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The Tbilisi Public Art Fund's educational program is dynamic and multifaceted, designed to foster collaborations between various cultural and educational entities in the city. Its goal is to bring together diverse groups such as art educators, cultural workers, independent initiatives, and local communities to form new connections and strengthen existing relationships. This approach helps create a broader dialogue around public art, its relevance, and its impact on the urban landscape of Tbilisi.
The program is closely linked to the specific public art projects that the institution implements. Activities include educational and creative events that take place in public spaces and across different districts of Tbilisi. These events not only offer an opportunity to learn about and discuss winning art projects but also serve as standalone educational experiences. This dual approach—integrating project-related insights with independent educational goals—ensures that the program has both immediate relevance and long-term educational value.
The educational projects are developed in collaboration with experts from various fields, such as researchers, curators, and artists. They are inclusive, catering to a wide audience that spans from preschool children to adults, including university students and professionals in the art world. This broad audience base underscores the organisation’s commitment to providing art education for all age groups and experience levels.
A key aspect of the program is its focus on urban issues that are vital to the city of Tbilisi. These include public infrastructure, transportation, professional and artistic literature, and architecture. By engaging with these topics, the educational activities connect art with the city’s development and daily life, making art a vehicle for civic discourse and urban planning.
Moreover, the program emphasizes the importance of promoting discussions about public art in both formal educational settings, such as schools and universities, and informal spaces like community gatherings or public forums. The dissemination and translation of literature related to the city and the arts is particularly vital, as it expands access to knowledge and encourages deeper engagement with Tbilisi’s cultural and artistic life. The educational program thus plays a crucial role in making public art more accessible, while also fostering intellectual debate and encouraging critical thinking about the role of art in public spaces.
The program is closely linked to the specific public art projects that the institution implements. Activities include educational and creative events that take place in public spaces and across different districts of Tbilisi. These events not only offer an opportunity to learn about and discuss winning art projects but also serve as standalone educational experiences. This dual approach—integrating project-related insights with independent educational goals—ensures that the program has both immediate relevance and long-term educational value.
The educational projects are developed in collaboration with experts from various fields, such as researchers, curators, and artists. They are inclusive, catering to a wide audience that spans from preschool children to adults, including university students and professionals in the art world. This broad audience base underscores the organisation’s commitment to providing art education for all age groups and experience levels.
A key aspect of the program is its focus on urban issues that are vital to the city of Tbilisi. These include public infrastructure, transportation, professional and artistic literature, and architecture. By engaging with these topics, the educational activities connect art with the city’s development and daily life, making art a vehicle for civic discourse and urban planning.
Moreover, the program emphasizes the importance of promoting discussions about public art in both formal educational settings, such as schools and universities, and informal spaces like community gatherings or public forums. The dissemination and translation of literature related to the city and the arts is particularly vital, as it expands access to knowledge and encourages deeper engagement with Tbilisi’s cultural and artistic life. The educational program thus plays a crucial role in making public art more accessible, while also fostering intellectual debate and encouraging critical thinking about the role of art in public spaces.
