ArtTactic: Recent Episodes
ArtTactic
The ArtTactic Podcast, the leading podcast on the art market, covers a wide range of topics from art investment to general topics about the global art market industry. Each episode features an in-depth interview with a key art market figure.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, host Adam Green is joined by Tim Schneider, journalist and founder of The Gray Market, and Anders Petterson, founder of ArtTactic, to analyze the global auction market’s strong rebound in the first half of 2026. They discuss how major single-owner collections and high-value Impressionist and Modern works drove the headline growth, why the broader art market still feels more subdued, and what the decline in younger artists at auction reveals about today’s more selective collecting environment. The conversation also explores the rise of online-only auctions, the expanding importance of watches and other luxury collectibles, the differing strategies of Christie’s, Sotheby’s, and Phillips, and what the second half of the year may hold for buyers and consignors.
In this week’s episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, host Adam Green speaks with Martin Wilson, CEO of Phillips, about the auction house’s strong first-half results and his first 18 months leading the company. They discuss the broader recovery in the auction market, Phillips’ significant year-on-year growth, and the remarkable expansion of its watches business. Martin also explains how initiatives including Priority Bidding and Drop Shop are bringing innovation to the traditional auction model, attracting new and younger collectors, and shaping Phillips’ strategy as the company looks toward the second half of 2026.
In this week’s episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, host Adam Green is joined by Greta Scarpa and Chimère Cissé, co-founders of STELLA, an international community created to strengthen the presence, visibility, and influence of women collectors in the art world. Greta and Chimère discuss what inspired them to launch STELLA, what they felt was missing for women collectors around access, community, and visibility, and how the alliance is helping collectors support one another both during major art world moments and throughout the year. They also share their perspectives on how women collectors are shaping the art world through patronage, philanthropy, support for underrepresented artists, and long-term cultural impact, as well as the upcoming STELLA Report, produced in collaboration with ArtTactic, which aims to establish a global benchmark study focused specifically on women collectors.
In this week’s episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, host Adam Green is joined by Elisa Carollo, arts reporter for Observer, to recap Art Basel Switzerland 2026. Fresh from reporting in Basel, Elisa shares her perspective on a fair that reflected the broader mood of the art market: cautious, selective, but still active at the highest levels. Adam and Elisa discuss where buyers showed confidence, how the energy compared between blue-chip secondary market material and younger primary market presentations, and what sales at the fair may signal following a stronger-than-expected May auction season. They also look beyond the main fair to Liste, where younger galleries and more accessible price points offered a different view of market activity, and consider whether the growing presence of Art Basel Paris has changed the role of Basel week. The conversation also touches on standout exhibitions and presentations around the city, and what this year’s fair may suggest for the rest of the 2026 art market.
In this week’s episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, host Adam Green speaks with Will Jarvis, Founder and CEO of Gertrude, a contemporary art platform and mobile app that directly connects emerging and independent artists with art buyers, and co-founder of the London gallery The Sunday Painter. Will discusses how Gertrude works, why he believes the current art world landscape has created opportunities for new models, and how the platform aims to support artists who may not have traditional gallery representation. He also shares his perspective on the challenges facing younger galleries, smaller galleries, and rising artists, as well as the barriers that can prevent new collectors from entering the art market. Together, Adam and Will explore what it would take for the art world to become more open and accessible, and how platforms like Gertrude can provide collectors with access, context, and confidence while helping artists build visibility and sustainable careers.
In this week’s episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, host Adam Green is joined by Judd Tully, independent art journalist, to recap the major May New York auctions, where more than $2 billion worth of art was sold. While the headline numbers suggest renewed strength in the art market, Judd explains why the story is more nuanced, with the season defined by an extraordinary concentration of estates, major collections, and historically important works. Adam and Judd discuss how the sales performed overall, whether the results point to a broader market recovery or were driven by exceptional consignments, what the heavy use of guarantees reveals about confidence and risk, and what the mood of the market feels like as the art world turns to London and Art Basel.
In this week’s episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, host Adam Green is joined by Christine Messineo, Director of Americas for Frieze, ahead of Frieze New York. As New York’s May art week gets underway, Christine shares her perspective on the mood surrounding this year’s fair and the broader art market. Adam and Christine discuss what galleries are looking for when they commit to a major fair, how Frieze New York fits into the city’s busy cultural calendar, and the strengths and challenges of its home at The Shed. They also explore how Frieze supports younger galleries, the continued evolution of EXPO Chicago under Frieze ownership, and what visitors can look forward to discovering at this year’s edition of Frieze New York.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, host Adam Green is joined by Jori Finkel, a Los Angeles-based journalist who writes for The New York Times and The Art Newspaper, to discuss the highly anticipated new building at the Los Angeles County Museum of Art. Designed by Peter Zumthor, the project has been years in the making and has generated significant attention across the art world. Jori recently visited the museum and published an in-depth review, and in this conversation she shares her perspective on the experience of the new galleries, the vision behind the building, and how it compares to traditional museum models. They also explore the broader response from critics and the public, place LACMA within the context of Los Angeles’s rapidly evolving art scene, and consider what impact the museum’s transformation could have on the city’s cultural landscape moving forward.
On this week’s episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, host Adam Green speaks with Callum Hale-Thomson, founder of First Thursday, a platform that helps galleries turn collector interactions into lasting relationships and drive sales. They discuss First Thursday’s recently released AI in Galleries Report, which offers a data-backed look at how galleries around the world are engaging with artificial intelligence. The conversation explores what motivated the report and how it was developed, key findings including the high level of AI adoption among gallery professionals, and the most common ways these tools are being used in practice. They also examine important questions around client confidentiality and data security, how gallery staff feel about integrating AI into their workflows, and why concerns around job displacement may be less pronounced in the art world. Finally, they look ahead to how AI could further shape the gallery landscape and what dealers should be paying attention to in the years to come.
On this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, host Adam Green speaks with Valentina Castellani, adjunct professor at NYU Steinhardt and author of Trading Beauty: Art Market Histories from the Altar to the Gallery, Castellani challenges the long-held idea that art and money exist in separate worlds, tracing how commerce has shaped the production and circulation of art from the Middle Ages to the present day. The conversation explores influential figures such as the pioneering Impressionist dealer Paul Durand-Ruel and the legendary partnership of Leo Castelli and Ileana Sonnabend, while also examining Castellani’s own experience working at Gagosian and organizing major historical exhibitions typically associated with museums. Together they discuss how the roles of galleries, museums, artists, and dealers have evolved over time and what the changing dynamics of representation, social media, and artist autonomy may mean for the future of the art market.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, host Adam Green speaks with James Cope, founder of James Cope Gallery and the Dallas Invitational, which returns April 16-18 at the Rosewood Mansion on Turtle Creek. As art fairs become increasingly expensive and galleries grow more selective about where they participate, the Dallas Invitational offers an alternative model with lower participation costs and a more intimate setting. Cope discusses the origins of the fair, the thinking behind its careful and measured growth, and why the hotel format has resonated with both galleries and collectors. They also talk about the importance of the Rosewood Mansion as a venue, how the Dallas collector base has responded to the fair, and the recent expansion of the Invitational model to London during Frieze week.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, host Adam Green speaks with Will Korner, Head of Fairs at TEFAF, following the conclusion of TEFAF Maastricht and ahead of TEFAF New York this May. Known for its unparalleled breadth, TEFAF offers a unique art fair experience where visitors can encounter everything from Old Master paintings and antiquities to historic jewelry and cutting edge contemporary art all within a single fair. Adam and Will discuss what makes TEFAF Maastricht such a distinctive event in today’s crowded art fair landscape, how the latest edition performed commercially, the role contemporary art now plays within the fair, why TEFAF has largely avoided the conversation around art fair fatigue, and what collectors and visitors can look forward to when TEFAF New York opens this spring.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, host Adam Green speaks with Drew Watson, Managing Director and Head of Art Services at Bank of America, about the first-ever US Art Market Report produced in collaboration with ArtTactic. Together, they unpack how the report uniquely combines auction data with proprietary collector spending insights to offer a more complete picture of the art market. Drew explains why US auction sales surged 23.1% in 2025 despite broader perceptions of a downturn, and how both narratives can coexist. The conversation also explores New York’s growing dominance, now accounting for nearly 70% of global auction sales, as well as the remarkable outperformance of women artists over the past decade. Finally, they look ahead to 2026, discussing the economic signals, from interest rates to wealth creation, that could shape the next phase of the art market.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, host Adam Green speaks with Angelle Siyang-Le, Director of Art Basel Hong Kong, ahead of the fair’s 2026 edition opening on March 25. After a period of rapid growth during and immediately following the pandemic, the Chinese art market began to soften in 2021 alongside broader economic challenges. As the region prepares for its most important art market event of the year, Adam and Angelle discuss the current state of the market in China, whether signs of renewed confidence are emerging, and how Art Basel Hong Kong fits within an increasingly competitive landscape of art fairs across Asia. They also preview what to expect at this year’s fair, including how galleries are feeling heading into the week, notable presentations to watch, and the Asia debut of Art Basel’s digital art initiative, Zero 10.
