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The course has a module structure and a good balance between listening, reading, speaking and writing.

A module is one self-contained component of the Artspeak course. The first 3 modules are obligatory for all because they provide the basis for further studies. Other more specified sections can be modified depending on student’s needs and professional goals.

MODULES

1. What is “ART – World – Speak”? Quirks of Artspeak and a linguistic analysis of texts. Formats of art writing vs traditional criticism. Glossary for Module 2. 2. Translating Images into Words (Describing a work of art ) . 3. How to Analyze a Work of Art? ( Basics of art critique) (1or 2 classes at a choice). 4. Art History Timeline in English terminology. 5. Contemporary Museology. Changing Role of Museums, Displaying Cultures, Digital Media. 6. Lifting the Veil: Planning and Designing a Show. 7. Museum and Exhibition Lighting. 8. Writing an Artist’s Statement/ Project or Exhibition Proposal. 9. Artist and Society. Рublic and Street art – from local practices to global phenomenon. 10. Group presentation of student’s works – artist’s statements, art projects and exhibition proposals. Separately from the full course a workshop format is possible for Artist Proposals/Statements/Project or Exhibition proposals ( includes opportunities of writing statements from scratch or reviewing the written text).
		As a workbook students use “Artspeak” booklet containing source texts, exercises, transcripts and glossaries. They also have access to video installments and illustrations used at a lesson for further training at home.

Q&A

What is a module?

A module is one self-contained component of the Artspeak course. You can either take the entire course or just pick the modules that are most relevant for you.

How long does a module last?

Each module consists of 2,5 hour-long class. It is recommended to take 2 modules a week so that continuity is preserved but students have time to adjust to the new information and integrate new skills into their background.

Do you give homework?

Some. We’re also happy to help with practical tasks – for example, if you are working on a real exhibition proposal and need help.

DURATION OF THE COURSE

The full course is 10 lessons (approximately 25 hours). The recommended timing is 5 hours a week (each lesson is 2,5 hours with a 15 minute break). However, the module structure of the course allows to teach it selectively in the form of workshops at the choice of a client.

Placement test is highly recommended before taking the course.

NUMBER OF STUDENTS IN A GROUP

Min. 6 people.

WHERE DID THE COURSE TAKE PLACE?

Moscow	Saint-Petersburg