the art fair – and where it will go next as the art world evolves. The work is part of the Hot Topics series, edited by Institute faculty Jeffrey Boloten and Juliet Hacking and in collaboration with art world publishers, Lund Humphries. Read a complementary excerpt of The Art Fair Story below.
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We are delighted to announce that Sotheby’s Institute of Art will participate in the 2nd Guangzhou Contemporary Art Fair will be held in Guangzhou Poly World Trade Center from Dec 25-29,2021.
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As part of an ongoing series examining the impact of technology on the art world, Art Business Editor at ArtNet and founder of The Gray Market’s Tim Schneider recently spoke to students in the Master’s degree programs about the five technologies poised to transform the art world in the next decade.
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Ann-Marie Richard is no stranger to SIA given her tenure here, starting almost a decade ago as adjunct faculty in the Art Business MA program in 2012. She is also an alumna of the London campus, having completed with distinction what was then known as the Works of Art Course.
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Each book in the Phaidon’s ‘Explorer Series’ is an illustrated journey through a specific subject. From animals to plants, and anatomy to cartography, the books in this series are a treasure trove of information, ideas, discoveries, and stunning imagery. Faculty Giovanni Aloi shares how he’s approaching his contributions for the exquisite series. Read on for a sneak preview of three plates he authored that are included in the most recent volume: Bird: Exploring the Winged World
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Earlier this semester, students in the MA Contemporary Art program curated an exhibition in the Cookhouse Gallery at Chelsea College of Art and Design in London. The collaboration with Chelsea College is an ongoing feature of the MA Contemporary Art program, demonstrating the Institute dedication to cultivating students' curatorial skills. After familiarizing themselves with the work of artists on Chelsea College’s MA Fine Art program during studio visits, the Institute students worked with them to put together the Unknown Observers exhibition. Read on for a tour of the show.
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Join us live on Zoom for a deep dive into the Sotheby's Institute of Art Master's application process.
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The pandemic has transformed the international art world. In many ways, it has accelerated changes that were already beginning to take shape: art fairs went virtual, dealers designed online viewing rooms and museums shared their collections on social media. But what will they be looking for? Ruth Millington, Head of Careers in London shares 5 versatile skills that help applicants hit the ground running.
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A distinguished panel of alumni and affiliated faculty discuss the ever-increasing impact of Asia on the global art world.
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Allegra Smith, Senior Director of Digital Learning at Sotheby’s Institute takes us behind-the-scenes of what it takes to create state-of-the-art virtual learning experiences for the art world.
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All Summer Institute pre-college students are invited to participate in the summer-long photography contest. At the close of the program, Sotheby's Head of Sale Photography specialist Hermione Sharp reviews the submissions and selects a summer winner. See this year’s photo contest finalists.
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Jonathan Woolfson, Director, Sotheby's Institute of Art (London) addressed the London Class of 2019 and 2020 during their in person Graduation Ceremony in Bedford Square.
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With 100 students in London and 56 in New York, here is a profile of the class of 2022. From their favorite hobbies (badminton and ballet) to the various languages (Cantonese and Catalan) that might be heard on our campuses this year, we couldn’t be more excited about welcoming these incredible students in the classrooms.
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Join us live on Zoom for a closer look at our Master’s degree programs across our campuses in New York and London.
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The first two volumes of the 'Hot Topics in the Art World' series - a partnership between Sotheby’s Institute and art-book publishers Lund Humphries - were published on September 30. The Hot Topics series is jointly edited by two of Sotheby’s Institute’s London faculty: Jeffrey Boloten and Juliet Hacking.
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SIA Faculty Dan Vo, a course leader on the London Gap program, recently designed a roundel for Transport for London (TfL). A reimagining of the iconic London Tube signs, Dan's design is part of Every Story Matters where influential members of London's LGBT+ community were invited to design a roundel that reflects their experiences of Pride.
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Join us live on Zoom for a closer look at the MA in Luxury Business program.
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Sotheby’s Institute of Art, a leader in the field of online continuing education, has been honored by the International Accreditors for Continuing Education and Training (IACET) with the organization’s most prestigious award, Exemplar Training Organization. The award recognizes exemplary, results-oriented programs that demonstrate significant, relevant impact on the populations they serve. Sotheby’s Institute earned the award for its Online Premier program.
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Luxury is arguably the industry that has undergone the most disruptive changes. What are the key trends that will shape its future and what does it take to build a successful career in an industry that never ceases to reinvent itself? Dr. Federica Carlotto, MBA, Program Director of MA Luxury Business shares an overview on what to expect.
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Navigating the art world can be daunting, as well as exciting, particularly early on in your career. Art historian, critic and author Ruth Millington graduated in 2011 with a Master’s degree and began this journey unsure of ‘the right job’ for her or how to secure it. Since then, she worked in museums and commercial galleries, written about art for national newspapers, and managed arts careers services for students. During this time, she discovered some essential strategies for getting ahead in the arts. As she joins Sotheby’s Institute of Art in London as Head of Careers, Ruth shares seven strategies for career success in the art world.
