Overview
Overview
Considering a career in the arts and luxury sector? Want to know what roles exist in an auction house?
This summer, get up close and personal and hear stories of managers, jewellery specialists, gallerists and more, on how they forged their own career paths. Experience the art & luxury world this summer through our weekly themed programmes, from contemporary art to selling luxury, the auction business and the Classics: Chinese Paintings and Works of Art.
Through lectures, sharings, visits and workshops, we will give participants a clearer view of the career paths and choices for those interested in the arts and luxury sector. Organised around four main themes, study begins with pre-reading material sent on Monday, and teaching from Tuesday to Friday. Students will also be given opportunities to meet industry professionals, visit galleries and institutions, and handle objects. Upon completion, participants will receive a Certificate of Completion, access to Christie’s Education guided CV workshops, and opportunities for guided tours during Christie’s Hong Kong Auction previews.
Suitable for graduating high school students and up, with full time students eligible for 50% off.
Each participant will receive a Christie’s Education tote, notebook and pen, together with a copy of “All Access Art: Christie’s Education Guide to Museums and Galleries in Asia”.
Our goal is to connect you with the art & luxury world and to assist you in your passion and career journey.
We look forward to seeing you in-person in Hong Kong or online!
Learning Objectives
Through our themed programmes, you will:
- Understand the many varied and different career paths in the art and luxury industry
- Meet industry professionals and gain insight into the “day in the life” of specialists, gallerists, business roles
- Receive expert guidance and advice on how to prepare yourself to enter the art and luxury industry
- Experience what it’s like to work in the industry through handling sessions and visits
- Equip yourself with knowledge in different art categories and the current market environment
Any Questions?
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Programme Rundown
Programme Rundown
*Full time students eligible for 50% off course fee
Weekly Themes
- THE AUCTION BUSINESS
English 12-15 July
Mandarin 2-5 August
- ALL ABOUT CONTEMPORARY ART
English 19-22 July
- THE CLASSICS: CHINESE PAINTINGS AND WORKS OF ART
Mandarin 26-29 July
- THE WORLD OF LUXURY
English 9-12 August
Or customise your own career programme with Christie’s Education.
• 2-Day Programme | Tuesday & Wednesday
Careers in the Auction World | English 12-13 July Mandarin 2-3 August
Careers in Contemporary Art English 19-20 July
Careers in Chinese Art Mandarin 26-27 July
Careers in the Luxury Business English 9-10 August
• 1-Day Programme | Thursday
How to Be An Auctioneer | English 14 July Mandarin 4 August
Introduction to Contemporary Art English 21 July
Decoding Masterpieces: Chinese Art Mandarin 28 July
Introduction to Curating English 11 August
• Lectures | Friday PM
Insider’s View of the Global Art Market | English 15 July Mandarin 5 August
In Focus: Female Contemporary Artists English 22 July
A Collector's Journey: Robert Chang Mandarin 29 July
Selling Luxury – Jewellery, Handbags, Watches and Wines English 12 August
Programme Details
THEME: THE AUCTION BUSINESS
English 12-15 July
Mandarin 2-5 August
Careers in the Auction World
English | 12 & 13 July, Tuesday & Wednesday
Mandarin | 2 & 3 August, Tuesday & Wednesday
- Welcome & Introduction
- History and Development of Christie's
- Roles in an Auction House
- Day in the Life of an Art Specialist
- Conversation with Head of Operations
- In Face of Clients: Discussion with Client Advisory
- Case Study: Front of House with Client Services
- The Auction Challenge
How to Be An Auctioneer
English | 14 July, Thursday
Mandarin | 4 August, Thursday
- Welcome and Introduction
- Buying and Selling at Christie's Auction
- Auction Licensing in Different Countries
- Day in the Life of an Auctioneer
- Case Study: Selling Strategies & Psychology of Masterpieces
Insider’s View of the Global Art Market
English | 15 July, Friday | 4:30-6:00pm HKT
Mandarin | 5 August, Friday | 2:30-4:00pm HKT
THEME: ALL ABOUT CONTEMPORARY ART
English 19-22 July
Careers in Contemporary Art
English | 19 & 20 July, Tuesday & Wednesday
- Welcome & Introduction
- The Contemporary Art World Ecosystem
- In Conversation with : Contemporary Art Specialist
- The Contemporary Art Market in Asia
- Day in the Life of a Gallerist
- Opening a Gallery: Conversation
- The Digital World: Art + Tech
- External Visit
Introduction to Contemporary Art
English | 21 July, Thursday
- Welcome and Introduction
- What is Contemporary?
