Eligibility

The course is particularly tailored for those who are interested in joining professions that valorize cultural and artistic assets, as for those who would lik to find a stimulating professional outlets that engage with art and contemporary culture. The School’s activities are intended for all those interested in and passionate about art, graduate students or professionals who want to deepen their knowledge and improve their practical skills. We would like to remind you that our program is designed for people with a study background in any of the following areas of contemporary art: curatorial studies, theory and philosophy of art, art history, art management and art production, visual arts, fine arts, arts and new media, architecture, interior architecture, photography, interior decoration, installation, design, theater, scenic design and music, as well as university graduates in the cultural studies field and literary studies. The program is also suitable for experienced candidates.

Number of Participants

We have a maximum of 20 participants.

Deadline

February 28, 2022 23:00 UTC

Selection Results (Announcement Dates)

March 05, 2022 23:00 UTC

Duration

June 07, 2022 - September 01, 2022

Costs

• $4,500.00 program fee (monthly)

Public Programs

Courses, Discussion, Exhibition

Disciplines

Arts Administrator

Languages

English

Program Description

The Summer School in Curatorial Practice will take place during the International Biennale Venice. With an interdisciplinary approach, the course provides practical training and experience within museums and exhibition settings. Its international faculty includes curators and museum professionals, artists and critics. The course is designed to increase students understanding of the intellectual and technical tasks of the curator figure. English-taught lectures cover both theoretical and practical topics that go from the history of contemporary visual arts and practices of exhibition-making, to Exhibition Management. The students will participate in weekly activities, such as artist studio visits, tours of exhibition spaces, networking events and workshops. The program culminates with the set up of the exhibition. The Summer School includes visits of specific art venues all over the city of Venice during the International Venice Biennale.