Spring 2021 Education Programs
Al Riwaq Art Space announces a new round of applications for its Spring 2021 education programs. The two courses for this round of applications are Ways of Seeing: Foundations of Art History and NEXUS. Below are the details on each course and links to each of the two application forms. The deadline for both applications is January 25th, 2021.
1. Ways of Seeing: Foundations of Art History
Dates: February 9th - March 16th, 2021 (Every Tuesday)
Time: 18.00 - 21.00
Location: Yateem Centre
About
The course will run once a week for six weeks from February 9th - March 16th, 2021 in Yateem Centre. The course targets individuals with limited background in art history, with the objective of introducing key ideas that have guided the trajectory of global art histories from ancient times to the present age. The course seeks to familiarize art enthusiasts with various approaches to analyzing artistic narratives and discussing works of art.
Throughout the course, there will be several links connecting historical discourse to MENA art production, enabling participants to dissect with a critical eye. At the end of the six week period, participants will develop a vocabulary and methodology to discuss art. The goal of this course is to empower the participants by deepening their understanding of artworks that may seem intimidating and to experience art in a reflective way.
Eligibility
Bahrain-based participants with a general interest in the arts are welcome to apply. The seminars will be limited to a maximum of 14 participants so as to facilitate individualized attention. Al Riwaq Art Space is committed to ensuring that equal opportunities are given to all participants from Bahrain.
A basic ability to communicate in English is required in order to engage with selected readings and conversations. Participants aged 17 and over are welcome to apply. During the process of selecting the participants, Al Riwaq will give priority to applicants with an interest in the local arts scene, such as collectors, art enthusiasts, and creatives who will contribute to the dialogue of the course.
LINK FOR "WAYS OF SEEING: FOUNDATIONS OF ART HISTORY" APPLICATION
2. NEXUS
Dates: February 6th - April 24th, 2021 (Every Saturday)
Time: 10.00 - 14.00
Location: Yateem Centre
About
Al Riwaq Art Space announces an open call for applications to participate in its second edition of the NEXUS art education program.
The course targets artists and cultural practitioners, to provide a platform for developing their practice. The course will address the issue of “Reading, Unpacking, and Rewriting Global Art Histories.” NEXUS will include a broad survey of global currents in the arts throughout the 20th century and into the present day. This 3-month series of lectures, assignments, and mentorship opportunities aims to equip participants with a knowledge of conceptual currents in modern and contemporary art, aspects of critical theory, and a wide range of art-historical approaches.
The 2021 NEXUS program will include weekly meetings, studio and exhibition visits. There will also be an embedded 1-on-1 mentorship for participants interested in developing a personal art or research project.
NEXUS encourages a diverse group of participants from different disciplines and is not limited to visual artists. Architects, curators, writers, musicians, performers, graphic designers, designers are all welcome.
Eligibility
Bahrain-based participants with a general interest in the arts are welcome to apply. The seminars will be limited to a maximum of 14 participants so as to facilitate individualized attention. Al Riwaq Art Space is committed to ensuring that equal opportunities are given to all participants from Bahrain.
A basic ability to communicate in English is required in order to engage with selected readings and conversations. Participants aged 17 and over are welcome to apply. During the process of selecting the participants, Al Riwaq will give priority to applicants with an interest in the local arts scene, such as collectors, art enthusiasts, and creatives who will contribute to the dialogue of the course.