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Hand-picked as current favorites by Sotheby’s Institute faculty, here are eight books to round out your summer reading list, from surrealism to YBAs, and archeological adventures to celebrity culture.
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Every year, through a generous grant from the Snyder family, Sotheby’s Institute of Art New York provides funding for one student to join the prestigious Peggy Guggenheim Collection Internship in Venice, Italy.
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New Program Deconstructs the Art World for Emerging Artists. Learn more...
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This lecture explores multiple facets of the climate crisis caused by the art world.
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Sinoist Books, Sotheby's Institute of Art, and the Feng Jicai Institute are thrilled to bring you an online seminar on Feng Jicai: Art, Writing, and the Preservation of the Old Tianjin.
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Applications are now open for Sotheby's Institute of Art's Gap Year program in London, and we're here to answer all of your questions.
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Applications are open for Sotheby's Institute of Art's Hybrid MA in Art Business program, and we're here to answer all of your questions.
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Ann-Marie Richard, Interim Director, Sotheby's Institute of Art (New York) addresses the Class of 2020
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"Women in the Picture", the upcoming book written by faculty Catherine McCormack has been described as "a bold reconsideration of women in art - from the Old Masters to the posts of Instagram influencers." In anticipation of the book’s launch, we share a few excerpts from the book with our community.
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What goes into curating an exhibition in London while you are physically in New York? And how do you capture and convey the textures and connections of a studio visit in an online experience? Faculty Tim Goossens takes us behind the scenes and reveals the process behind his latest curatorial project.
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This course is a comprehensive introduction to Buddhist art in Asia, aimed at giving students a clear and informative understanding of key topics such as the origins of Buddhist art in Asia and how it spread across the region, Buddhist iconography in paintings, distinctive features in regional sculptural forms, as well as an insight into important Buddhist art collections.
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For Texture in London, a project by London Festival of Architecture and Equitone, Joe Watson, head of Public Programs at Sotheby’s Institute of Art London, was asked to record a short video explaining the aluminum door handles of the Southbank Centre.
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New Partnership Between Sotheby’s Institute of Art and Spelman College to Shape the Future of the Art Industry. Learn more...
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Sotheby’s Institute of Art is delighted to be partnering with art-book publishers Lund Humphries to co-publish a new series of short books debating the ‘hot topics’ of the international art world.
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On October 15, 2020, Sotheby's Institute Master's degree students received letters from our Directors with important updates to the Spring 2021 semester. As we believe this information may be of interest or useful to other members of the Sotheby's Institute community, we have published the letters in their entirety.
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Christine Kuan, CEO/Director, Sotheby’s Institute of Art-New York, announced the appointment of Hillary Burchfield as Director of Career Services. In this role, Hillary will oversee career development programming, career advising, and global employer relations for our MA programs and international alumni network.
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In 2020, as the COVID-19 pandemic brought the world to a standstill and the Black Lives Matter protests invigorated social justice movements, Sotheby’s Institute students and alumni stepped up. Below is a showcase of recent initiatives that have harnessed the power of art and advocacy for today’s most important causes.
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Sotheby's Institute of Art and ESCP Business School sign a partnership agreement offering an exchange and dual degree programme. Learn more..
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Updates and information regarding the COVID-19 Virus.
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For more than 50 years, Sotheby’s Institute of Art has been the leader in training art market professionals and cultural stewards for careers in the future art world. As we continue to monitor and respond to the public health situation regarding COVID-19, our exceptional faculty are evolving our curricula and teaching methodology to meet the new demands of art business and how art impacts cultural dialogue.
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You may have read the statement we published on our website on June 2. While we felt compelled to voice our outrage against yet more manifestations of the systemic racism that exists in America, and do so with urgency, we fully acknowledge that such a statement ultimately needs to be backed up by actions.
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Following the recent horrific, painful, and heartbreaking events we have seen unfold in America, we want to reaffirm Sotheby’s Institute of Art’s unwavering commitment to racial justice, to equal rights for all, and to our Institute’s policy of diversity and inclusion.
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A magazine created by Sotheby's Institute MA students from the Bedford Square campus in London.
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You don’t have to travel to the world’s art capitals to see great art.
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In January, London MA Contemporary Art students curated a series of shows at the Cookhouse Gallery in Chelsea College of Art and Design.
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Gareth Fletcher, the Program Director of the Sotheby’s Institute Master’s Degree in Art Logistics, and Sarah Monk, the Director of the London Art Fair, explain what it actually takes to get things signed, sealed, and delivered in the art market.
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9 reasons to love the Sotheby’s Institute libraries.
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In her new book, faculty Catherine McCormack guides the reader through the stories behind 40 spectacular ceilings around the globe. Check out a bonus chapter about a ceiling that may have been partially painted by a surprising artist.
