Bayburt University Lifelong Learning Programme

Description of Individual Course Units

Course Unit Code	Course Unit Title	Type of Course Unit	Year of Study	Semester	Number of ECTS Credits
RSM208B2.1	Curatory	Elective	2	4	4

Level of Course Unit

First Cycle

Objectives of the Course

To provide information about the historical development, role and place of curation in contemporary art. To teach the creative and technical processes required in the process of setting up an exhibition. This includes steps such as determining the exhibition theme, selecting the work, arranging the exhibition space and exhibiting the work. To teach how to examine works of art conceptually and critically. Understanding how curators analyze art and relate it to the audience. To learn about how curators collaborate with artists and the role of these relationships in the success of exhibitions. To teach how to manage art collections for museums and galleries, and to provide practical information on the processes of preserving, promoting and developing these collections. To provide knowledge about the role of curators in the art world, the dynamics in the art market, and relations with galleries and art institutions. Developing strategies on how to effectively relate an exhibition or art event to the audience and understanding the audience experience. Reflecting on critical issues such as the ethical responsibilities of curators, cultural sensitivity and representation in the exhibition of works of art.

Name of Lecturer(s)

İlgili Öğretim Elemanı

Learning Outcomes

1	Students should be able to understand the historical development and theoretical foundations of curation.
2	Students must gain competence in developing the exhibition concept, selecting works and organizing the exhibition.
3	They should develop a critical and analytical perspective on works of art.
4	They must learn how to communicate effectively with artists and audiences.
5	Must be able to understand the ethical responsibilities of curators and cultural representation issues in exhibitions.

Mode of Delivery

Normal Education

Prerequisites and co-requisities

none

Recommended Optional Programme Components

none

Course Contents

The emergence and historical development of the concept of curation. History of museums and exhibition institutions. Modern and contemporary curatorial approaches. The place and function of the curator in the art world. Artist and curator relations. Cooperation with art institutions, selection and management of works of art. Preservation, storage and exhibition of works of art. Creating collections, documenting and keeping artifact records. Art market, galleries, auctions and art fairs. Purchasing and selling works of art. Ethical responsibilities in the exhibition and representation of works of art.