This year marks the 20th anniversary of the Artist’s Resale Right in the UK, the royalty that allows artists and their estates to receive compensation when their works are resold. Since its introduction in 2006, ARR has generated significant income for artists while also sparking ongoing debate about who truly benefits and how it affects the art market. To explore its impact and evolution, host Adam Green speaks with Christian Zimmermann, CEO of DACS (the Design and Artists Copyright Society), the organization responsible for collecting and distributing resale royalties to visual artists and their beneficiaries in the UK. In the conversation, Christian explains how the Artist’s Resale Right works in practice, the history and policy context behind its adoption, and how the art world responded at the time. They discuss common misconceptions about resale royalties, examine the evidence around who benefits most from them, and consider how resale royalty legislation has spread globally over the past two decades, as well as whether the framework may need to evolve to reflect today’s increasingly international art market.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, host Adam Green is joined by Margaret Carrigan, News Editor at Artnet News, to unpack the inaugural edition of Art Basel Qatar. Drawing on her reporting, Margaret discusses why a Middle East fair makes strategic sense for Art Basel at this moment, how galleries and insiders approached the week with a mix of excitement and uncertainty, and what it actually felt like to experience a smaller, more curated fair format without traditional booths. The conversation explores whether the fair’s structure allowed for deeper engagement with artists, how sales ultimately played out, and the role of Qatari institutions as buyers. Stepping back, the episode considers the bigger takeaway from this first edition and whether Art Basel Qatar feels like an immediate success or a fair that will need time to develop and find its footing.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, host Adam Green takes a closer look at Art SG, one of the few major art fairs to kick off the global calendar each January, and examines how Singapore’s art market continues to evolve within the broader Asian ecosystem. Joined by Vivienne Chow, London correspondent and co-author of The Asia Pivot for Artnet News, they discuss how this year’s edition of the fair performed, the makeup of the exhibitor list, and what it reveals about shifting gallery strategies in Asia. The conversation also explores Singapore’s growing role as a regional hub, the recent influx of wealth, and what these dynamics mean for collectors, galleries, and the future of the market in Southeast Asia.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, host Adam Green sits down with Adam M. Levine, Director and CEO of the Toledo Museum of Art, to discuss one of the most innovative strategies a U.S. museum has taken in recent years: selectively guaranteeing artworks at auction. Levine explains how the idea emerged, how his background in both curatorial practice and the art market shaped the approach, and what it took to bring colleagues, patrons, and the board along. He breaks down how auction guarantees work, how the strategy has played out in practice, what Toledo has learned from the works it has guaranteed and acquired, and how meaningful the additional revenue has been at a time when museums are facing serious funding pressures. The conversation also explores whether this model could realistically be adopted by other museums.
In this week’s episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, host Adam Green is joined by Tim Schneider, founder of The Gray Market. The conversation looks back at how Tim’s 2025 art market predictions played out before turning to his newly released forecasts for 2026, including the persistence of what Tim calls “art market dysmorphia” as galleries simultaneously expand and contract, and why auction houses may generate far more revenue from categories like wine and spirits than from young contemporary art. Adam and Tim also discuss whether brands like Frieze or Art Basel could extend beyond the fair model into other sectors, as well as the growing possibility of US museums financially guaranteeing works at auction. The episode concludes with Adam and Tim each sharing a special ArtTactic Podcast exclusive prediction for the art market in 2026.
In this special end-of-year episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, host Adam Green is joined by Brian Boucher, senior market reporter at ARTnews, to unpack one of the most confounding years the art market has seen in recent memory. Building on Boucher’s recent ARTnews article in which he described the year as “the year the art market stopped making sense,” the conversation explores the sharp contrasts between record-setting auction sales and softer performances elsewhere, the wildly different energy levels across major art fairs and what the wave of gallery closures might signal about deeper structural pressures in the gallery model. They also dig into the rise of increasingly fragmented micro-markets driven by individual artists and career stages, and why this makes it so difficult to draw broad conclusions about the market as a whole. The episode closes with a forward-looking discussion on how collectors, galleries, and auction houses are feeling as they head into 2026, and whether cautious optimism may finally be taking hold.
In this week’s episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, host Adam Green speaks with Andrea Crane, cofounder of 291 Agency, about the rise of the artist agent and why this role has become increasingly relevant in today’s art world. Andrea reflects on her early career at Gagosian and her long-standing relationship with Cecily Brown, which led her to become one of the first agents in the contemporary art world at a time when this model was still highly uncommon. The conversation explores the founding of 291 Agency, how artist agencies work alongside galleries, and the broader cultural shift around artist and brand partnerships.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, host Adam Green speaks with Sarah Douglas, editor-in-chief of ARTnews and Art in America, to recap Art Basel Miami and assess where the art market stands at the end of 2025. They discuss the fair’s redesigned floor plan, the renewed momentum that began in London and Paris this fall, and how that energy shaped expectations heading into Miami. Sarah shares her take on how the fair performed from a sales perspective and which artworks and transactions generated the most attention. Adam and Sarah also consider the shifting global fair landscape, including the growing influence of Basel Paris on both Basel Switzerland and Basel Miami. They reflect on how collector travel patterns are evolving, why sentiment can feel different depending on where one is standing, and what Miami might reveal about the year ahead. The conversation concludes with a discussion of the Zero 10 section, including Beeple’s headline grabbing presentation and why this area of the fair sparked mixed reactions among dealers and visitors.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, host Adam Green speaks with artist Beeple as Art Basel Miami Beach approaches its 2025 edition. Beeple discusses what it was like to experience the explosive rise of NFTs from the inside, how the digital art market has matured since that initial boom, and whether collectors, curators, and institutions are now engaging with the medium in a more thoughtful and sustainable way. The conversation also explores Art Basel’s new Zero 10 section, a long-term commitment to presenting digital art, Beeple’s involvement in shaping its debut, the evolving role of galleries for digital artists, and a preview of the new work he will show in Miami.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, host Adam Green speaks with Lydia Figes, author of Survival Notes: Life Lessons from Contemporary Artists, about her wide-ranging conversations with artists and what they reveal about how artists truly live and work today. They discuss why she wrote the book, what surprised her most about how artists navigate the contemporary art world, the changing role of art school, the power of mentorship and peer networks, the tension between solitude and community, and the core questions every aspiring artist should be asking. The episode offers valuable insight not only for artists, but for collectors, curators, gallerists, and anyone who wants a deeper understanding of the lived experiences shaping today’s art world.
As the art world gears up for Art Basel Miami Beach, host Adam Green speaks with Bridget Finn, the fair’s director, about what to expect from this year’s edition. Bridget shares her perspective on the energy heading into Miami Art Week and how the city’s rapid growth and expanding cultural landscape are shaping the fair. She also addresses some of the biggest conversations happening in the art world today, including the pressures galleries face around the rising costs of art fairs, how her team thinks about pricing and accessibility, and what it means when long-time exhibitors decide to sit out a year. Bridget offers an inside look at how she and her team continue to evolve one of the most important fairs in the United States, from innovation and visitor experience to the artworks and presentations she is most excited for people to see.
In this week's episode, host Adam Green speaks with arts and culture journalist Dale Berning Sawa, whose work has appeared in The New York Times, The Guardian, The Art Newspaper, and on her Substack at daleberningsawa.substack.com, about the shocking theft at the Louvre that has captivated the art world. Dale brings us up to speed on the latest developments in the investigation and explores the deeper questions the heist has raised, including how museums can balance public access with protecting their collections, why security systems failed, and what this reveals about the evolving role of museum staff and technology. Together they discuss what this high-profile theft says about museum culture today and what lessons institutions everywhere should take from it.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, host Adam Green speaks with Arun Kakar, Senior Art Market Editor at Artsy, about the European fall art fair season, focusing on Frieze London and Art Basel Paris. The conversation explores whether London’s strong showing this year signals a genuine comeback, how Art Basel Paris’s new Avant-Première preview affected the fair’s atmosphere, and how sales compared between the two events. Adam and Arun also highlight the most talked-about gallery and museum exhibitions across both cities and reflect on what these two weeks reveal about the evolving balance of power between London and Paris in the international art market.
The Middle East has become one of the most ambitious regions in the world when it comes to investing in culture, mirroring its rapid expansion into sports, entertainment, and fashion. Following the announcements that Frieze will launch a new fair in Abu Dhabi in 2026 and Art Basel will debut in Doha in early 2026, questions arise about how these moves will shape the region’s growing art ecosystem. In this week's episode, host Adam Green speaks with Dubai-based journalist Rebecca Anne Proctor to unpack what these developments mean for the art world. They discuss how governments and institutions are driving cultural investment, the evolving collector base in the Middle East, and what success might look like for these new fairs in their first years.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, host Adam Green speaks with Cathy Fan, Editor-in-Chief of Artnet News China and co-author of The Asia Pivot, Artnet Pro’s biweekly newsletter on Asia’s art markets. They discuss the rise and recent reckoning of China’s private museum boom. Once symbols of cultural ambition and immense wealth, many of these institutions are now struggling to stay relevant amid shifting economic conditions and changing collector priorities. Cathy explains how China’s private museum sector developed, why it became such a powerful force in the global art market, and what led to its current challenges. She also explores how this slowdown is reshaping the broader Chinese art ecosystem and what the future may hold for these once-dominant institutions.
Jean-Michel Basquiat is one of the most important artists of the 20th century and one of the top-selling artists in today’s market, but his career and market trajectory weren’t nearly as smooth as they might seem today. In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, host Adam Green speaks with Doug Woodham, author of Jean-Michel Basquiat: The Making of an Icon (out October 14, available now for pre-order). They discuss Basquiat’s rise, the dramatic collapse of his market in the 1990s, and the extraordinary comeback that followed, including the crucial role played by a small group of influential collectors. Doug also shares insights on how curators reframed Basquiat’s legacy, the unique way his estate has been managed, the impact of the auction houses, and the most misunderstood aspects of Basquiat’s life, art, and market.
