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Contemporary Art & Architecture School in Venice, Italy

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The European Cultural Academy in Venice, Italy offers contemporary art, architecture & design summer, spring and fall courses for international participants of all backgrounds who have with an interest in creative arts, architecture and culture.

All courses are taught in English, and provide the opportunity to greatly enhance your knowledge and advance your career in architecture, art, design and other creative industries.

Morning classes take place in historic palazzos located in the centre of Venice. Topics include European Art History; Art, Architecture and Venice; Art and Business, European Fashion, Art criticism, Exhibition creation.

Students spend afternoons visiting galleries, artist studios and Venice Biennale - known as The Art World's Olympics.


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Photo of Contemporary Art & Architecture School in Venice, Italy Art exhibition in one of our palazzo's during Venice Art Biennale. 


 

Image of European Cultural Academy - Contemporary Art, Architecture & Design Courses Grande Canal in Venice with on the right side one of our Palazzos, Palazzo Bembo.


 

Photos of European Cultural Academy - Contemporary Art, Architecture & Design Courses International symposium at the European Cultural Centre.


 

Picture of European Cultural Academy - Contemporary Art, Architecture & Design Courses Exhibition in one of our gardens at Palazzo Mora.


 

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School / Office Address: Palazzo Mora, 3659 Strada Nuova, 30121
Venice
Italy
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