Drawing on current thinking in creative pedagogy and experimental learning, the Education Lab offers an interactive space for new ideas and working methods. Peer-led development sessions began in April between MA Art Production students at University of Barcelona and BA Primary and Infant Teaching students at University of the Balearic Islands. Zoom and physical sessions were centered around masterclasses from the exhibition’s artist selection, allowing for first-hand professional practice and critical thinking between both cohorts. Part of the project also included the opportunity for the Barcelona-based MA students to be in residence in Mahon, allowing for cultural visits in the area and formative sessions at the gallery with the team. Learning as a group off site, putting their knowledge into action and reflection, as well as deepening their understanding of the rich history and significance of Illa del Rei.

The outcome will be an interactive Education Lab, comprising the intellectual journey of the participants, demonstrating their methods of interpretation of the exhibition—it will provide opportunities for interaction and making so that every visitor can take part and invites a wide range of voices and communities to participate throughout the season.

The Education Lab is part of Hauser & Wirth’s commitment to inclusive learning programs that instigate a dialogue between art, artists and diverse audiences. Located at our galleries in Menorca, Somerset and Downtown Los Angeles each Education Lab is a collaboration with a local community group, school or university.