While much of the Western art world was focused on the Armory Show, all eyes in Asia turned to Seoul, where Frieze Seoul returned for its fourth edition. With the caliber of galleries participating, many now see it as a fair that rivals, and perhaps even surpasses, the Armory in importance. To unpack this year’s edition, host Adam Green is joined by Andy St. Louis, a Seoul-based art critic, curator, and the newly appointed director of Frieze House Seoul. We discuss how Frieze Seoul has positioned itself within the Korean art market, how the gallery mix has evolved since its debut, and what the atmosphere was like at this year’s fair. Andy also shares insights on the most noteworthy sales and offers his perspective on what the next chapter could look like for Frieze Seoul as it solidifies its place on the global art calendar.
In this week’s episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, host Adam Green speaks with Daniel Cassady, art business reporter for ARTnews, about the mood at the Armory Show and what it signals for the fall season. They discuss whether the atmosphere felt more upbeat than the recent headlines of gallery closures, why it’s important to understand the nuances behind those closures, and how this year’s fair offered more thoughtful conversations between collectors and galleries rather than the frenzied sales of past editions. Daniel also shares insight into the types of works drawing the strongest demand, which are proving harder to place, and whether this edition shifted perceptions of the Armory’s polarizing reputation, ultimately offering a snapshot of where the market stands heading into the busy months of auctions and fairs.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, host Adam Green speaks with Callum Hale-Thomson, founder of First Thursday, about The 2025 Art Fair Report, a new survey capturing galleries’ candid views on the state of art fairs. They discuss why many galleries feel the current model is unsustainable, what’s driving weak returns on investment, and why fairs remain central despite rising costs and slowing sales. The conversation also explores how galleries are rethinking their fair strategies and what alternative ideas are emerging to create a more sustainable future for art fairs.
In this episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, host Adam Green speaks with Jo Lawson-Tancred, News Reporter at Artnet News, about her recent article offering practical advice for emerging artists. Jo shares insights from curators and successful artists on why visibility remains such a challenge even in the age of Instagram, the importance of adopting an entrepreneurial mindset, and what makes a professional presentation stand out. The conversation provides valuable guidance not only for artists starting their careers but also for anyone interested in understanding the dynamics shaping the art world today.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, host Adam Green speaks with Emeline Salama-Caro, director of the Robert Indiana Legacy Initiative. Founded in 2022 by her family following the artist’s passing, the Initiative is dedicated to expanding awareness of Robert Indiana’s work beyond his iconic LOVE sculpture. Emeline discusses the unique structure of the Initiative, how it differs from a traditional artist estate, and the motivations behind its creation. She also reflects on the legal complexities surrounding Indiana’s final years, the challenges of stewarding an artist’s legacy posthumously, and how the Initiative is reintroducing his broader practice to today’s collectors and institutions. The episode also highlights Indiana’s current exhibition in New York at Pace Gallery (who represents worldwide the Robert Indiana Legacy Initiative).
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, host Adam Green speaks with Kabir Jhala, Art Market Editor at The Art Newspaper, to recap the June auctions in London. Once a major fixture on the art market calendar, these sales have seen their significance decline in recent years as auction houses scale back their offerings and experiment with different strategies. Adam and Kabir discuss what’s behind this shift, how the houses approached this season, and why sales totals have dropped so dramatically. They also examine how the auction results compared with the mood at Art Basel, highlight standout lots from the sales, and consider what these auctions signal about the state of the market as we head into the summer break and look ahead to the autumn season.
In this week’s episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, host Adam Green is joined by Vivienne Chow, London Correspondent and Co-founder of The Asia Pivot at Artnet News, to unpack the key takeaways from this year’s Art Basel. They discuss the overall mood at the fair, what the slower pace from young and seasoned collectors means for the market, and why there was a notable drop in attendance from American and Asian collectors. Vivienne shares insights into how galleries are adapting, the evolving regional character of major fairs, and what all of this signals for the state of the art market heading into the summer. They also explore how younger collectors are shifting away from fast-paced speculation toward more intentional collecting, and how this trend is influencing sales strategies on the ground. Finally, the episode considers what lies ahead for the global art market as it heads into its summer break.
In this week’s episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, host Adam Green is joined by James Cohan, founder of the New York gallery James Cohan. To mark the gallery’s 25th anniversary and its current exhibition All About 25, James reflects on how the gallery has evolved since 1999 and shares insights from his decades in the art world. He discusses what the market looked like in his early years, how it compares to today’s more global and digital landscape, and what it takes to build a successful gallery and support artists over the long term. James also offers thoughtful advice to collectors, especially those still developing their focus, and reflects on how to navigate slower market moments.
In this week’s episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, host Adam Green is joined by Maike Cruse, Director of Art Basel in Basel, to discuss what makes the fair one of the most anticipated and respected events on the global art calendar. They explore how the fair continues to set the standard for quality, why its layout and setting make it such a unique experience, and what to expect from this year’s edition. Maike also shares insights on the current mood among galleries, the growing excitement around Art Basel Paris, and the recently announced expansion into Qatar.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, Adam Green is joined by Annabel Keenan, art writer and author of Climate Action in the Art World: Towards a Greener Future. They discuss why sustainability has taken so long to become a real conversation in the art world, even though many individuals care deeply about the climate in their personal lives. Annabel shares insights from her research on the industry's environmental impact, from art fairs and international shipping to museum operations, and highlights meaningful steps individuals and institutions are taking to reduce their footprint.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, host Adam Green is joined by Zachary Small, culture reporter covering art for The New York Times, and Tim Schneider, founder of The Gray Market and a freelance journalist, to break down New York’s May auctions and what they reveal about the current state of the art market. While the material this season may have been mixed, the auctions offered rare transparency into buyer behavior, pricing, and market sentiment at a time of uncertainty. Adam, Zachary, and Tim explore how collectors are becoming more selective, why certain artists outperformed expectations, and how guarantees shaped many of the results. They also discuss why this moment may offer smart buying opportunities for those with conviction, and what the sales signal as we head into Art Basel and the second half of the year.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, host Adam Green is joined by Maximilíano Durón, Senior Editor at ARTnews, to break down one of the busiest New York Art Weeks in recent memory. This year, TEFAF and Independent moved up their schedules, landing in the same week as Frieze, NADA, Future, and several other fairs, creating a packed and fast-paced calendar across the city. Adam and Max discuss how this scheduling shift impacted the overall experience for galleries, collectors, and visitors. They take a close look at the current state of Frieze New York, the rising visibility of Independent and NADA in a softer market, and TEFAF’s unique role with its blend of antiquities, design, and fine art. They also assess the market sentiment coming out of the week.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, host Adam Green speaks with James Stourton, British art historian and former chairman of Sotheby’s UK, about his new book Rogues and Scholars: A History of the London Art World: 1945 to 2000. Stourton reflects on key moments that shaped the postwar British art market, including the landmark Jakob Goldschmidt auction, the rise of the buyer’s premium, and the shift in global power from London to New York. He shares insights into the long-standing rivalry between dealers and auction houses, the decline of certain collecting categories, and whether those markets can ever rebound. The conversation also touches on how larger-than-life personalities once helped define the art world and where the biggest risks and opportunities lie for the next generation.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, host Adam Green is joined by journalists Charlotte Burns and Julia Halperin to discuss The Artists Speak Report, a major new survey they authored, commissioned by Anonymous Was A Woman. Based on responses from over 1,000 female artists, the report offers a rare and essential look into how artists are navigating their careers, touching on everything from financial insecurity and institutional support to the role of community and the pressures of identity-driven work. We explore why this kind of research is so necessary in an art world that often operates in silos, where artists’ voices are too often left out of larger conversations. Charlotte and Julia walk us through how the report came together, unpack some of its most surprising findings, and reflect on what the broader art world can do to better support artists moving forward.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, host Adam Green speaks with Nora Lawrence, Executive Director of Storm King Art Center. With the museum set to reopen in May following a transformative $53 million capital project, Nora shares what visitors can expect and how these changes will impact the experience of seeing art across Storm King's 500-acre landscape. They discuss the balance between honoring the institution’s iconic permanent collection and supporting new voices in sculpture, the challenges and rewards of running an entirely outdoor museum, and current trends in large-scale outdoor sculpture. Nora also offers insights for collectors who may be considering outdoor works for their own collections and what might give them the confidence to take that step.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, we explore the innovative work of Art Bridges, a non-profit foundation launched by Alice Walton. Art Bridges is transforming museum partnerships by facilitating and subsidizing loans of important artworks to regional museums across the U.S. Host Adam Green speaks with Anne Kraybill, CEO of Art Bridges, about the foundation's mission, challenges in the museum loan process, and how Art Bridges is helping to bring major works of art to communities nationwide. From success stories to the latest trends in museum collaborations, this episode delves into the evolving landscape of museum partnerships and access to art.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, host Adam Green is joined by Robert Sleigh, founder of Robert Sleigh Consulting and a veteran of the Hong Kong art market, to unpack the latest developments in China’s art scene. They discuss the mood and market activity at Art Basel Hong Kong, the results of the recent major auctions, and the broader state of the art market in the region. Robert also shares insights on shifting collector behavior, from short-term speculation to a more long-term approach, and how millennial and Gen Z buyers are influencing collecting trends. They also explore how rising art hubs like Seoul and Singapore are challenging Hong Kong’s role in the region and what that means for the future.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, host Adam Green is joined by Rosie Allan, Managing Partner at Sophie Macpherson Ltd, the leading recruitment firm for the global art market. Together, they unpack findings from the newly released SML Art Market Talent Report 2025, produced in collaboration with ArtTactic. They discuss how macroeconomic uncertainty is shaping hiring trends, the push for greater pay transparency, and the most valuable skills for advancing in today’s art world. Rosie also shares advice for young professionals hoping to land their first role, and what employers are really looking for in candidates.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, Adam Green is joined by Josh Spero, Wealth Editor at the Financial Times, to discuss the rapidly evolving art lending market, now estimated to be worth around $40 billion. Despite being a relatively niche segment of the art market, art-backed loans have attracted attention from traditional banks, auction houses, and boutique firms. Josh explains the unexpected rise of margin calls in this sector, exploring what triggers them, how lenders are responding, and what it could mean for the broader art market. They also discuss how rising interest rates are impacting demand for art-backed loans and where the industry may be heading in the coming years.