Weekly Detailed Course Contents

Week	Theoretical	Practice	Laboratory
1	Information about the course delivery, information about curatorial theory and history.	none	none
2	History of museums and exhibition institutions. Modern and contemporary curatorial approaches. Relations with art history, aesthetics and critical theory.	none	none
3	The place and function of the curator in the art world. Artist and curator relations. Cooperation with art institutions, selection of works of art	none	none
4	Space arrangement, lighting, exhibition texts and work placement. Use of digital display and multimedia.	none	none
5	Preservation, storage and exhibition of works of art. Collection creation, documentation and keeping of artifact records. Restoration, conservation and artifact care.	none	none
6		none	none
7	Art market, galleries, auctions and art fairs. Purchasing and selling works of art. Sponsorship and exhibition financing. Budgeting and financial planning of exhibition projects.	none	yok
8	midterm exam	none	none
9	Important Museums and Galleries in the World 1. MoMA (Museum of Modern Art) – New York, USA It is one of the most important museums of modern art and organizes contemporary art and design exhibitions around the world. It contains works by important artists such as Picasso, Van Gogh and Warhol. 2. Tate Modern – London, England o Feature: It is one of the most prestigious museums of modern and contemporary art. In addition to its permanent collections, it organizes extensive exhibitions from international artists. 3. Guggenheim Museum – New York, USA Famous for its building designed by Frank Lloyd Wright, this museum is known for its modern and contemporary art exhibitions. 4. Center Pompidou – Paris, France In addition to modern art, it also includes performance and multimedia arts. It is one of the most prestigious art centers in Europe. 5th Documenta – Kassel, Germany The Documenta exhibition, held every five years, is a major art event that plays a decisive role in world contemporary art.	none	none
10	Venice Biennale – Venice, Italy It is one of the most important contemporary art events in the world. Countries represent their artists by opening their own pavilions.	none	none
11	Notable Curators in the World: 1. Hans Ulrich Obrist Artistic Director of Serpentine Galleries (London). He is considered one of the most influential curators of contemporary art. He made a difference in the art world with the concept of "Endless Exhibition". He is known for his interviews with artists and experimental exhibitions. 2. Okwui Enwezor Former Director of the Venice Biennale and former director of the Haus der Kunst Museum (Munich). He was an important figure who incorporated African art and postcolonial thought into curatorial practice. He directed the 2015 Venice Biennale and strengthened the representation of global contemporary art. 3. Carolyn Christov-Bakargiev Director of Castello di Rivoli Museum and Center for Contemporary Art (Turin). He made a wide impact in the art world as the curator of Documenta 13 in 2012. His curatorial approach is interdisciplinary and frequently deals with the human-nature relationship. 4. Thelma Golden Director of the Studio Museum in Harlem (New York). It has an important role in the representation of African American artists and cultures. He is a leader who dedicated his museum to the development of African American art. 5. Maria Lind Former Director of Tensta Konsthall (Stockholm). He is known for his experimental curatorial practices. He has organized innovative exhibitions centered on collaboration with artists.	none	none
12	Important Museums and Galleries in Turkey 1. Istanbul Modern – Istanbul o Speciality: It is the first modern art museum in Turkey and hosts works by international artists as well as contemporary Turkish art. Founded in 2004, this museum has played an important role in introducing Turkish art to the international arena. 2. Beral Madra o Speciality: One of the most important contemporary art curators in Turkey. He curated the 1st Istanbul Biennial in 1987 and played a major role in the development of contemporary art in Turkey. o 3. SALT Gallery – Istanbul and Ankara o Speciality: Focusing on projects where research and art intersect, SALT stands out as an important art institution in the fields of art, design, architecture and social sciences. 4. Vasıf Kortun o Speciality: Kortun, one of the founders of SALT Gallery, has carried out important curatorial projects in the field of contemporary art in Turkey. He has also curated in international biennials.	none	none
13	Pera Museum – Istanbul o Special Feature: Pera Museum, which has important art collections of Turkey, exhibits a wide range of art works from Ottoman period to the present day. Arter – Istanbul o Special Feature: Arter, as an institution supporting contemporary art, features both international and Turkish artists. It organizes exhibitions and events in various disciplines. Borusan Contemporary – Istanbul o Special Feature: Borusan Contemporary, a museum focusing on contemporary art collection and digital arts, is one of the important art centers of Istanbul. Akbank Art – Istanbul o Special Feature: Akbank Art organizes exhibitions and events in different fields of contemporary art. It is known for its projects supporting young artists. Dirimart – Istanbul o Special Feature: It is one of the most important contemporary art galleries of Turkey. It works with international artists and hosts large-scale exhibitions.	none	none
14	The Importance of Istanbul Biennials 1st Istanbul Biennial (1987): Curator: Beral Madra Theme: To introduce contemporary art to Istanbul. 2nd Istanbul Biennial (1989): Curator: Beral Madra Theme: Universality of art and introduction of contemporary art movements in Turkey. 5th Istanbul Biennial (1997): Curator: Rosa Martinez Theme: Issues of gender identity, individual freedom and social justice. 7th Istanbul Biennial (2001): Curator: Yuko Hasegawa Theme: "Education: Art and Knowledge Economies" - Focused on globalization and the relationship between knowledge and art.	none	none
15	10th Istanbul Biennial (2007): Curator: Hou Hanru Theme: "Not Impossible, Utopian: Alternatives to Globalization". 12th Istanbul Biennial (2011): Curators: Adriano Pedrosa and Jens Hoffmann Theme: "Untitled" - Focused on the conceptual and formal aspects of art. 14th Istanbul Biennial (2015): Curator: Carolyn Christov-Bakargiev Theme: "Salt Water: A Theory of Thought Forms". 16th Istanbul Biennial (2019): Curator: Nicolas Bourriaud Theme: "The Seventh Continent" - A biennial examining humanity's footprints on the planet and environmental and ecological issues. 17th Istanbul Biennial (2022): Curators: Ute Meta Bauer, Amar Kanwar and David Teh Theme: Shaped around ecology, sustainability, social justice and political issues.	none	none
16	Final Exam	none	none