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Sotheby’s Institute of Art is pleased to announce the appointment of Jonathan Woolfson as Director of Sotheby’s Institute of Art — London, effective October 14th.
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How did the Guerrilla Girls develop their distinctive form of artistic activism and manage to capture the attention of an international audience?
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Sotheby’s Institute of Art is delighted to announce a new partnership with CENTRO, Mexico's leading institution for higher education in architecture, design, and film on its new MA in Contemporary Art, Markets, and Management (Maestria en Contemporáneo Arte, Mercados y Negocios).
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Christine Kuan, CEO/Director, Sotheby’s Institute of Art-New York announced the appointment of Claude Grunitzky as Visiting Faculty to the MA Art Business program. At the Institute, Claude will be lecturing across various MA courses and working on future planning for panels, events, and field study. Learn more...
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Artsy has been busy revolutionizing the art industry ever since its launch in 2012. We tracked down not one, not two, but five Sotheby’s Institute alumni working for the art market giant to get the scoop on what it took to get there and what it’s like on the inside.
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Sotheby’s Institute of Art in collaboration with Korea Arts Management Services has developed a bespoke executive education program for arts professionals in Korea.
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Christine Kuan, Director/CEO, Sotheby’s Institute of Art-New York, has appointed Brendan Burns as Consulting Director for the MA in Art Business program. Brendan Burns has spent over 20 years at leading media/technology, graphic arts, educational and financial institutions including Culture.tech, 1000|Museums, Moody’s, Salomon Brothers, and AdOne.
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MA Contemporary Art students reflects on the experience of co-curating an exhibition of new work by MA Fine Art students at Chelsea College of Art and Design.
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Every Biennale, a new Director is appointed and tasked to bring their own curatorial vision to the Central Pavilion and the Arsenale. Faculty Lilian Cameron examines the logistical challenges and curatorial opportunities tackled by four of those Directors.
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Want to know what it was like working for the art fair at this pivotal moment and what it took to get there? Luckily, Sotheby’s Institute knows people on the inside with the answers.
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Dr. Morgan Falconer, Director of the MA Contemporary Art program at Sotheby’s Institute of Art-New York, has appointed Aliza Shvarts to the faculty.
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Rich in culture and history, Bedford Square has been home to many of London's most prestigious people and organizations throughout the years.
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With the help of our expert faculty, we look back on the major developments of the past five decades to better understand the art market’s multibillion-dollar present and share projections for its future.
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Ever wonder what it’s like working in the art world after you receive your degree? We spoke to one of our 1970s graduates, Leila Heller, and two recent graduates employed at her gallery, to get a peek at what happens once the cap and gown come off.
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London faculty Catherine McCormack examines the presence of female artists at the 2019 Venice Biennale.
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Ahead of his new two-week Summer course on British Art and Architecture 1700-1900 in London, course leader Adam Busiakiewicz examines three legendary 18th-century portrait painters.
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Transcript of Sotheby's Institute-NY Director/CEO Christine Kuan's commencement welcome address to the Class of 2018.
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How can you set yourself apart from the competition and become a valuable asset for the art world’s top employers? We asked our network of experts to share their advice on what it takes to succeed in the art world.
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As Sotheby’s Institute is celebrating its 50th anniversary this year, we wanted to highlight some of the alumni from the Master’s programs who are making strides in the art world.
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Faculty Catherine McCormack visited London's National Gallery to gaze upon and dissect a Diego Velázquez masterpiece.
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Jos Hackforth-Jones, Director/CEO, Sotheby’s Institute of Art-London announced the appointment of Joe Watson as the new Director of Summer and Public Programmes.
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In honor of Women’s History Month, Sotheby’s Institute of Art is reflecting on the accomplishments of women artists including a momentous Sotheby’s sale, The Female Triumphant, during their Masters week.
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Performance artist Marina Abramović once based her work on her own physical presence, but today she is gradually withdrawing from her works.
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Christine Kuan, Director/CEO, Sotheby’s Institute of Art-New York announced the appointment of Dr. Morgan Falconer as the Director of the MA in Contemporary Art program.
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The sprawling urban sublime known for its sunny skies, Hollywood stars, and entertainment giants can now add “art world leader” to its resume.
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Despite technological innovations and sophisticated security methods, art crime continues to make headlines. Institute faculty and art crime expert, Gareth Fletcher, sheds some light on this dark side of the global art world.
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How do you use the power of a story for arts and culture? We gathered arts professionals skilled storytelling to share their thoughts and strategies.
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To commemorate a new partnership between Sotheby's Institute and Ewha Womans University in Seoul, we explore what makes South Korea a place to watch.
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What does it take to organize the movement of art from buyer to seller? Sotheby’s Institute students recently got one answer.
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Before the 1990s there were only 50; now there are over 300 art fairs and biennials taking place on an almost daily basis around the world...