In this week’s episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, Adam Green speaks with Mazdak Sanii, CEO of Avant Arte, one of the most fascinating success stories in the art market’s print sector over the past several years. What began as an online art community quickly evolved into a powerhouse platform for publishing limited-edition prints by both emerging and established artists. Mazdak shares the story behind Avant Arte’s founding and its evolution, explaining how the company has attracted a remarkable roster of collaborating artists, including Ed Ruscha, George Condo, Anish Kapoor, Ai Weiwei, Elizabeth Peyton, and Mickalene Thomas. He also discusses how Avant Arte has successfully differentiated itself in an increasingly saturated market by enhancing the collector experience and building a strong community around the platform. Adam and Mazdak delve into how collector behavior has shifted over the past few years, from the speculative frenzy of flipping to a more thoughtful and measured approach. They also explore key insights from Avant Arte’s newly released Collectors Report, offering a glimpse into the most compelling trends shaping the future of the art world.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, host Adam Green is joined by David Breslin, the Leonard A. Lauder Curator in Charge of the Department of Modern and Contemporary Art at The Metropolitan Museum of Art, to discuss the museum’s evolving approach to modern and contemporary art. With The Met recently announcing a major expansion of its modern and contemporary art wing, adding 70,000 square feet of new gallery and public space, David shares insight into what this transformation will look like and how it will reshape the way the museum presents modern and contemporary works. Adam and David also explore The Met’s increased focus on acquiring and displaying contemporary artists, the evolving relationship between modern art and the museum’s encyclopedic collection, and how curators navigate the influence of collectors and the art market when making acquisitions. Plus, David highlights some of the exciting exhibitions currently on view and upcoming at The Met.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, host Adam Green is joined by Alex Gartenfeld, Artistic Director of ICA Miami, to discuss the museum’s rapid rise as one of the most influential contemporary art institutions in the U.S. Alex shares insights into ICA Miami’s ambitious acquisition strategy, its deep engagement with both Miami-based and global collectors, and how the city’s evolving cultural landscape has shaped the museum’s growth. With Art Basel Miami Beach cementing the city’s status as a global art hub, ICA Miami’s exhibition openings have become some of the most highly attended events during fair week. Alex reflects on the museum’s relationship with the fair and how it drives visibility and programming. We also preview ICA Miami’s upcoming Evening in the Garden gala on March 8, including its benefit auction featuring works by Claire Tabouret, Robin F. Williams, Hugh Hayden, Ken Gun Min, Lauren Quin, and more. As a member of the auction committee, Adam shares how listeners can bid on works and get involved with the event.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, host Adam Green is joined by Artnet News Senior Market Reporter Eileen Kinsella to recap Frieze LA 2025. We discuss the fair’s overall atmosphere, how the recent wildfires impacted both attendance and the local art community, and the debate over whether the event should have proceeded as planned. We also highlight major fundraising efforts by galleries to support those affected. From a market perspective, we analyze key sales trends, the growing selectivity among buyers, and which artists and galleries saw the strongest demand. Beyond the fair, we dive into the importance of gallery exhibitions across the city, with standout shows like Kelly Akashi at Lisson Gallery, Lisa Yuskavage at David Zwirner, and Kohn Gallery’s 40th-anniversary exhibition. Finally, we reflect on the significance of Frieze LA for the city’s evolving art landscape and its growing influence within the broader U.S. market.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, host Adam Green is joined by Nicole Sales Giles, Vice President and Director of Digital Art at Christie’s, to explore the rapidly evolving but still niche sector of the art world, AI-generated art. As Christie’s prepares to launch Augmented Intelligence, its first dedicated AI art auction (running from February 20-March 5), we take a deep dive into how artificial intelligence is reshaping the art market. We discuss the fundamentals of AI-generated art, its evolution since Christie’s historic 2018 sale of an AI portrait, and the significance of this auction in positioning AI art within the fine art landscape. Nicole shares insights into collector interest, the mix of digital and physical works in the sale, and how AI art is being received by traditional collectors vs. NFT buyers. The conversation also addresses some of the pressing ethical debates surrounding AI-generated art, including a recent open letter raising concerns about the use of copyrighted material in AI models. Plus, Nicole highlights some of the most exciting artists in the sale and where she sees AI art heading in the coming years.
As Frieze LA and Felix Art Fair approach, the Los Angeles art scene is at a pivotal moment. The recent fires have impacted galleries, artists, and collectors, raising questions about how the community is recovering and whether visitors will return for the city's biggest art week. In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, host Adam Green sits down with Mills Moran, co-founder of Felix Art Fair, to discuss how the LA art world is bouncing back, the decision to move forward with Felix despite the challenges, and why it’s more important than ever for people to show up and support the city’s galleries and artists. Mills also shares insights into how Felix has evolved since its inception in 2019, the growing appeal of alternative fair models, and what’s in store for this year’s edition at the Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, host Adam Green speaks with Ashkan Baghestani, SVP and Head of Contemporary Day Sale at Sotheby’s, about the auction house’s inaugural sale in Saudi Arabia, Origins, taking place on February 8. Ashkan discusses the factors behind Sotheby’s expansion into this growing market, how Saudi Arabia’s cultural scene compares to other Middle Eastern hubs, and the strategy behind curating a sale that blends fine art, sports memorabilia, watches, jewelry, and handbags. He also shares insights into how Sotheby’s is engaging both seasoned and emerging collectors in the region and what trends are shaping the Saudi art market. Finally, Ashkan provides a broader look at Sotheby’s long-term vision for the Middle East and whether the recent investment from Abu Dhabi’s sovereign wealth fund, ADQ, plays a role in shaping the auction house’s future in the region.
In this episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, host Adam Green speaks with Kelly Baum, the John and Mary Pappajohn Director of the Des Moines Art Center. Formerly a curator of contemporary art at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, Kelly made a bold move from New York to Iowa to take on the leadership of one of the country’s most dynamic regional museums. We discuss what motivated her decision to leave the Met, the unique history and vision of the Des Moines Art Center, and how the institution has built an exceptional collection by embracing risk-taking and innovation. Kelly shares insights into the transition from curator to director, the opportunities and challenges of leading a museum outside a major art hub, and the ways she’s working to maintain a strong local presence while ensuring the museum remains visible on the national stage. She also offers a preview of exciting upcoming exhibitions and reflects on what has surprised her most about Iowa’s art community.
This week on the ArtTactic Podcast, host Adam Green speaks with New York Times Culture Reporter Robin Pogrebin about the devastating impact of the recent fires in Los Angeles on the city’s art community. They discuss how artists, collectors, and institutions have been affected, as well as the art world’s inspiring efforts to provide support. The conversation also explores how Frieze LA has transformed the city’s art scene, creating a vibrant cultural ecosystem that extends beyond the fair itself to include museums, galleries, and studio visits. Robin shares insights on the challenges and opportunities facing LA’s gallery scene, common misconceptions about the local art market, and what makes it distinct from other art hubs like New York. With Frieze Week approaching, they discuss the potential for the fairs to bring the art world together in solidarity, supporting the recovery of LA’s art community.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, host Adam Green is joined by Tim Schneider, founder of The Gray Market, to explore his much-anticipated annual art market predictions. Known for his sharp insights and bold forecasts, Tim shares highlights from his newly published 2025 predictions, diving into topics that are shaping the art world. Together, they discuss the potential sale of Frieze to Ari Emanuel, the possibility of Beeple’s Everydays: The First 5000 Days returning to the market, and the growing presence of high-end gallery pop-ups in Saudi Arabia. Tim also addresses the unsettling rise of deepfake technology and its implications for the art market. In addition, Tim reveals a brand-new prediction exclusively for this episode and reflects on his recent transition of The Gray Market to Substack.
In this final episode of the year, host Adam Green reflects on 2024 and looks ahead to the future of the art market. Joined by Daniel Cassady, Art Business Reporter at Artnews, they dive into the key moments, trends, and controversies that shaped the art world over the past year. They discuss the overall health of the art market in 2024, exploring the impact of macroeconomic and geopolitical forces, as well as the rise of hotel fairs as a cost-effective and creative alternative for galleries. The conversation also highlights emerging art fairs and regions gaining prominence in an increasingly global art world, memorable auction moments, and the controversies that defined the year. Additionally, Adam and Daniel examine how blockchain technology might influence provenance and authenticity in the future and reflect on the cultural buzz surrounding Frieze London and the much-anticipated Art Basel Paris. As a bonus, they share bold predictions for 2025.
