Art Translation Services
Artist Bio and Website Localization
Take your art to the international stage with professionally translated biographies and localized websites.
Services include:
- Artist statements and biographies.
- Personal and professional website localization.
- Exhibition descriptions for online portfolios.
Exhibition and Catalogue Translation
Bring your exhibitions to life with expertly translated catalogues and supporting materials. I ensure that your curatorial vision and artistic narrative remain intact across languages.
Services Include:
- Press releases and curatorial essays.
- Info panels and wall texts.
- Reviews and exhibition catalogues.
Museums and Cultural Institutions
Make your collections and exhibitions accessible to a global audience with professional translations designed for museums and cultural institutions. Inclusive, culturally sensitive, and accurate, these services ensure that your materials resonate with a diverse audience.
Services Include:
- Exhibition materials and wall texts.
- Audioguides and multimedia content.
- Websites, educational resources, marketing content and publications.
Art Blog and Editorial Translation
Reach global audiences with expertly translated art blogs, reviews, and editorials. I will maintain the clarity, cultural nuance, and professional tone of your content, ensuring it resonates with both specialists and broader audiences.
Services Include:
- Blog posts for cultural and art websites.
- Art criticism and reviews.
- Editorials and opinion pieces on art and culture.
Subtitle and Script Translation
Bring your art and cultural multimedia projects to global audiences with precise and culturally sensitive subtitle and script translation. I combine linguistic expertise, technical proficiency with subtitling software, and a deep understanding of artistic intent to ensure your content resonates across languages and cultures.
Services Include:
- Subtitle translation for art and cultural films.
- Script localization for videos and promotional material.
- Video art localization to preserve artistic vision and intent.
- Adaptation of cultural references for international audiences.
Audio Guide Localization
Create an engaging and accessible experience with professionally translated audio guides tailored for museums, galleries, city tours, and more. I specialize in translating scripts that combine clarity, cultural relevance, and storytelling appeal, ensuring your message resonates with diverse audiences.
Services Include:
- Museum and gallery audio guide scripts.
- City tour and walking tour scripts.
- Kid-friendly and family-focused audio guide translations.
Editorial and Academic Translation
Achieve your publishing and academic goals with precise and fluent translations. From non-fiction art books to scholarly essays and research papers, I provide expert translation services tailored to meet the highest standards of publishers and academic institutions.
Services Include:
- Non-fiction art books for publishers.
- Academic essays and theses.
- Research papers, journal articles, and conference presentations.
Editing and Post-Production Services
Refine and perfect your content with professional editing and proofreading services.
Services Include:
- Editing and proofreading.
- Post-machine translation editing (PMTE).
- Desktop publishing (DTP) for multilingual documents.
Art translation calls for a deep understanding of language, culture, and artistic expression.
It’s not just about converting words from one language to another but about ensuring that meaning, nuance, and artistic intent remain intact.
Effective art translation demands:
- In-depth knowledge of art and its terminology: Without an understanding of the subject matter, the result can be unclear or stripped of its intended meaning.
- Cultural and historical awareness: A successful translation considers the context and references that may be obvious in one culture but unfamiliar in another, ensuring the text is fully understandable for a global audience.
- Adaptation skills: Translators often face the challenge of finding equivalent expressions and culturally relevant terms while retaining the original’s emotional and thematic depth.
As an art translator, my role is to bridge these gaps.
Whether translating artist biographies, exhibition catalogues, museum guides, or academic papers, I strive to maintain the original work’s dynamic potential—its emotional, thematic, and linguistic scope—while rendering it approachable and engaging for readers in a different language.
All translation and localization services are available in the following language pairs:
English → Italian (EN-IT)
Italian → English (IT-EN)
Chinese → Italian (ZH-IT)
Chinese → English (ZH-EN)
French → Italian (FR-IT)
French → English (FR-EN)
Hi there!
My name is Valeria, and I’m a translator, writer, and art educator.
I hold a BA in Sculpture and an MA in Fine Arts from the Central Academy of Fine Arts (CAFA) in Beijing, where I also worked as an art teacher and curriculum developer for almost ten years.
After relocating to Italy in 2020, I now focus on art translation, copywriting, and educational content creation. I’m also the owner and creator of Art Sprouts, an online platform, where I share my experience in art education and Reggio-inspired learning.
Tell Me About Your Project
Every project is unique, and I’d love to hear about yours.
Whether you’re looking for translation, copywriting, or educational content creation, use the form below to share the details or request a personalized quote.
You can also write to me directly at valeria@thearttranslator.com. I strive to reply within 48 hours and am happy to answer any questions or provide advice tailored to your needs.
Let’s collaborate to make your vision a reality—I look forward to hearing from you!