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Faculty Federica Carlotto examines the interaction between art and luxury, and the most common expression of that intersection: the window display.
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MA Art Business alumna Kate (Duggan) McGlasson on her role at Paddle8 and her path to a rewarding career in the arts.
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How can we increase public participation in the arts and culture? This question was the lightning rod for discussion during our Arts and Culture Colloquium Series in Los Angeles.
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Each Fall and Spring, Master’s degree students mount a series of exhibitions in the landmark Art Deco General Electric building in midtown Manhattan.
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Faculty Kathy Battista and Oxford University Press launched a "Women artists in conversation" series, which shines a light on both established and emerging female artists.
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In his book, New Art, New Markets, faculty Iain Robertson examines three types of emerging markets for contemporary art.
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When the Pulitzer Prize winner dropped by for a discussion at Sotheby’s Institute of Art-New York, he doled out some priceless art world advice.
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For seven Thursdays this Fall, cultural luminaries and leaders will join Sotheby's Institute of Art in downtown LA to address the challenges and opportunities facing their organizations and fields.
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London faculty Dr. Flavia Frigeri discusses her tips for new curators, how to work with living artists, and what it takes to curate a blockbuster show.
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Online Learning faculty Giovanni Aloi shines a light on this unique collecting practice.
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Sotheby’s Institute of Art-New York alumni reflect on the experiences and education that helped them pursue careers in the art world.
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A guide to the basic tools of the trade for inspecting and documenting a work of art.
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As the field of curating, and the very definition of curator, shifts, here are three trends defining curating today, as identified by the MA in Contemporary Art program faculty at Sotheby's Institute-London.
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The next time you find yourself in a museum or gallery, looking at an Old Master painting, consider these 6 questions from our faculty.
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What do you get when you bring together some of the most notable women in the art world? One obvious outcome: a packed room full of attendees hanging on every word.
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Chantal Brotherton-Ratcliffe, subject leader in Old Masters paintings studies for Sotheby’s Institute of Art-London, talks about finding her path to the art world.
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Wondering how much your fine art or heirlooms might yield? Consigning your work is one way to guarantee the best price available.
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Sotheby’s Institute of Art-New York is delighted to launch a new series of lectures taught by the world-class Artsy Engineering and Product Team.
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Sotheby’s Institute of Art-New York is pleased to offer five new scholarships.
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Sotheby's Frances Christie sat down with former Sotheby's Institute-London CEO Jos Hackforth-Jones to discuss two recent major sales she spearheaded: the private collections of David Bowie and the Howard Hodgkins.
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It's officially summer and the warm weather has our online instructor, Georgia Krantz, dreaming about her ideal art vacations.
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The SIAconnect job portal channels career opportunities to Sotheby’s Institute of Art MA Students.
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A new generation of art world talent is emerging. It's driven, diverse, collaborative, curious, global, and passionate.
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Former Tate staff member and Sotheby’s Institute of Art-London faculty Lilian Cameron shares insights around curating and how the industry is evolving.
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Judith Prowda (MA Art Business faculty at Sotheby's Institute-New York) has established a new art tribunal in The Hague.
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Outsider Art is something that cannot be confined to a simple categorical definition. What is clear, however, is that it has been slowly moving into the spotlight.
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Tucked away in London’s bucolic Bedford Square, Sotheby’s Institute of Art maintains a unique collection of fakes, forgeries, and reproductions.
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Faculty Chantal Brotherton-Ratcliffe discusses her unusual teaching methods and the reason you should wear sunglasses when looking at a Caravaggio painting.
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Frances Christie sat down with Sotheby’s Institute-London CEO Jos Hackforth-Jones to share her insights about leadership, auctions, and the role of women in the art world.
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Democracy is more than an ideal. It is a practice. And there are perhaps no better places to practice than in school and in the United States Senate.
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MA Arts Management student Waheeda Al Hadhrami reflects on Arts Advocacy Day, an annual event that brings together artists, scholars, students, and government officials to advocate for the arts.
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MA Art Business student Badir McCleary reflects on Arts Advocacy Day, an annual event that brings together artists, scholars, students, and government officials to advocate for the arts.
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MA Arts Management student Katelyn McClure reflects on Arts Advocacy Day, an annual event that brings together artists, scholars, students, and government officials to advocate for the arts.
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Self-Help Graphics & Art in LA is a testament to artistic practice as community empowerment.
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Once reserved for art fairs and established institutions, highly shareable experiences are popping up around cities more and more. Last month, three immersive multi-room installations opened in New York.
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Faculty Roxanna Zarnegar's list of the top 11 entrepreneurs in the art world today.
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MA Art Business graduate Brunno Silva speaks about a new series of exhibitions he’s curating in Berlin.
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A guide to the most common terms used in the auction industry.
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Transcript of Dominique Lévy's commencement address for the class of 2017 at Sotheby's Institute-NY.
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Discover the best of the art world at your fingertips in New York this summer.