In this episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, our host Adam Green is joined by Kabir Jhala, Art Market Editor at The Art Newspaper, to recap this year’s edition of Art Basel Miami Beach. We explore how Trump’s re-election is shaping gallery expectations and the art market’s trajectory, including differing reactions from collectors and dealers at the fair. Kabir also shares insights on the potential impact of tariffs on the U.S. art market, drawing comparisons to the rising costs and challenges faced by the UK art market post-Brexit. We discuss the overall mood heading into the fair and how things ultimately played out, from standout artworks to the broader trends and themes that defined this year’s presentations. With the fair taking place in December at the end of a packed art calendar, we consider whether collector fatigue or earlier buying opportunities might affect attendance and sales. Finally, we reflect on Miami’s role as the final major test for the art market this year and what insiders are anticipating as we look ahead to 2025.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, host Adam Green speaks with Philip Tinari, Director and CEO of the UCCA Center for Contemporary Art, China’s leading independent contemporary art institution. We explore the evolution of China’s museum landscape since UCCA’s founding and the rise of private foundations, discussing the driving factors behind their growth and the varying quality of these institutions. Philip shares insights into UCCA’s recent expansion to its fourth location and how each space furthers the museum’s mission. We also dive into the growing interest in global contemporary art among Chinese collectors and how this trend influences UCCA’s programming. Additionally, we tackle the challenges of censorship and its impact on international exhibitions. Finally, Philip reflects on the future of Chinese art institutions and what excites him most about their continued development.
In this episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, Adam Green takes an in-depth look at the African art market, with a focus on the recently concluded 9th edition of Art x Lagos. Joining us is journalist Rebecca Anne Proctor, who attended this year’s fair for the third time. We begin by exploring the history of Art x Lagos and its evolution over nearly a decade. Rebecca shares how this year’s fair compared to previous editions and reflects on the broader trends shaping the African art market. The conversation delves into the surge of international interest in African art over the past few years, the challenges posed by market saturation, and how the art scene is navigating these shifts. We also discuss the vital role of a robust domestic ecosystem—supported by galleries, collectors, and curators—and how successful African artists are fostering growth through initiatives like residencies and local programs.
In this episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, host Adam Green speaks with Jack Bullen, co-founder and director of the Woolwich Contemporary Print Fair, about the evolving world of contemporary printmaking and the unique opportunities it offers. They discuss what makes prints appealing to certain collectors, exciting trends in the medium, and how technology is shaping the market, including innovative approaches artists are taking. Jack previews this year’s edition of the fair, occurring November 21-24, and shares his thoughts on the phenomenon of “drops” and how rising prices are impacting this tactic. For new collectors, Jack also offers practical tips on making confident purchases and avoiding common pitfalls in this dynamic and accessible segment of the art world.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, host Adam Green dives into the latest trends shaping the art market with Michael Moses, co-founder of Art Market Consultancy and a pioneer in compiling repeat sales auction data. Michael shares key insights from the first half of 2024, including factors driving the recent decline in auction prices and the growing supply of art on the market. We explore how increased online-only sales are changing auction dynamics, as well as the role of collector motivation versus auction house capacity in driving supply. Additionally, Michael offers his perspective on correlations between art and other asset classes, the impact of signatures and dates on artwork returns, and what he anticipates for the upcoming major auctions in New York.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, Adam Green sits down with Nate Freeman, culture columnist for Vanity Fair, to break down Art Basel Paris 2024. They discuss whether the highly anticipated fair met expectations, the standout exhibitions and events around the city, and how the current art market shaped reported sales. Nate also provides insight into whether Art Basel Paris is poised to shift the global art fair landscape and how it compares to other major fairs like Frieze London. Finally, Nate shares more about his newsletter, True Colors, and his work at Vanity Fair.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, Adam Green is joined by Naomi Rea, editor-in-chief at Artnet News, to recap Frieze London and preview the highly anticipated Art Basel Paris. Naomi shares insights from her conversations with galleries about the strength of sales at Frieze London and discusses the unique layout changes at the fair, which saw blue-chip galleries placed further back in a structured, funnel-like flow. Adam and Naomi also dive into how this new layout impacted the visitor experience and whether galleries were taking creative risks or playing it safe with their presentations. As Art Basel Paris quickly approaches, Naomi offers her thoughts on how the excitement surrounding Paris may be pulling focus from Frieze and shifting the priorities of collectors and galleries. Finally, they look ahead to the key moments of Art Basel Paris that Naomi is most excited to report on.
In this episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, Adam Green sits down with Alison Gass, founding director of ICA San Francisco, to discuss the museum’s journey as a self-described “art museum startup.” Ali shares the origin story of ICA SF, the challenges and opportunities that come with launching a new museum in today’s art world, and how the institution is carving out its place in San Francisco’s dynamic art scene. With the exciting news of ICA SF’s upcoming move to downtown San Francisco, Ali delves into the significance of the location change and what it means for the museum’s future. Adam and Ali also explore how ICA SF engages with Silicon Valley's tech industry, the advantages of being a non-collecting institution, and the collaborative nature of the San Francisco art community. Plus, Ali gives us a sneak peek into the museum’s upcoming exhibitions.
In this episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, host Adam Green is joined by Amanda Lo Iacono, Deputy CEO of Phillips. Amanda shares insights into how Phillips is leveraging technology to attract younger collectors and break down traditional barriers within the auction world. They also discuss the current state of the art market as the fall auction season kicks off, including key market trends, the impact of Chinese collectors, and how Phillips is positioning itself against competitors like Christie’s and Sotheby’s. Plus, Amanda highlights some standout sales and events Phillips has lined up for the season.
In this episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, host Adam Green sits down with Alexander Berggruen, founder of Alexander Berggruen, as the gallery approaches its fifth anniversary. Alex reflects on key lessons learned over the past five years and shares what it’s like to run a gallery in the competitive New York City art scene. In light of the recent Armory Show, he also discusses his strategy behind solo versus group presentations at art fairs. Additionally, they explore the vibrant UK art scene and why Alex has focused on exhibiting UK-based artists in New York. Alex further explains how growing up in a family-run gallery has influenced his approach and why he chose the Upper East Side for his gallery instead of Chelsea or Tribeca.
In this episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, host Adam Green sits down with Bill Powers, owner of Half Gallery, to discuss his forthcoming memoir Glissando and his new book Early 21st Century Art. Bill shares captivating stories from his journey through the art world, including his interactions with renowned artists, gallerists, and critics. We delve into his unique position within the gallery ecosystem, explore why some artists thrive in the market while others don't, and reflect on his relationships with artists like Rene Ricard. Bill also discusses the dynamics of artists changing galleries, offering his perspective on the increasing consolidation of artists by mega-galleries. Additionally, he provides valuable advice for both collectors and artists, sharing insights on navigating the art world and building successful careers and collections.
In this episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, host Adam Green speaks with Seoul-based art critic Andy St. Louis, founder of Seoul Art Friend and author of Future Present: Contemporary Korean Art. As Frieze Seoul approaches its third edition, Adam and Andy explore the fair's growing influence in the Korean art scene and how it has attracted global attention, especially from U.S. and European galleries. They also discuss the complexities of scheduling conflicts with the Armory Show in New York and the impact on international collectors. Andy shares insights on how certain galleries have successfully integrated into Seoul’s art community and the current state of collecting in Korea. Finally, they dive into Andy's new book, which is the first English-language survey of millennial contemporary Korean artists, and reflect on why these artists haven’t received as much global recognition despite Korea’s rising presence in the art market.
In this episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, host Adam Green interviews Michael Findlay, an esteemed art dealer, director of Acquavella Galleries, and author of the new book, "Portrait of the Art Dealer as a Young Man: New York in the Sixties." Michael shares fascinating stories from his extensive career in the art world, offering unique insights into the 1960s New York art scene and its evolution. He discusses the art world's shift from pure appreciation to investment-focused collecting and how different generations engage with impressionist, modern, and contemporary art. Michael also provides valuable advice for art collectors, whether they are just starting or have been collecting for years.
In this episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, host Adam Green speaks with Jeffrey Yin, the newly appointed CEO of Artsy, the leading e-commerce platform for galleries worldwide. They discuss Jeffrey's primary objectives as he takes on his new role and how he envisions technology advancing Artsy's mission in the coming years. The conversation delves into the current state of the art market, with Jeffrey sharing insights and data on market trends and potential softening. They also explore the impact of these trends on galleries and collectors, highlighting changing tastes in contemporary art.
In this episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, host Adam Green explores the contemporary Indian art scene with Aparajita Jain, director of Nature Morte and founder of the Saat Saath Arts Foundation. We discuss the evolution of the Indian art market, from its global exposure in the early 2000s to the recent changes post-COVID. Aparajita provides insights into the current state of the contemporary Indian art market and the exposure of Indian artists globally. We also explore the interest of young collectors in contemporary Indian art and the role of philanthropy in supporting the arts in India. Aparajita shares her perspectives on the challenges and opportunities for the Indian art scene in the coming years.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, host Adam Green chats with Richard Polsky, author, art dealer, and founder of Richard Polsky Art Authentication. In this episode, Richard discusses the release of Volume 6 of the Andy Warhol catalogue raisonné, detailing the extensive efforts and challenges involved in compiling Warhol’s prolific body of work. He explains the critical role the catalogue plays in the art market, especially for auction houses and private sales. Richard also shares his insights on lesser-known Warhol series, offering advice for new collectors priced out of the major works. Finally, Richard provides an update on his authentication business, highlighting its importance in the art world.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, host Adam Green is joined by Dexter Wimberly, the founder and director of the Hayama Artist Residency in Japan. Adam and Dexter delve into Dexter's journey to Japan and his motivations for establishing the Hayama Artist Residency. They discuss the residency's rapid growth and increasing popularity, highlighted by the impressive number of applicants this past year. Adam shares insights from his experience on the artist selection committee, and they explore what sets the Hayama Artist Residency apart from others. Dexter explains how his residency provides unique support to artists, making it a standout in the increasingly crowded field of artist residencies. The conversation also touches on the contemporary art scene in Japan, its recent developments, and the growing interest from galleries and art fairs. Dexter offers his perspective on the challenges and opportunities facing the Japanese contemporary art scene and where he sees it heading in the coming years.
