ARTH389W

Who is arts writing for? How do museum and gallery employees use writing to promote exhibitions and events, and to communicate the significance of these events to different (and diverse) audiences? How do exhibition teams create labels, texts, and programs for different audiences? How do gallerists and arts education coordinators obtain funding for exhibitions, lecture series, performances, and educational opportunities? In this course, we will analyze and practice the kinds of writing used in careers in galleries, museums, and other art organizations. We will also discuss new forms of digital communication used by arts professionals in a variety of contexts, including podcasts, short promotional interviews, and livestreams of art events.