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189.00 € (incl. VAT)
Duration Feb. 02 - Jul. 27, 2026
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Understanding legal frameworks is vital for protecting creative works, ensuring smooth logistics, and managing risks in today’s art world. In this course, you will learn strategies to handle the common legal issues faced by curators, gallerists, artists, and other art professionals.
We will cover essential topics like copyright law, intellectual property protection, fair use guidelines, and contracts. Additionally, we will explore legal challenges related to art logistics, from art transport and customs regulations to insurance requirements. Using real case studies, you will gain a practical understanding of how to identify, prevent, and address potential legal issues before they arise.
By the end of the course, you’ll have the key legal knowledge to maintain ethical practices, operational integrity, and foster successful collaborations within the art world. No prior knowledge is required.
Course Outcomes:
Session 1: Introduction and Course Presentation
This is a one-hour-only welcome session. The lecturer will introduce the program and participants will introduce themselves. No prior preparation is necessary.
Session 2: Understanding Art Copyright and Intellectual Property
This session provides a foundational understanding of copyright and intellectual property laws so that you can confidently navigate issues of ownership. You will learn:
Session 3: Contracts and Agreements in the Art World
In this session, we will explore various types of contracts commonly used in the art industry, including licensing and consignment agreements. You will learn:
Session 4: Legal Considerations in Art Logistics
This session introduces you to the legal aspects of transporting artwork, customs regulations, and insurance. You will discover how to manage logistics while ensuring compliance with legal requirements. You will learn:
Session 5: Risk Management and Dispute Resolution
This session focuses on effective strategies for managing legal risks and resolving disputes in the art world. You will learn:
Language
Classes are held in English.
Format & Modality
The course is fully online and taught live via Zoom in small, interactive groups to support active learning. Live captioning is available during the sessions.
Schedule
Live sessions take place every (Day) from (Time) (Berlin time, CEST).
Attendance
Live attendance is encouraged to get the most out of the course, but recordings are available if you cannot attend a session.
Course Materials
All course materials—including recordings, readings, and presentations—are available on the Node platform for as long as you wish.
Assignments
Optional assignments are included, with personal feedback from the lecturers to help you apply what you learn. Please note that feedback is provided only during the course dates.
Certificate
A downloadable certificate is available upon course completion.
Technical Requirements
A stable internet connection, a computer with a camera and microphone, and access to Zoom are required.
Questions?
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Ana Llorente Torres