In this episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, host Adam Green explores the evolving landscape of the June London auctions, historically a pivotal moment in the art market now witnessing a decline in sales volume. Adam is joined by George Nelson, the UK Reporter for ARTnews, who provides insights into the prevailing mood in London and compares this year's auction performance to previous years. They discuss Sotheby's and Christie's differing strategies, highlight surprising auction results, and identify emerging trends as the art world heads into its summer break.
In this episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, host Adam Green interviews Daniel S. Palmer, the chief curator at the SCAD Museum of Art, who shares his journey and the unique curatorial strategies of the museum. Daniel discusses how SCAD makes a significant impact locally and nationally, aided by social media's role in extending their reach. He also explores the growing eagerness of artists to exhibit outside major art hubs, sharing insights from his dialogues with them. The conversation highlights current and upcoming exhibitions, showcasing the museum's innovative directions.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, host Adam Green recaps Art Basel 2024 with Carlie Porterfield, associate art market editor at The Art Newspaper. Join us as we explore the mood leading up to the fair, the noticeable absence of American collectors, and how the fair's atmosphere matched or diverged from expectations. Carlie and Adam discuss standout sales and delve into the broader implications of Art Basel's success and what it might mean for the art market's future.
In this episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, host Adam Green is joined by David Hurwitz, founder and owner of Hangman, and Ty Cooperman, client experience expert at Hangman. They discuss the critical yet often overlooked aspect of fine art logistics, including why shipping costs have increased, the reasons behind significant price variances in shipping quotes, and how to avoid common shipping pitfalls. David and Ty also share insights on the growth of fine art storage services and offer valuable advice on best practices for managing art shipments.
In this episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, host Adam Green is joined by Anders Petterson, founder of ArtTactic, to analyze the major May auction results from a data perspective. They discuss the overall performance of the auction season, highlighting the differences across various price levels and the impact of broader economic factors. Adam and Anders delve into the effects of increased liquidity post-pandemic, the changing sentiment in the art market, and the role of speculative bidding, particularly from Chinese collectors. They also explore the significance of ArtTactic's Resale Analysis Report and other key reports available on ArtTactic.com. Additionally, they emphasize the value of social media in providing a global and diverse perspective on the art market.
In this week's edition of the ArtTactic Podcast, Will Korner, head of fairs at TEFAF, joins us to recap this year's edition of TEFAF NY. First, Will shares his insights on the distinct visitor experience at TEFAF NY, emphasizing its blend of contemporary and historical art, which sets it apart from other fairs in the art circuit. Then, Adam and Will delve into the motivations of contemporary galleries choosing TEFAF over traditional contemporary art fairs. They discuss the strategic reasons behind this choice and how it benefits the galleries. After, the discussion covers TEFAF's decision to expand from Maastricht to New York and evaluates the success of this expansion. Also, Will highlights some of the standout sales at this year's TEFAF NY. Finally, Adam and Will compare the experiences at TEFAF Maastricht and TEFAF New York.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, we recap the May auction season in New York with Zachary Small, lead art reporter at The New York Times and author of the new book Token Supremacy: The Art of Finance, the Finance of Art, and the Great Crypto Crash of 2022. Zachary shares details about the hacking of Christie's website and its impact on the auction house's sales. He also explains why prospective sellers at the high end of the art market were reluctant to participate this season and reveals whether there was a softening in the market for speculative, emerging artists. Additionally, Zachary describes the mood of market participants as they exit this auction season and previews his new book.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, we recap Frieze New York 2024 with culture journalist Nadja Sayej. First, Nadja shares why exhibitors didn't take as much risks at this year's fair compared to previous years. Then, she discusses the waning influence of art criticism in the contemporary art world. After, Nadja identifies various aesthetic trends at the fair that were compelling. Also, Nadja reveals the consensus view in the art world on the fair's atypical venue, The Shed. Lastly, Nadja identifies some of her highlights from a busy art week in New York.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, we speak with Jordan Huelskamp, founder of Salon, a member-managed contemporary art collection owned by a decentralized community. First, Jordan explains how Salon technically works and answers what motivated her to found the collection. Then, she shares why certain collectors are attracted to this type of collecting model. After she identifies some of the artists the group has collected thus far. Additionally, she reveals how conversations with galleries have gone when trying to acquire artworks for Salon. Lastly, she forecasts how this model of collecting will evolve in the future.
In this week's edition of the ArtTactic Podcast, we speak with Daniel Grant, freelance journalist and author of The Business of Being an Artist, about the recent rise in gallery closings. First, Daniel identifies some of the noteworthy galleries that have recently closes and elaborates on the reason for their closings. Then, he compare this trend to past surges. After, Daniel shares if insiders foresee more gallery closures in the near future. Lastly, Daniel discusses a gallery closings impact on both artists and collectors.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, we chat with Lydia Melamed Johnson, executive director of AIPAD and director of The Photography Show, occurring April 25 - 28, 2024 at the Park Avenue Armory. First, Lydia shares details about the history of The Photography Show and how it differs from other art fairs. Then, she identifies some of the new trends we are witnessing from emerging photographers. Also, Lydia reveals to what extent the proliferation of social media and the iPhone is impacting the photography market. Lastly, she addresses how photography dealers are promoting photographers to mainstream contemporary collectors.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast we recap this year's edition of Art Basel Hong Kong with Lisa Movius, China bureau chief at The Art Newspaper. First, Lisa explains why this year's fair was a make-or-break one for the Hong Kong art world. Then she reveals the broader health of the Chinese economy and how it is impacting local collectors' collecting habits. After, Lisa provides her takeaways from Art Basel Hong Kong and shares why so many young Asian collectors were present this year. Lastly, Lisa speculates how the remaining of the year will go for the Chinese art market.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, we breakdown The Art Newspaper's annual survey of museums with José da Silva, exhibitions editor at The Art Newspaper. First, José shares his methodology for gathering attendance data from museums around the world. Then, he reminds us how difficult COVID was for museums and how much attendance suffered during that time. Next, he identifies some of the major takeaways from this year's annual survey. After, he reveals if blockbuster exhibitions are still a high priority for museums. Lastly, he tells us what geographical trends he observed in this year's data.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, we recap the March London auctions with Margaret Carrigan, news editor at Artnet News. First, Margaret clarifies what the market sentiment was like heading into the London auctions. Then, she reveals how the auctions performed on an overall level. After, she identifies some of the key artwork results from the sales. Additionally, she speculates the current mood of the market heading out of the auction season. Lastly, she helps provide an early preview for the major New York May auctions.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, we chat with James Fuentes, owner of James Fuentes. First, we ask James about what went into the decision to open a gallery space in Los Angeles (in addition to their existing New York space) as well as what appealed to him about the LA art scene. Then, he discussed the similarities and differences between working with the younger artists at the gallery versus the very established artists and artist estates. After, James discusses the broader state of the art market at this time as we head into Frieze LA week. Also, he identifies some of the differences between the New York and Los Angeles art markets. Lastly, James previews his upcoming exhibition at the Los Angeles gallery, a solo exhibition of work by the artist Geoffrey Holder.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, we speak with Jori Finkel, who covers art in L.A. as a regular writer for The New York Times and is also the West Coast Contributing Editor for the Art Newspaper. First, Jori shares with us how the LA art scene feels about the incredible growth it has experienced over the past few years. Then, she identifies the driving forces behind the recent gallery expansion in LA and also reveals if there is any concern about the long term sustainability of these galleries. Also, Jori discusses the positive impact of the increasing population of artists in LA. Additionally, she explains why Frieze week has become the most important week of the year on the LA art calendar. Lastly, she notes a few misconceptions about the LA art scene.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast we're joined by Leslie Ramos, author of the new book Philanthropy in the Arts: A Game of Give and Take. First, Leslie explains why museums are in the midst of a financial crisis and how they arrived at this point. Then, she reveals to what extent the COVID pandemic exacerbated museums' financial standings. After, Leslie shares why major gifts are being heavily scrutinized recently and speculates if this trend will continue. She then touches on the looming intergenerational change in wealth and how museums can prepare for this from a philanthropy perspective. Lastly, Leslie shares advice both for museums and individuals regarding philanthropy in the arts.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, we're joined by Tim Schneider, the writer behind the Gray Market and the acting art market editor at The Art Newspaper. Tim shares his art market predictions for 2024, which touch on auction sales, fallout from the Israel-Hamas war, Patrick Drahi's ownership of Sotheby's, the consolidation of art fairs and AI-powered image generator.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast we speak with Julia Halperin, freelance journalist, co-founder of the Burns Halperin Report and columnist for the Art Newspaper. First, Julia discusses the increasing trend of museum curators moving into gallery positions. Then, she identifies some of the primary reasons why we are seeing this exodus. Also, Julia explains why art professionals in other roles within museums are also fleeing for commercial galleries. Lastly, she speculates what this trend may mean for the future of the museum space.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, we preview this year's edition of ART SG with Magnus Renfrew, co-founder of the fair. First, Magnus identifies some of the primary reasons for the surge in interest in Singapore from the art world. Then, he compares Singapore's art ecosystem to some other flourishing regions in Asia. Also, Magnus discusses exhibitors' different strategies for ART SG as well as their approach to Singapore. Further, he clarifies how exhibiting galleries are feeling about the art market as we begin 2024.