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Dr. Diana Newall examines four extraordinary centuries in the history of European art.
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Jonathan’s self-declared medium is the “expanded practice of painting,” blurring the lines between painting, performance, video, and photography.
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Discover the best of the art world at your fingertips in London this summer.
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Renowned art advisor and gallerist Dominique Lévy will address Sotheby’s Institute of Art-New York Class of 2017 Master’s degree students on Saturday, April 14, 2018 at Sotheby’s auction house.
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Faculty Roxanna Zarnegar looks at the 3 critical skills present in art world leaders that require that special flow across creative and logic.
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MA Contemporary Art students Sam Roknivand and Angela Kim reflect on the curatorial experience.
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Multidisciplinary artist Jonathan VanDyke on the challenges facing artists today, and how to combat them and start to build an artistic career.
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MA Contemporary Art student Ecem Senyuva reflects on the experience of co-curating an exhibition of new work by MA Fine Art students at Chelsea College of Art and Design.
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Eight days of exhibitions, five days of sales, and ten auctions totaled $78.4 million at Sotheby’s. Learn about five of the lots that topped the million dollar mark.
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What does it take to assess the value of a work? Where can this skill be applied? To get the answers, we went straight to our in-house source.
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Old Masters expert Chantal Brotherton-Ratcliffe shares her brief guide to the remarkable work in each gallery, and a recommended reading list on the period.
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Each Fall and Spring, Master’s degree students mount a series of exhibitions in the landmark Art Deco General Electric building in midtown Manhattan.
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Forgery, looting, hidden treasures from antiquity, notorious art crimes, and everything in between.
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A conversation with Marcus Verhagen, MA Contemporary Art Program Director in London.
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Faculty Kim Mitchell takes a close look at one of the marketing world’s "softer" but vital metrics.
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Art as we know it today began at the same time and place as the foundation of our financial systems: the Italian Renaissance. Since then, the paths of art and finance have evolved in often parallel ways.
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Ann-Marie Richard, wants students’ perception of objects to be built upon an unparalleled, well-versed foundation of knowledge and skills.
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What does the "scores on doors" rating the hygiene of UK & US restaurants have to do with art provenance?
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The director of Sotheby’s Institute of Art-Los Angeles and the Head of the MA Art Business program sat down to discuss the challenges, benefits, and predictions for the future of art fairs in Los Angeles.
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10 Sotheby's Institute of Art-LA students, 4 lecture presentations, 2 performance experiences.
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Sotheby’s Institute of Art is proud to support an annual research award through the Art Libraries Association of North America for undergraduate students writing on the subjects of art collecting and the art market since 2014.
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How do you know when you’ve found the one? When it comes to buying art, the answer is not always that clear.
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Ed Ruscha’s 1969 print portfolio Stains signifies a paradigm shift in the artist’s practice, marking a departure from painting in favor of experimental printmaking using ephemeral materials.
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Amy Shimshon-Santo, Head of the MA Arts Management program, discovers a new research tool for diversity data in the creative industries.
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Alumna Nicole Bray guides private and corporate clients through each step of acquiring, selling, managing, and displaying artwork. Here are four contemporary artists to keep an eye on.
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Consultant Lecturer Anna Moszynska pioneered the study of contemporary art at Sotheby's Institute during the late 1980s. 30 years on, she reflects on her path to the art world.
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Read an excerpt from faculty Morgan Falconer’s chapter in "Ugo Rondinone: Pure Sunshine."
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MA Fine & Decorative Art & Design alumna, Vanessa Kramer Hallett, spoke to Musée Magazine about her role as Worldwide Director of Photographs at Phillips.
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The characteristics of art world entrepreneurs are not dissimilar from entrepreneurs in other fields. Taking risks, thinking unconventionally, being curious, offering often-radical transparency, and even eschewing personal taste are recognized traits of most entrepreneurs.
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This new series of talks will examine artistic practices considering contemporary notions of time and duration.
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Title insurance is a topic that’s often overlooked. But in the multi-million dollar art market, nothing could be more essential than protecting the investment of art.
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Read an excerpt from faculty Gareth Fletcher’s chapter in "Cultural Heritage Law and Ethics: Mapping Recent Developments."
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So, you’ve decided to collect art. But how do you start?
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Cuba boasts some of the top visual artists, ballet dancers, and theatre troupes as well as world-recognized musical talent. And on any given day, performance halls, museums and galleries are filled with an eager, local audience.
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The origin story of museums in the United States is fundamentally one of business.
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Dr. Wolf brings a wealth of art knowledge and expertise to the Institute from his years of experience as Head Librarian at the Menil Collection and as faculty at UT Austin.
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Our alumni share what it’s like to work within 3 major career paths in the art world.
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The perilous political and economic landscape, coupled with declining audiences over the past decade, forced arts institutions to stop and ask: what do we do now?