- Movements in Contemporary Art
- Chinese Contemporary Art
- Japanese & Korean Contemporary Art
In Focus: Female Contemporary Artists
English | 22 July, Friday | 4:30-6:00pm HKT
THEME: THE CLASSICS: CHINESE PAINTINGS AND WORKS OF ART
Mandarin 26-29 July
Careers in Chinese Art
Mandarin | 26 & 27 July, Tuesday & Wednesday
- Welcome & Introduction
- Chinese Art Auction Categories
- In Conversation with: Chinese Paintings Specialist
- Handling Session of Chinese Works of Art
- Determinants of Value in Chinese Art
- Appraisal and Valuation Exercise
- External Visit
Decoding Masterpieces: Chinese Art
Mandarin | 28 July, Thursday
- Welcome and Introduction
- Top 10 Chinese Modern Painting Masters
- Brushwork, Composition, Rhythm and Spirit
- Top 10 Chinese Ceramics and Works of Art
- Imperial Taste, Kilns, and Masterpieces from Museums
A Collector’s Journey: Robert Chang
Mandarin | 29 July, Friday | 2:30-4:00pm HKT
THEME: THE WORLD OF LUXURY
English 9-12 August
Careers in the Luxury Business
English | 9 & 10 August, Tuesday & Wednesday
- Welcome & Introduction
- Masterpieces and Auction Records
- Behind the Curtain: Top Jewellery and Watch Brands
- Developing a Career in Jewellery
- Appraising Jewellery Pieces
- Developing a Career in Handbags
- Developing a Market and Appraising Luxury Handbags
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Marketing Luxury at Christie’s
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The Role of Strategic Partnerships
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Developing Fine Wine into a Career
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Developing a Career in Watches
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Determinants of Value and Appraising Watches
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Real Estate in the Luxury Business
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The Auction Challenge
Introduction to Curating
English | 11 August, Thursday
- Welcome and Introduction
- Introduction to Curating
- Case Studies in Curating
- Curating Christie’s Marquee Week Auction
- Creating “The House of Luxury”
- Visiting Villepin: “The Loss of Human Face” Tour
- Curatorial Case Studies at Villepin
Selling Luxury – Jewellery, Handbags, Watches and Wines
English | 12 August, Friday | 4:30-6:00pm HKT
*Schedule and topics are subject to change.
Auction Business
Auction Business
The Auction Business
English | 12-15 July
Mandarin | 2-5 August
With year-on-year auction sales more than doubling to $5.9 billion across major auction houses in the first half of 2021, this demand-driven art market saw almost all categories of art collectibles from masterpieces to NFT's outperform expectations. The first half of 2022 also saw continued demand for emerging artists and fresh works, with a huge surge of millennial collectors together with seasoned collectors driving the market to new heights. Demand in the luxury sector also saw sales of fine wine, vintage watches and jewellery achieve white glove sales and top previous auction records.
Beginning with a 2-day programme Careers in the Auction World, participants will be introduced to the many roles that make up an auction house, understand the interrelationship between department and roles. From finance, law, marketing, to client advisory, client strategy and education, see how all these departments and roles come together to put on expertly curated auctions throughout the year.
In How to Be An Auctioneer, participants will learn about auction dynamics, bidder psychology, auction license requirements around the world, and take part in a mock auction.
The week wraps up with a lecture on Insider's View of the Global Art Market.
Upon completion, participants will receive a Certificate of Completion, access to Christie’s Education guided CV workshops, and opportunities for guided tours during Christie’s Hong Kong Auction previews.
