Art Historian - Working conditions
Toi Tumu Kōrero
Working Conditions
Art historians typically work in offices, museums, or galleries. They may travel around New Zealand and overseas to conduct research and attend conferences, exhibitions and art auctions.
James Blackie checking an artwork in an exhibition
James Blackie storing paintings in the stockroom
Equipment
Equipment art historians may use includes:
- computers
- art books and journals
- cameras
- light tables and slide projectors.
Hours
Art historians usually work regular office hours.
Contact with people
Art historians may work as part of a team, or work independently when doing research.
They may have contact with a wide variety of people including:
- artists
- art dealers and collectors
- other art historians
- art gallery and museum curators
- students
- the public.
Updated
June 2009