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No one could have seen it all at Art Basel Miami Beach with over 300 galleries exhibiting over the course of just 5 days. Betty Briceño offers a selection of 7 artists from the fair to keep on your radar.
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In the final months of the Venice Biennale, our London MA Contemporary Art students were there to soak it all in. Here are some of the highlights from the celebrated exhibition.
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Read an excerpt from the introduction to "Art Business Today: 20 Key Topics," edited by Jos Hackforth-Jones, Director of Sotheby’s Institute in London, and Iain Robertson, Head of Art Business in London.
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Martin Creed has constructed much of his work as an open-ended question. Is it better to think or not to think? Is it a concept or a feeling? Is it better with the lights on or off?
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On the occasion of a talk by Martin Creed at Sotheby's Institute, an MA Contemporary Art student offers her thoughts on one of the artist's most rememberable works, "Work No. 360."
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At first viewing, Creed's work is marked by, amongst other things, the absurd, silliness, play, and whimsy. However, alongside the playfulness and outwardly dadaesque absurdity, there is pattern and order.
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Whether you are conceptualizing an exhibit, considering a career as a curator, or have an interest in applying the curation process to your own field, we've got some top tips for you.
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Emerging artist and MA candidate, Danny Glass, represents a new generation of figurative painters depicting subjects as they engage with art.
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Turns out, the term "networking" now has such negative connotations that it’s actually going out of fashion in some circles.
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Curators facilitate the translation of artwork from its place of production to a space of public display. In bringing a variety of artwork together in one space, the curator is communicating the collective impact of the artwork to the viewers.
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What you should know when it comes to trends at the intersection of art and investment.
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Alumna Courtenay Moon explores one of the earliest forms of human expression: ceramics.
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From Yayoi Kusama to Rashaad Newsome, here are the must-see gallery exhibitions on view now in New York City.
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Understanding the lives of great artists can help us better comprehend what they wish to tell us.
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Site installation is a key task when curating an art show. The deliberate placement of artwork within a space allows the curator to guide a viewer through an exhibition.
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The two institutions will jointly organize a series of events each year featuring major international figures and emerging artists.
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To celebrate what would have been Robert Rauschenberg's 92nd birthday on October 22nd, we take a look back at his past experiments with art and technology.
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The giddy 1920s and glamorous 1930s were decades of unprecedented innovation in the field of high jewelry design.
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How do you find the artist for your first show? That's first question on the road to becoming a curator.
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If you are trying to disrupt something, change something, or build something new, the art world is the ultimate place to be an entrepreneur.
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From the Chapman Brothers to Ai Weiwei, here are our picks for the best gallery exhibitions on view now and post-Frieze Week in Britain’s artsy capital.
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Tom Christopherson (Head of Art and Law Studies, Sotheby's Institute-London), offers an examination of the legal roles that confidentiality and transparency play in the art world.
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We sat in on one of our curating classes in New York to catch a glimpse of the questions and challenges that arise during the first stages of the curation process. Here are some highlights.
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As the city prepares to welcome a wave of gallerists, artists, collectors, and aficionados from every corner of the globe, we’re here to help get you ready to navigate the main fairs in town.
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As we lament the end of summer, the art market is gearing up for a busy fall. We’ve rounded up 9 of the the best fairs for you to explore this season.
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Art fairs play an important role in the Sotheby's Institute MA curriculum, both in the classroom and as part of each program’s global study trips.
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While great art can speak to us from across the centuries, much can be lost in translation. Understanding the lives of the old masters can help us better comprehend what these artists wish to tell us.
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In a long-awaited decision, the Sotheby's auction house announced it will integrate Latin American art into its contemporary auction sales in New York.
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Navigating the complex territory of contemporary art through the work of 6 practitioners.
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To celebrate what would have been Man Ray’s 127th birthday on August 27, we’ve put together some of our favorite quotes from the surrealist photographer and painter.
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Michael VanHartingsveldt, an alumnus of the Sotheby's Institute of Art-Los Angeles, discusses how travel helped him explore his passion for art and find a sense of belonging.
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Ines Familiar Miller is an MA Arts Management alumna of the Sotheby’s Institute of Art-Los Angeles. She examines the role that fundraising plays in the future and impact of the arts.
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It is no secret that technology is entwined with the future of nearly every field we know. The world of art is no different.
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Four women in the art market discuss their career path's challenges and triumphs.
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Why and how has a new language for curation emerged? Consultant lecturer, Dr. Martin Waldmeier, has a few theories.
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Park Avenue artist, Lluís Lleó, gave an exclusive talk to Sotheby’s Institute-New York students about his growth as an artist, inspiration behind Morpho’s Nest in the Cadmium House, and offered some memorable pieces of advice.
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Art Fairs are booming. The international Art Market Studies Association is holding a conference to find out why.
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Sotheby’s Institute of Art is delighted to announce a new internship opportunity with Sotheby’s Museum Network.