Suitable for graduating high school students and up, with full time students eligible for 50% off. Each participant will receive a Christie’s Education tote, notebook and pen, together with a copy of “All Access Art: Christie’s Education Guide to Museums and Galleries in Asia”.
We look forward to seeing you at The Auction Business in-person in Hong Kong or online!
Careers in the Auction World
English | 12 & 13 July, Tuesday & Wednesday
Mandarin | 2 & 3 August, Tuesday & Wednesday
10:30am - 5:30pm HKT
- Welcome & Introduction
- History and Development of Christie's
- Roles in an Auction House
- Day in the Life of an Art Specialist
- Conversation with Head of Operations
- In Face of Clients: Discussion with Client Advisory
- Case Study: Front of House with Client Services
- The Auction Challenge
How to Be An Auctioneer
English | 14 July, Thursday
Mandarin | 4 August, Thursday
10:30am - 5:30pm HKT
- Welcome and Introduction
- Buying and Selling at Christie's Auction
- Auction Licensing in Different Countries
- Day in the Life of an Auctioneer
- Case Study: Selling Strategies & Psychology of Masterpieces
Insider’s View of the Global Art Market
English | 15 July, Friday | 4:30-6:00pm
Mandarin | 5 August, Friday | 2:30-4:00pm
*Schedule and topics are subject to change.
Contemporary Art
Contemporary Art
All About Contemporary Art
English | 19-22 July
Beginning with a 2-day programme Careers in Contemporary Art, participants will be introduced to the many roles that make up the contemporary art world ecosystem and key dates in the global contemporary art market. Through lectures, conversations and visits, participants will gain insight in the roles and responsibilities of auction specialists, art galleries and curators, and understand the interrelationship between the primary and secondary market. Participants will also examine the impact of social media and digitalization on the production, circulation, and consumption of contemporary artwork. The programme will conclude with a visit to a contemporary art gallery.
In Introduction to Contemporary Art, participants will learn about the development of contemporary art, its many categories, key artists, as well as current trends and themes.
The week wraps up with a lecture on In Focus: Female Contemporary Artists.
Upon completion, participants will receive a Certificate of Completion, access to Christie’s Education guided CV workshops, and opportunities for guided tours during Christie’s Hong Kong Auction previews.
Suitable for graduating high school students and up, with full time students eligible for 50% off. Each participant will receive a Christie’s Education tote, notebook and pen, together with a copy of “All Access Art: Christie’s Education Guide to Museums and Galleries in Asia”.
We look forward to seeing you at All About Contemporary Art in-person in Hong Kong or online!
Careers in Contemporary Art
English | 19 & 20 July, Tuesday & Wednesday
10:30am - 5:30pm HKT
- Welcome & Introduction
- The Contemporary Art World Ecosystem
- In Conversation with : Contemporary Art Specialist
- The Contemporary Art Market in Asia
- Day in the Life of a Gallerist
- Opening a Gallery: Conversation
- The Digital World: Art + Tech
- External Visit
Introduction to Contemporary Art
English | 21 July, Thursday
10:30am - 5:30pm HKT
- Welcome and Introduction
- What is Contemporary?
- Movements in Contemporary Art
- Chinese Contemporary Art
- Japanese & Korean Contemporary Art
In Focus: Female Contemporary Artists
English | 22 July, Friday | 4:30-6:00pm
*Schedule and topics are subject to change.
Chinese Art
Chinese Art
Jointly presented with The Robert Chang Art Education Charitable Foundation
The Classics: Chinese Paintings and Works of Art
Mandarin | 26-29 July
Beginning with a 2-day programme Careers in Chinese Art, participants will be introduced to the many roles that make up the Chinese art world ecosystem, from curators to restorers, auction specialists and dealers. Through lectures, conversations and visits, participants will gain insight in the roles and responsibilities of auction specialists, art galleries and curators, and understand the interrelationship between the primary and secondary market. The programme will conclude with a handling session of Chinese paintings and Works of art at Christie’s Hong Kong.
