60-351 Entering the Artworld: Mapping a career path in an uncharted artworld

9 units, Carnegie Mellon University

Curious about the difference between commercial and nonprofit galleries Wondering how to connect with curators or how museums select art Unsure if you should get an MFA or which residencies to apply to This course provides artists with a foundational understanding of the art world, covering key support structures like museums, commercial galleries, DIY spaces, and residencies. Youll also gain concrete skills such as writing artist statements, networking, building an online presence, and pricing artwork. The goal is to equip students with the awareness, skills, and resourcefulness needed to navigate the everchanging art world as studiobased fine artists.

Prerequisites: none listed

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