Mastering The Art Of Collecting - Julio Mejia

Activity
EDAMCC: WINTER 2025|#7304

Feb 22, 2025 - Oct 25, 2025
21 yrs +, Mixed
Visual ArtsAdult

Description

Class meets third week of each month through October 2025 at various times, dates, and location.

In this immersive course, students will learn through lecture, field trips to local art galleries, and artist studio visits the insights to collecting, navigating, building, and managing an art collection from esteem art collector and painter Julio Mejia.


Class Outline:

Art Market Trends and Insights

Overview of current trends in the art market

Discussion on the factors influencing art prices

Exploration of emerging artists and art movements


Navigating Art Auctions

Understanding the auction process and terminology

Strategies for researching and selecting artworks at auctions

Tips for bidding effectively and managing auction transactions


Art Authenticity and Provenance

Importance of provenance and authentication in art collecting

Examination of various authentication methods: scientific, stylistic, historical, etc.

Case studies of famous art forgeries and how to avoid them


Building and Managing an Art Collection

Developing a collecting strategy and defining collecting goals

Assessing and documenting artwork condition and value

Practical advice on preserving, insuring, and displaying art


Julio Mejia, an esteemed art collector with a wealth of experience and knowledge in the field, will lead this class and provide valuable insights based on his extensive expertise. For more information about Julio Mejia visit www.juliomejia.com


Activity meeting dates

Class meets monthly through October 2025 at various times, dates, and location.

More Information

SupervisorTae Earl Jackson
Number of sessions9
DepartmentEmma Darnell AMCC

Registration dates

MembersDec 10, 2024 10:00 AM to Sep 20, 2025 11:59 PM
Resident non-membersDec 10, 2024 10:00 AM to Sep 20, 2025 11:59 PM
Non-resident non-membersDec 10, 2024 10:00 AM to Sep 20, 2025 11:59 PM
13 openings remaining
Notes
Class meets monthly through October 2025 at various times, dates, and location. Transportation not provided for field trips, gallery or studio visits.

First class meeting day and time to be provided at a future date.