In Decoding Masterpieces: Chinese Art, participants will learn about key pieces of Chinese Paintings and Works of Art at museums and in private hands, its determinants of value that make them masterpieces.
The week wraps up with a lecture on A Collector's Journey: Robert Chang.
Upon completion, participants will receive a Certificate of Completion, access to Christie’s Education guided CV workshops, and opportunities for guided tours during Christie’s Hong Kong Auction previews.
Suitable for graduating high school students and up, with full time students eligible for 50% off. Each participant will receive a Christie’s Education tote, notebook and pen, together with a copy of “All Access Art: Christie’s Education Guide to Museums and Galleries in Asia”.
We look forward to seeing you at The Classics: Chinese Paintings and Works of Art in-person in Hong Kong or online!
Careers in Chinese Art
Mandarin | 26 & 27 July, Tuesday & Wednesday
10:30am - 5:30pm HKT
- Welcome & Introduction
- Chinese Art Auction Categories
- In Conversation with: Chinese Paintings Specialist
- Handling Session of Chinese Works of Art
- Determinants of Value in Chinese Art
- Appraisal and Valuation Exercise
- External Visit
Decoding Masterpieces: Chinese Art
Mandarin | 28 July, Thursday
10:30am - 5:30pm HKT
- Welcome and Introduction
- Top 10 Chinese Modern Painting Masters
- Brushwork, Composition, Rhythm and Spirit
- Top 10 Chinese Ceramics and Works of Art
- Imperial Taste, Kilns, and Masterpieces from Museums
A Collector’s Journey: Robert Chang
Mandarin | 29 July, Friday | 2:30-4:00pm
*Schedule and topics are subject to change.
Luxury
Luxury
The World of Luxury
English | 9-12 August
Beginning with a 2-day programme Careers in the Luxury Business, participants will be introduced to roles in high jewellery, watches, fine wines, handbags and real estate. With a focus on an the overall luxury market, participants will learn about the main luxury brands that dominate the primary market, it’s synergies with the secondary market, hallmarks of masterpieces and the unique vintage market. Seasoned specialists and dealers will share firsthand knowledge of the market, insights into collectors tastes, and the longevity of well-provenanced pieces. The programme will conclude with a handling session of jewellery and watches.
In Introduction to Curating, we will go through the processes of curating a luxury exhibition, from idea to set up, wall colour to showcases. In the afternoon, we will visit an institution in Hong Kong to better understand different curating and presentation styles.
The week wraps up with a lecture on Selling Luxury – Watches, Wines, Jewellery & Handbags.
Upon completion, participants will receive a Certificate of Completion, access to Christie’s Education guided CV workshops, and opportunities for guided tours during Christie’s Hong Kong Auction previews.
Suitable for graduating high school students and up, with full time students eligible for 50% off. Each participant will receive a Christie’s Education tote, notebook and pen, together with a copy of “All Access Art: Christie’s Education Guide to Museums and Galleries in Asia”.
We look forward to seeing you at The World of Luxury in-person in Hong Kong or online!
Careers in the Luxury Business
English | 9 & 10 August, Tuesday & Wednesday
- Welcome & Introduction
- Masterpieces and Auction Records
- Behind the Curtain: Top Jewellery and Watch Brands
- Developing a Career in Jewellery
- Appraising Jewellery Pieces
- Developing a Career in Handbags
- Developing a Market and Appraising Luxury Handbags
-
Marketing Luxury at Christie’s
-
The Role of Strategic Partnerships
-
Developing Fine Wine into a Career
-
Developing a Career in Watches
-
Determinants of Value and Appraising Watches
-
Real Estate in the Luxury Business
-
The Auction Challenge
Introduction to Curating
English | 11 August, Thursday
- Welcome and Introduction
- Introduction to Curating
- Case Studies in Curating
- Curating Christie’s Marquee Week Auction
- Creating “The House of Luxury”
- Visiting Villepin: “The Loss of Human Face” Tour
- Curatorial Case Studies at Villepin
Selling Luxury – Jewellery, Handbags, Watches and Wines
English | 12 August, Friday | 4:30-6:00pm
*Schedule and topics are subject to change.