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Top Five Tips from Art Industry Experts.
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Ann-Marie Richard possesses a rare combination of academic expertise combined with art market acumen.
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The Fountain House Gallery's latest show, "The Art of Fashion," showcases more than 70 works, in mediums including drawing, painting, sculpture, textile and video.
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We asked our faculty to recommend the best books to read this summer.
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The celebrated megashow, Documenta is not to be missed. So, the London MA Contemporary Art team headed to Kassel to report on some highlights from the show.
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Sotheby’s Institute alumnae Clara Darrason and Jennifer Houdrouge, recently named among Brooklyn’s 100 Influencers, talk about working their connections, curating cutting-edge shows, and opening Bushwick's coolest new gallery, The Chimney.
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Scouring second-hand shops, flea markets, and the streets of New York, Robert Rauschenberg made a name for himself creating some of his best-known works from other people's "junk".
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Former MA in Fine and Decorative Arts and Design students put research into practice.
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Students, faculty, and art world professionals offered their wisdom to the recent Sotheby's Institute of Art graduates. Check out the greatest advice we heard for entering and thriving in the world of art!
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Curating a show with a living artist is like being an accomplice. Faculty Katherine Madden on her recent gallery show with Nathaniel Mary Quinn at Half Gallery.
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Basquiat breaks records, Jeff Koons unveils a new installation, and other noteworthy art moments this May: here's what you need to know about the art world.
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A former businessman returns to school, and earns so much more than grades
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Open the doors of Bedford Square on 28 June-1 July 2017
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Stephan Pascher on Los Angeles history and the artist Henry Taylor
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An alumna shares the story of how she turned her passion into an international business
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London's Program Director of the MA in Fine and Decorative Art and Design discusses "The Football Players" by Albert Gleizes, that inspired his latest book "Sport and Modernism in the Visual Arts"
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Announcing enhanced internship opportunities, new group mentorships, and an exclusive job project bank via its expanded relationship with Sotheby’s auction house.
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Chris “Daze” Ellis shares the beginnings of his career in the infamous 1980s New York City scene and his evolution from painting subway cars to exhibiting in galleries in an exclusive artist talk...
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Old and New cross-collecting practices, by David Bellingham
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Panelists for Sotheby’s Institute of Art Speaker Series, art world pioneers, along with bestselling author and art entrepreneur Magnus Resch, share the challenges and triumphs that they face as gallery owners
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We celebrate successful women who have each helped shape the art world to what it is today.
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Rauschenberg, Anish Kapoor, Calder and more. Must-visit exhibitions and shows happening inside and out in New York this summer!
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Discover the best of the art world at your fingertips in London this summer
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Sotheby's Sales and Fourth Quarter Results, Armory Show, Global Gallery Report, and Emerging Markets - our roundup of recent art market happenings
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Discover the latest publication by faculty Marcus Verhagen
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Art fairs play an important role in the Sotheby's Institute MA curriculum, both in the classroom and as part of each program’s global study trips.
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Gregorio Cámara Castellanos is an alumnus of Sotheby's Institute of Art in New York and the director of JustMad Art Fair
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Hear from NY Faculty on February 15-18, 2017 at the largest international gathering of professionals in the visual arts
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Advice from our faculty to start out in your career in the international art world.
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With international galleries from the East End to the west, the now well-established Frieze art fair each October, and a busy calendar of major auctions, London is a vibrant, global center of contemporary art.
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Learn how to craft the perfect Curriculum Vitae for a successful career in the art world
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We look back at 2016 and choose our top five design shows of the year.
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When he isn't teaching on our London-based Master's in Fine and Decorative Art and Design, Bernard Vere is a published writer...
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Working in the art world offers a whole range of career options - from curating to teaching, writing and more...
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From Bjork’s first ever VR music video to the premiere of a visual documentary by the unlikely duo Vanessa Beecroft and Kanye West, MA in Contemporary Art faculty Tim Goossens talks to us about his latest project...
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When Tate Modern’s new wing, the Switch House, opened in 2016, the art gallery did not just get bigger...
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Since the inception of the MA in 1998, Sotheby's Institute has pioneered the study of art business and is the leader in research, scholarship and teaching of the subject.
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Zoe Mogridge, Director of Career Services at Sotheby's Institute of Art - London, takes us through the top ten attributes most prized by art world employers and explains why they matter…
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Write about art and win $3,000! Submit your paper before November 21, 2016.
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People come to study at Sotheby’s Institute for all sorts of reasons. Many are mature students from a business background, who’ve already achieved great things in their previous career...
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Since 2011 Sotheby’s Institute of Art has partnered with Lund Humphries to publish a series of definitive handbooks to international art business. As our new handbook, Art Business Today: 20 Key Topics, is released, we hear from the title’s editors Jos Hackforth-Jones, Director of Sotheby’s Institute, London, and Iain Robertson, Head of Art Business Studies, London...
