Teaching Workshop: Behind an Exhibition. Organisation and Handling

A.Y. 2021/2022
3
Max ECTS
20
Overall hours
Language
Italian
Learning objectives
The workshop examines how to manage an exhibition in its various phases, from conception to project development to implementation. Theoretical and pratical issues will be addressed regarding conservation, setting in public and private institutions, the protection and enhancement of heritage and the legislation governing the handling of works of art in Italy and abroad.
Expected learning outcomes
Students will get more acquainted with the aspects of exhibition-organizer profession by acquiring a diversified methodological practice according to the type of artworks and exhibition spaces, the unconventional ones as well.
Adequate suggestions will be provided to manage various tasks and solve contextual criticalities.
Single course

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Course syllabus and organization

Single session

Responsible
Lesson period
First semester
The workshop will be held in attendance
Course syllabus
1. Historical introduction: collections, exhibitions
2. The making of and types of exhibitions, venues
3. Professional figures; enhancement
4. Legislation, protection
5. Condition reports
6. Insurance of art works
7. Packing and shipping
8. Educational visit
9. Mounting/dismantling
10. Practises
Prerequisites for admission
No specific prerequisites required
Teaching methods
Lectures, educational visits, meetings with experts
Teaching Resources
Bibliography will be provided during the workshop
Assessment methods and Criteria
Practices in class
- University credits: 3
Humanities workshops: 20 hours
Professor(s)