Speakers
Speakers
Sara Mao
Director
Christie’s Education Asia Pacific
Sara Mao is the Director for Christie’s Education in Asia Pacific, overseeing the development of programmes and partnerships across Hong Kong, China, and South East Asia. Sara joined Christie’s in 2008 and was appointed Specialist Head of Sale for Chinese Modern Paintings in 2015, and then as Director for Christie’s Education in 2018.
Sara has curated over ten seasons of auctions for some of the most iconic paintings in the field of Chinese paintings, nurturing client relationships with seasoned collectors and new buyers, and leading the growth of the category through securing consignments globally for auction and private sales. She was responsible for spearheading record-breaking sales of Fu Baoshi’s The Song of the Pipa Player for HKD204.8 million, and Zhang Daqian’s Ancient Temples Amidst Clouds for HKD102.4 million, in 2017.
Bringing her specialist experience to education, she currently leads programmes in Asian Art, Art Business and Luxury Connoisseurship, with a focus on Women Artists and Art & Tech. She was the curator for Christie’s Art + Tech Summit “Mixed Realities” in 2019, and co-convenor for Christie’s Education’s first online academic conference “The Chinese Art Market”, in 2020.
Sara is also an auctioneer for Christie’s, supporting numerous charity auctions including Save the Children, Ronald McDonald House, Make a Wish Foundation, The National Kidney Foundation (SNG), and others.
After receiving her B.A. in Philosophy & English Literature at the University of York (UK), Sara acquired her Graduate Diploma in Law from BPP Law School (UK) and a Master of Letters in History of Art and Connoisseurship, with a concentration in Chinese art, from Christie’s Education and the University of Glasgow.
Yi Gao
Programme Lead
Christie’s Education Asia Pacific
As Programme Lead of Christie’s Education Asia Pacific, Yi is responsible for developing course curricula and programme content, as well as supporting teaching, studying and recruitment. Prior to joining Christie’s, she completed her M.A. in Art, Law and Business, awarded jointly by Christie’s Education London and University of Glasgow College of Arts.
Yi is a qualified attorney licensed to practice in New York and practiced corporate and capital markets law at the global law firm of Kirkland & Ellis. She holds a B.A. in Law from Beijing Foreign Studies University and L.L.M. from New York University School of Law. Yi has studied and worked in Beijing, Hong Kong, New York, Washington D.C. and London, and is fluent in English, Mandarin and Cantonese.
Liang-Lin Chen
Senior Specialist Head of Sale
Christie’s Hong Kong
Lin began her career at Christie’s Chinese Ceramics and Works of Art department in 2010, first in Hong Kong before joining the New York office. She holds a Bachelor of Sciences degree in Biology from Cornell University with minors in business and nutritional studies, and a Master degree in Arts of China from Christie’s Education, London. A native of Taipei, Taiwan, Lin is fluent in Mandarin Chinese and served as a docent at the National Palace Museum in Taipei.
Jerry Chang
Associate Specialist
Christie’s Hong Kong
Jerry Chang started his career in luxury hotels after acquiring his master degree of hospitality management in Miami. After working for W hotel in Miami and Four Seasons Hotel in New York, Jerry stepped into the world of luxury retail with sophisticated client service experiences in London. Prior to joining Christie’s Hong Kong, Jerry has been a sales person for multiple luxury brands, including Burberry, Panerai and Hermes.
Henry Cheng
Client Relationship Manager
Christie’s Hong Kong
Henry was born in Hong Kong and was graduated from The University of Hong Kong with a Bachelor of Arts degree. Prior to joining Christie’s, he was a relationship manager at Citibank covering high-net-worth and ultra-high-net-worth clients.
Henry joined Christie’s in 2018 and have since been committed to developing multi-category interest of clients in art and luxury. Throughout the client journey, Henry would offer advice from collecting to consigning and ensure that clients are able to build up a collection that lives up to their aspirations. In addition, Henry also works closely with a number of business partners to cultivate interest of prospective collectors and bring in new clients for the company.
