Christie's Education 

In-person and livestream courses
from the heart of the art market

Study with Christie's specialists and leading independent experts: curated programmes designed for collectors, professionals and enthusiasts alike.

Access industry expertise

Benefit from Christie's expertise and independent voices from across the art world.

Step inside the art market 

Attend in person at our London salerooms and experience the art market from the inside.

Watch live from anywhere 

Join our livestream sessions in real time and learn with speakers and peers.

Livestream Courses

LIVE & LIVESTREAM FROM LONDON, OPEN TO ALL

CHRISTIE'S SPECIALISTS & INDEPENDENT EXPERTS

REAL-TIME DISCUSSION WITH INDUSTRY LEADERS 

CERTIFICATION INCLUDED

In-person Courses

Study at the world's foremost auction house

Learn from industry-leading experts

Experience the best of London's collections

Hear from artists, curators and art-world practitioners

See beyond the canvas

Step inside the heart of the art market

Our Team & Guest Lecturers

Founded in 1978, Christie’s Education is at the heart of the art market, uniquely positioned to offer access to the expertise, networks, and insights that shape the industry. Our in-person and livestream programmes are taught by experts active in the market, bringing insights shaped by their continued practice. 

Ted Sandling
Global Director of Education, Christie's 

Ted leads Christie's Education in the UK. After joining Christie’s in 2008, he went on to head UK marketing strategy, before leaving to pursue interests in digital technology and cultural history, working with early-stage startups and writing the Evening Standard best-selling book London in Fragments. He rejoined Christie's in 2016 to launch filmed online courses, before taking on his present role.

Dominic Hopkins-Powell
Christie's Education Programme Manager
After graduating from the University of Oxford with a BA in Medieval and Modern Languages, Dominic worked at several art world institutions before joining Christie’s, where he gained experience across the Post-War & Contemporary Art, Impressionist & Modern Art, Client Strategy, Client Advisory and Classic Art Departments.
Joyce Choong
Christie's Education Programme Manager

Joyce graduated from Christie's Education and the University of Glasgow with an MA in Art History and Art-world Practice in 2019, before joining National Gallery Singapore with responsibilities spanning publishing, executive support and  institutional partnerships. She gained a Master's degree from Goldsmiths, University of London before taking on her role at Christie's.


Dr Ben Street
Guest Lecturer

Art historian Dr Ben Street wrote the accessible guide How to Enjoy Art (Yale) among other books for general readers. He lectures for the National Gallery, Tate and other leading museums, and contributes regularly to Apollo, Art Review and The TLS. He presents Modern Art and The Great Masters of European Art 1350–1850 and delivers in person courses at Christie’s Education.

Georgia Powell
Guest Lecturer

Georgia Powell is co-founder of CURA Art, guiding collectors through conserving, managing and displaying their collections. She channels museum-trained expertise into tailored collection care, exhibition design and philanthropy support.

Jacqui Ansell
Guest Lecturer

Art historian Jacqui Ansell draws on decades of lecturing for the National Gallery, Open University, Art Society and Christie’s Education, as well as writing art historical study skills material and distance-learning modules for multiple institutions. She presents the online course ‘Old Mistresses’: Fame, Fortune and Female Artists 1500-1900.

   
Nico Epstein
Guest Lecturer

Nico Epstein, art advisor and educator, is the co-founder of Lisbon-based consultancy arbulu studio and the Collector Connoisseur learning platform. Nico acquires artworks for a network of European and American clients and has helped to arrange more than 20 exhibitions of contemporary art throughout Europe, New York and Hong Kong, focusing mostly on artists of his generation.

Dr Thomas Flynn
Guest Lecturer

Art-market commentator Tom Flynn directs the provenance research agency Flynn & Giovani, drawing on careers at The Art Newspaper, in academia and in the art market. He has published widely on the global art market, museology, and art and design history.

Elikem Logan
Guest Lecturer

Having previously worked within the African Modern & Contemporary Department at Sotheby's, Elikem brings extensive expertise across academia, research, and the art market. He holds an MA in Art History and Management and an MLitt in Legal and Constitutional Studies from the University of St Andrews, as well as an MSc in African Studies from the University of Oxford. 

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Testimonials 

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 - 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 the facilitators were constantly engaged and attentive to our needs, anticipating any needs/access requirements throughout the day.
Outstanding level of programming, inspiring speakers, enriching content, and I liked the level the course was pitched at - intellectually stimulating for those already immersed in the industry, yet accessible.
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Bespoke and Institutional Programming

Christie’s Education works closely with institutions, authorities, corporate and private clients to develop bespoke programmes and training. Start the conversation at education@christies.com.

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