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If you’ve got that back to school feeling or just want some reading recommendations for the fall, check out our faculty choices for must-read books on art world topics!
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Investing in Art Photography: What to Keep in Mind
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Preparing for Master’s study with Online Learning from Sotheby’s Institute of Art
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Marketing Manager Rosie Dawkins, who oversees Sotheby’s Institute of Art’s account, and our Public Programs Manager Martin Williams, discuss how they use the platform and share advice about making the most of it...
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If you’re new to auctions and unsure where to start, don’t be daunted. Art historian Elizabeth Pergam, who teaches on the Sotheby’s Institute of Art Master's programs in Art Business and Fine and Decorative Art and Design in New York, shares some advice for auction first-timers.
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From paintings and furniture through to collage and post-war design, the distinctive character of this Master’s program is...
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In room 62 of The National Gallery in London, Doge Leonardo Loredan seems to be surveying the space with an air of quiet authority.
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On May 9th 2016, the second of the Art Law and Practice for Leading Practitioners Series focused on UK taxation arising with the ownership, movement and sale of works of art.
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When she isn´t teaching on our London-based Master´s in Modern and Contemporary Asian Art and Summer Programs, Katie Hill is Director of the Office of Contemporary Chinese Art, a consultancy that works to promote Chinese artists in the UK.
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What it’s like to study online with Sotheby’s.
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Congratulations to all of the Sotheby’s Institute of Art - London graduates. The faculty and staff wish you all the best for the future and we look forward to seeing you flourish in the art world.
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Sotheby’s Institute of Art - London held the first of its series of Art Law and Practice for Leading Practitioners sessions, on the topic of art-related litigation.
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Photography is at the heart of the art world. With so many dedicated art fairs, auctions, festivals, exhibitions, collections and prizes, photography is also at the core of increasingly diverse contemporary art practices. Sabina Gaskot-Jill, faculty for the London Summer Study course ‘Art Photography and its Markets’ gives us her must-see photography exhibitions happening in London this summer.
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Art repatriation is just one example of the key art world issues you can expect to learn about at Sotheby’s Institute. In this exclusive video, Dr Iain Robertson, Head of Art Business at Sotheby’s Institute in London, looks at the cases of the so-called Elgin Marbles and the 1860 looting of Beijing’s Old Summer Palace, charting the journey of two bronze animal heads which, in 2009, made it back to their country of origin.
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London is one of the world’s most vibrant centers of contemporary art. This summer, Jennifer Thatcher will be leading the Summer Study Course Contemporary Art in London (June 28 - July 22).
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Our faculty for the photography MA elective units at Sotheby’s Institute in London, tell us about a little-known hero of photography: Elizabeth Fulhame.
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From OY/YO in Brooklyn to the groundbreaking monotypes of Degas at MoMA, check out our faculty suggestions for must-visit exhibitions and shows happening inside and out in New York this summer!
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What’s Happening in the London Art World this Summer?
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London is rapidly becoming the global centre for the design market with new galleries, a new Biennale and record prices at auction.
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We asked Juliet Hacking to give us her recommendations for the top five photography events happening in 2016. Take a look at her suggestions on how you can explore the world of photography this year...
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Sotheby’s Institute of Art partners with Artron to launch new program offerings. Learn more...
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Why is a chair worth 2.4 million pounds?
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Read more about the four key steps each young professional should take to define their career path and chart a successful course into the future.
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If you’re looking to apply to our Master’s degrees in London, New York or Los Angeles, check out our top tips to help you with the process.
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Sotheby’s Institute of Art and ARLIS/NA Research Award
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To celebrate the extraordinary variety of the English country house, we asked our Short Courses faculty to tell us about their favourite country houses.
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Robin Klaus, College of Wooster student, tells us about her experience studying abroad for a semester in London.
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We live in a designed world and interact with designed objects on a daily basis. From transport systems, to our electronic gadgetry, to the furnishings of our homes – everything that is manmade is designed.
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Sotheby’s Institute of Art was the Education Partner of Masterpiece 2015 and during the fair held a 3-day course Masterpiece London: Collecting and the Art Market as well as an evening panel event A New Generation of Collecting. We spoke to the CEO of Masterpiece 2015, Nazy Vassegh, to find out more about the event and her career in the international art world.
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On publication of his new book Painting Beyond Pollock (Phaidon, 2015), we spoke to Morgan Falconer about the experience of writing the story of recent painting, his career in the art world, and lecturing on the Sotheby’s Institute of Art – Online, and Master’s degree programs.
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Write about art and win $3,000! Submit your paper before December 15, 2017.
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Careers Fair Season at Sotheby's Institute in London and New York
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The MA in Art Business (Online) at Sotheby’s Institute of Art combines academic rigor with virtual learning, designed to fit seamlessly into your busy schedule. In our virtual classroom, you can collaborate across continents, discuss critical ideas, and explore the latest art world developments, all in your own time and wherever you may be.
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