While in Miami for the fairs, our Adam Green had an opportunity to host a live podcast at Untitled Art during the opening hours of the fair. He was in conversation with Oliver Miro, who is from Victoria Miro Gallery and also is the founder of Vortic, an art led platform that aims to create a connected, collaborative conversation around immersive 3D, augmented reality (AR) and virtual reality (VR) exhibitions from the world’s leading galleries and institutions. During the conversation, Adam chatted with Oliver about the Vortic platform, trends in how art is being consumed and shared digitally. as well as what the future may look like for exhibitions, art fairs and other events as a result of technological innovations.
In this week's edition of the ArtTactic Podcast, we recap Art Basel Miami Beach 2023 with Sarah Douglas, Editor-in-Chief of ARTnews and Art in America. First, Sarah shares what the mood was like at the fair this year and explains why everyone was asking about it during the fair. Then, she identifies some of the most noteworthy sales at this year's edition of the fair as well as some of the aesthetic trends relating to the art on view. Also, Sarah addresses if Art Basel Miami occurring at the end of the year is having a negative impact on the fair. Lastly, she reveals how market participants are feeling heading into 2024.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, we discuss the developing art market in Saudi Arabia with Rebecca Anne Proctor, author of the new book Art in Saudi Arabia: A New Creative Economy?. First, Rebecca explains Saudi Arabia's Kingdom's Vision 2030 strategy and how the development of its local art scene plays a big part of it. Then, she shares what the contemporary art scene in Saudi Arabia was like before the Kingdom's Vision initiative and how much it has changed since then. Also, Rebecca reveals how the international art community has responded to Saudi Arabia's desire to play a larger role in the contemporary art world and if it has faced strong criticism such as we saw with the Saudi Arabia's involvement in the LIV Golf tour. Lastly, Rebecca predicts how the art scene in Saudi Arabia will look in 5-10 years from today.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, we speak with Jeff Lawson, founder of Untitled Art, ahead of their annual Miami fair. First, Jeff tells us about when he established Untitled Art and shares how much the Miami art scene has changed since then. After, he discusses how Untitled fits into the Miami art fair ecosystem. Also, Jeff speculates why there has been a surge of interest in emerging artists over the last few years. Additionally, he reveals how the fair's exhibitors are feeling heading into the final test of the art market in 2023. Jeff also responds to NADA Miami changing the starting date of their fair this year to the same day as Untitled. Lastly, he previews this year's iteration of Untitled.
In this edition of Behind The Report, Adam Green previews our Auction Analysis: New York Marquee Evening Auctions – November 2023 report, in which we present an in-depth comparative analysis of the Impressionist, Modern, Post-War and Contemporary art evening sales at Sotheby’s, Christie’s, and Phillips in New York in November 2023.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast we preview this month's major New York auctions with Daniel Cassady, art business reporter for ARTnews. First, Daniel identifies some of the indicators that the art market is softening heading into the auctions. Then, he answers if the sales will be the biggest test for the art market since the pandemic. After, Daniel discusses some of the major estates and artworks heading to auction this month. Lastly, Daniel speaks about Art Basel Miami, the last major art market event of the year.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, we recap this year's edition of Frieze London with Melanie Gerlis, columnist & contributor at the Financial Times, editor at large at The Art Newspaper and author of Art as an Investment? A survey of comparative assets and The Art Fair Story: A Rollercoaster Ride. First, Melanie discusses how prologned economic uncertainty as well as the recent tragedies in Israel impacted the mood of the week. Then, she revealed if a softening of the market was noticeable in London. Also, Melanie tells us if Paris+ is becoming a more important fair and week in the art world calendar than Frieze London. Lastly, she identifies the art market's next big test.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast we chat with Jenny Gibbs, the executive director of the International Fine Print Dealers Association. Ahead of the 30th anniversary of the IFPDA Print Fair, Jenny speaks about the exhibitors participating and how much variety is there in the prints that are offered. Then, she speaks about how collecting prints, generally at a lower price point, is a gateway into collecting art. After, Jenny speculates about why some established collectors aren't interested in collecting prints. Additionally, she discusses the hot market for prints by emerging, contemporary artists. Lastly, she offers advice on the necessary due diligence one should take when contemplating acquiring a high value print.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast we chat with Vlad Hategan, a crypto and NFT specialist, who recently wrote an explosive article for dappGambl titled Dead NFTs: The Evolving Landscape of the NFT Market. First, Vlad shares some of his key findings of his report on the dire state of the NFT market. Then, he explains how the NFT market, once a highly speculative, robust market collapsed so quickly. Also, Vlad touches on the surprising environmental impact of the NFT market. Lastly, Vlad shares what he foresees for the NFT market moving forward.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast we discuss last week's Frieze Seoul with Andy St. Louis, a Seoul-based art critic and founder of Seoul Art Friend, an online platform dedicated to promoting contemporary Korean art. First, Andy shares the mood of the contemporary art market in Seoul leading up to Frieze Seoul. Then, he reveals if there was any negative impact to this year's Frieze Seoul due to it occurring at the same time as The Armory Show in New York. After, Andy reveals how sales were at this year's Frieze Seoul as well as how the fair compared to last year's inaugural edition. Lastly, Andy speaks on the strengthening relationships between Korean collectors and foreign galleries in large part due to the presence of the fair.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, we preview The Armory Show with its executive director, Nicole Berry. First, Nicole discusses the fair's recent move from the piers to the Javits Center and how it has impacted the fair experience. Then, she explains how another major change, moving the fair to September to coincide with the fall art world opening, has also benefitted the fair. Also, Nicole shares how exhibiting galleries are feeling about the art market as we head into the fair. Lastly, Nicole reacts to the major news of Frieze Art Fair acquiring The Armory Show.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast we speak with artist Yue Minjun about the recent release of his first NFT, on LiveArt's platform. First, Yue reveals why he decided to release an NFT. Then, he explains the differences in the process of making an NFT versus a more traditional artwork. Also, Yue shares why an important aspect of making an NFT was introducing his art to a younger generation of art collectors and enthusiasts. After, he gives his thoughts on the current NFT space and where he thinks it is headed in the future. Lastly, Yue answers if he will make more NFTs in the future.
In this week's edition of the ArtTactic Podcast, we chat with Suzanne Siano, founder of Modern Art Conservation, a New York art conservation studio. First, Suzanne identifies some of the primary services she offers her clients. Then, she discusses how COVID-19 impacted the art conservation industry. Also, she explains how technological innovation is being implemented into conservation techniques. After, she offers advice to collectors regarding the most common mistakes collectors make that can lead to conservation issues. Lastly, she shares some tips for artists to ensure their artworks don't produce conservation issues for their collectors down the road.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast we recap the inaugural edition of Tokyo Gendai with Arun Kakar, art market editor at Artsy. First, Arun shares the origins of the fair and also describes the present contemporary art scene in Tokyo. Then, he identifies the motivations for why so many US and European based galleries participated in the fair. Also, Arun recaps the overall sales at the fair and identifies some of the highlights. Lastly, he describes how collectors and galleries felt about the future outlook of the fair.
In this week's special episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, we share a recording of a recent panel discussion moderated by our founder, Anders Petterson, titled Luxury Insights: What's hot and what's not on the blockchain? Examining the digital revolution of the art world, and beyond. The panelists included Claudia Schurch (Christie’s), Sian Rodway (MDR x Tech), Bernadine Bröcker Wieder (Arcual), Alex Estorick (Right Click Save).
In this week's episode of the podcast, we recap Art Basel with Naomi Rea, global news editor at Artnet News. First, Naomi speaks about Art Basel being the most important fair in the world and answers if its relevance has diminished at all with the extremely busy art fair schedule. Then, she identifies what types of art sold well at the fair versus art that was slower to sell. Also, Naomi reveals the consensus takeaway regarding where the market sentiment is following the conclusion of the fair. Additionally, she comments on rising primary prices for emerging artists and its impact on demand for their work.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, Robert Kennan, head of editions Europe at Phillips auction house, joins us to chat about the editions market. First, Robert shares how much the editions market has grown over the past few years and explains why. Then, he discusses the different types of print collectors and to what extent it serves an entryway for collecting art. Also, Robert identifies some of the trending rising and established artists in the editions market today. Lastly, he gives some advice to new collectors on how to best begin a print collection.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast we're joined by Harold Eytan, CEO of Particle, a fractional ownership fine art company. First, Harold explains what Particle is and how the idea was conceived. Then, he walks us through how a customer buys artwork on their platform. After, Harold discusses how Particle distinguishes itself from other fractional ownership companies. Additionally, he identifies Particle's target audience and answers if they don't mind not physically living with the artwork they partly own. Later, Harold reveals the voting system utilized by owners to decide if and when artworks are sold. Lastly, he shares more details about their upcoming release of an H.R. Giger sculpture.
