An Introduction to Contemporary Art

The Idea and the Object

With Grace Adam & Joshua White

30th June - 2nd July

Join us in London for 3 days of lectures, gallery visits and discussion.

Do you want to know more about contemporary art?

Why is art made by living artists often be so enigmatic and difficult to grasp?

Grace Adam and Joshua White’s London Art Club is starting a series of courses combining illustrated talks with visits to exhibitions and collections. We have carefully designed our new courses to give you a clear understanding of important concepts, influential artists, and the materials and techniques they use. We have worked in all the major galleries in London, but we are proudly independent.

London is one of the world’s leading centres of contemporary art. We will be taking advantage of the city’s numerous art institutions; galleries - public and private. Visit a range of exhibitions and permanent collections you will learn about how and why artists make art today.

We’ll tackle questions like “How does art made now reflect the culture and preoccupations of our age?”

We’ll visit collections at Tate Britain, Tate Modern and the Saatchi Collection as well temporary solo and group exhibitions at commercial galleries.

In lectures, discussions and gallery visits, you will learn about:

• Significant artists making art today

• The materials and techniques artists use

• The ideas and influences on contemporary artists

• How artists in history have shaped the art of today

• Where contemporary artists show their work

• Who determines which artists are exhibited

• The role of museums and public collections

• How commercial galleries work with artists and collectors

A three-day intensive programme to equip you with a comprehensive introduction to the contemporary art world.