Discover the business behind the art world

Join us for a three-day course held in central London offering an in-depth look into the art market. 

Inside the Art Market
London Autumn Intensive

Christie's Education offers a unique three-day educational experience exploring the complexities and nuances of the art market. Using the city of London and Christie's as living classrooms, the course combines expert-led sessions with exclusive tours to enrich participants' understanding of the art landscape.

Participants will engage with art-market experts in a series of comprehensive sessions that illustrate the journey of an artwork from studio to sale. The curriculum covers essential topics such as collection management, art advisory, art as an asset class, working with artists, the importance of residency spaces, and the role of the critic. Highlights include exclusive behind-the-scenes tours of Christie’s auction house and its warehouse, providing rare insights into the operation of one of the world's leading auction houses.

In addition to learning from specialists, attendees will also experience the vibrant London art scene first-hand. The itinerary includes an artist studio crawl in South London, a tour of a residency space and prominent galleries, offering a holistic view of the art ecosystem. These outings not only complement the classroom learning but also allow participants to apply their knowledge in real-world settings, bridging theoretical concepts and practical exposure.
  • 5-7 November 2025
  • 10am-5pm BST
  • Christie's London
  • £950

Study at the world's leading Auction House 

Christie’s, the world's oldest fine art auctioneer, has sold fine art, furniture, jewellery and wine since James Christie conducted the first sale in London on 5 December 1766.

Ever since, Christie’s London has continued to provide the perfect backdrop for the sales of the world’s finest collections and greatest works of art. Christie’s moved to its global headquarters at 8 King Street, St. James’s in 1823.

The gallery spaces at King Street are transformed into classrooms during our exclusive programming in London, so that students are immersed in the fast-paced environment of the auction house.
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In-Person Intensive

Course Schedule

**Schedule, topics and speakers are based on the 2024 programme and subject to change.
Day one


Primary and Secondary Markets

Lecture
An Introduction to the Art World with Ted Sandling

Experience
Christie’s warehouse tour with a Specialist

Lecture
Art as an Asset Class with Dr Thomas Flynn

Lecture
Art History's Impact on Contemporary Art with Aliki Braine

Experience
St James's Gallery Tour with Aliki Braine
day two


The Artist & The Residency

Experience
Artist Studio Crawl

Experience
Visit to Gasworks with Alessio Antoniolli

Lecture
Running a Residency and Working with Artists with Alessio Antoniolli

Experience
Christie's Exhibition Walkthrough
day three


Managing a Collection & Advising the Client

Lecture
Managing a Collection with Geoff Lowsley

Lecture
An Introduction to Art Advisory with Nico Epstein

Lecture
Art Critics and Criticism with Hettie Judah

Experience
Christie's Sale Preview Walkthrough with a Specialist.
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Certification Included

All attendees will be awarded a physical certificate of completion issued by Christie's Education at the end of the programme.

Discover the London art scene


Experience the vibrant London gallery ecosystem first-hand on an artist studio crawl in South London, a tour of a residency space and visits to prominent galleries. Apply your knowledge in real-world settings outside the classroom, bridging theoretical concepts and practical exposure.

Market-Leading Experts

Engage with art-market experts in a series of comprehensive sessions that illustrate the journey of an artwork from studio to sale. 

Cutting-Edge Curriculum

Dive into essential topics such as collection management, art advisory, art as an asset class, working with artists, the importance of residency spaces, and the role of the critic.

Behind-the scenes Tours

 Enjoy an exclusive behind-the-scenes tours of Christie’s auction house and its warehouse, providing rare insights into the operation of one of the world's leading auction houses.

Networking opportunities

Meet seasoned art world professionals alongside your diverse cohort of like-minded art lovers. 

Here's what our students have said:



"An excellent setting for the learning, a broad and interesting international cohort, well-chosen and industry-leading speakers, fascinating studio and gallery visits, and, of course, our excellent hosts, Chelsea and Ted - thank you!"


"The course structure, topics and lectures were expertly organised and ordered to be a wonderful introduction into the industry. I always felt that Ted and Chelsea were constantly engaged and attentive to our needs, anticipating any needs/access requirements throughout the day."

For any queries about this course please contact:

Christie's Education London

Telephone: +44 20 7839 9060
Email: education@christies.com

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