In this week’s episode of the ArtTactic Podcast we chat with Richard Polsky, author, dealer and founder of Richard Polsky Art Authentication, about the Andy Warhol market. First, Richard shares what it felt like to watch Warhol's Self-Portrait(Fright Wig)sell at auction last week for $1.6 million, a painting he previously owned and sold. Then, he describes what makes Warhol's market so unique compared to all other post-war and contemporary artists. Also, Richard identifies specific bodies of work that he feels are the best investments in Warhol. After, he touches on the exploding Warhol prints market. And finally, he explains how Warhol's market generally performs when the art market is softening.
In this week's edition of the ArtTactic Podcast, we're joined by Judd Tully, an independent arts journalist who contributes regularly to The Art Newspaper, to help us recap last week's major New York post-war & contemporary auctions. First, Judd helps us put last week's NY auctions in perspective given the weak results. Then, he identifies certain artists and price points that performed better than others. After, Judd shares how insiders reacted to the auction results. Also, he speculates what comes next after a soft sales season like we just experienced. Lastly, looking forward, Judd identifies some of the next major events in the art world he will be observing to see how the market performs.
In this week's edition of the ArtTactic Podcast, we're joined by Rosie Allan, managing director of Sophie Macpherson Ltd, to recap their brand new SML Art Market Salary Report, focused on the job market in the art world. First, Rosie shares why they produced the report as well as some of its key findings. Then, she identifies some of the ways increased wage transparency may impact the art market. After, Rosie reveals how the job market is performing considering both the broader economic uncertainty as well as substantial gallery expansion over the past few years.
In this week's edition of the ArtTactic Podcast, we're joined by Natasha Degen, chair of art market studies at the Fashion Institute of Technology and author of the new book, Merchants of Style: Art and Fashion After Warhol. First, Natasha tells us about her new book and what prompted her to want to explore this topic in detail. Then, she shares with us the history of artists embracing fashion and the fashion industry. Also, Natasha identifies some of the most common types of artist collaborations with fashion brands. After, she reveals why luxury brands are so eager to align themselves with contemporary art. Additionally, Natasha explains why the Met Gala has become such an important event in the fashion world. Lastly, she speculates why so many luxury brand flagships are designed by architects who first made their name in the art world.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast we chat with Nina Plowman and Charlotte Heath-Bullock, co-founders of Cultural Comms, an award winning PR firm based in London focused on the art world and other cultural sectors. First, we discuss what a PR firm does within the art world. And then, Nina and Charlotte explain how the art world is unique, from a PR perspective, compared to other more mainstream industries. Also, they identify trends in the PR space that are impacting how brands are communicating their messages to clients. After, Nina and Charlotte reveal some of the art world topics that are on their clients' minds. And lastly, they discuss the Luxury Insights Report: Blockchain, NFTs and the Future of Collectibles that they published with ArtTactic.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, Tony Karman, director of EXPO Chicago, joins us to preview this year's edition of the fair. First, Tony shares what makes EXPO Chicago unique compared to other art fairs. Then, he explains why it is so integral to have fairs in cities outside of New York and LA. Also, Tony discusses the growing art scene in Chicago and what makes it special. Lastly, he previews some of the highlights of this year's upcoming fair.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, Lisa Movius, the China Bureau Chief and Asia Correspondent for The Art Newspaper, joins us to recap this year's edition of Art Basel Hong Kong. First, Lisa shares expectations from the local art scene ahead of this iteration of the fair. Then, she shares what the ambience was like, being the first COVID restriction free edition of the fair since pre-pandemic. Also, Lisa recaps the overall sales at the fair this year and how much the local economy and politics had an impact. After, Lisa reveals if other Asian art hubs are catching up to Hong Kong. Finally, she explains to what extent mainland China's art scene is back to normal compared to Hong Kong.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast we're joined by James Cope, owner of AND NOW, a contemporary art gallery based in Dallas, Texas, and founder of the Dallas Invitational, a brand new art fair launching next month in Dallas. First, James tells us how the idea originated to establish a fair in Dallas. Then, he explains what visitor can expect at the inaugural edition located in the Fairmont Hotel. Also, James discusses the mix of galleries he invited to participate in the inaugural fair and why he landed on these galleries. After, James details some of the main reasons for the increasing buzz about Dallas' art scene. Lastly, James lets us know if he is thinking about expanding the size of the fair next year.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, Tim Schneider, art business editor at Artnet News and author of The Gray Market, joins us to discuss ChatGPT's impact on the art world. First, Tim explains what ChatGPT is, how it works and how one uses it. Then, he shares some examples of how ChatGPT today can easily be implemented within the art world. Also, Tim reveals how artists may leverage ChatGPT to enhance their careers. After, he states what the art world's response has been thus far. Lastly, he predicts the extent to which the art world will embrace ChatGPT over the next several years.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast we're joined by Benjamin Sutton, editor for the Americas at The Art Newspaper, to help us recap last week's fairs in Los Angeles. First, Ben addresses Frieze LA's change in venue this year and what visitors thought of the new location. Then, he highlights some of the major sales from the fair. Also, Ben summarizes how sales were overall at the fair and what the mood was like for the first major test for the art market in 2023. Further, he discusses how much the LA art scene has grown over the last few years. And lastly, he identifies some of the topics art insiders were discussing at the fair.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, Arun Kakar, art market editor at Artsy, joins us to discuss Brexit's lingering impact on the UK art market. First, Arun identifies how Brexit has made things more difficult for galleries and other art businesses to operate there. Then, he explains how Brexit has weakened the UK art market's standing in the broader art market. Despite this, Arun clarifies why there is still optimism in the market. And lastly, he reveals what areas of the market he will be monitoring moving forward to gauge Brexit's impact.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, we chat with Enid Tsui, arts editor at the South China Morning Post. First, they detail the impact of Covid travel restrictions on the art market in Hong Kong and China. Then, they discuss how Chinese collectors have been missed at art events such as fairs and auctions, and how galleries outside of China have not had as much of a presence there. Also, Enid speculates if the recent expansion in the art world in areas within Asia outside of China, such as Singapore and Seoul, is partly due to the government of China as well as Covid travel restrictions. She then gives an update on the art market in Hong Kong and mainland China and whether there is any talk of a potential softening. After, Enid explains the role of private museums in China in terms of serving the broader public within the art ecosystem in China. Lastly, Enid explains why there is high hopes for this year's edition of Art Basel Hong Kong.
In this week's episode of the podcast we speak with Vivienne Chow, correspondent at Artnet News about the burgeoning art scene in Singapore. First, Vivienne explains why the art world is suddenly interested in expansion into Singapore. Then, she compares it to Seoul, another emerging art scene in Asia. After, Vivienne recaps the inaugural edition of Art SG. Also, she discusses collecting trends and identifies some potential obstacles for businesses considering expanding within the region.
In this edition of Behind The Report, Adam Green previews our The Art Market 2022 – A Year In Review, in which we take a close look at the global auction market in 2022 and some of the key trends emerging across different fine art segments.
In this week’s episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, Mark Rappolt, editor-in-chief of ArtReview, joins us to review their recently published Power 100 rankings, listing the year’s most influential people in the contemporary art world. First, Mark tells us about the history of the list and how it is compiled each year. Then, he explains why the artist collective ruangrupa tops the list in 2022. Also, Mark discusses some of the new entrants on the list as well as some unexpected names. Finally, Mark shares broader trends in the contemporary art world regarding what positions are gaining or losing influence.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, we're joined by Charlotte Burns and Julia Halperin, co-creators of The Burns Halperin Report, which explores representation in U.S. museums and the international art market. First, Charlotte and Julia share some of the major takeaways from their report, in particular the lack of progress regarding museum acquisitions for female and minority artists. Then, they reveal if their findings, which conflict with recent narratives in the art media, were surprising to them. Also, Charlotte and Julia explain how social movements, such as Black Lives Matter and Me Too, have influenced museums' activities. After, they clarify if there are any positive findings in their report or if it is entirely pessimistic. Lastly, Charlotte and Julia identify certain museums who are indeed doing a relatively good job which acquiring artworks by female and minority artists.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, we catch up with Elena Zavelev and Andrea Steuer, co-founders at CADAF, Crypto and Digital Art Fair. First, they share to the extent CADAF has changed since the NFT boom. Then, Elena and Andrea identify some of the exciting artists in the digital art space that are either garnering significant commercial success or important curatorial support. Also, they explain how they are educating digital art collectors on how to properly display their art. After, Elena and Andrea discuss how the declining crypto market is impacting digital art. Lastly, they offer advice to new collectors on how to build a digital art collection.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, Nate Freeman, art columnist for Vanity Fair, joins us to recap this year's edition of Art Basel Miami. First, Nate shares the consensus he gathered on the quality of art at this year's fair as well as the mood pertaining to buying. Then, he theorizes why this year was slower than past editions in the recent past. Also, Nate details the history of Art Basel Miami and how the fair ended up in Miami versus other major cities in the US. Then, he shares some of the social highlights of the fair week. And lastly, Nate commentates on where the market stands as we head into 2023.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, we speak with Tokini Peterside-Schwebig, founder of ART X Lagos, the leading art fair in Lagos, Nigeria. First, Tokini tells us about the art scene in Lagos and the incredible growth it has experienced over the past few years. Then, she reveals how much interest artists in Lagos have garnered from galleries and collectors outside of the region. After, she recaps the seventh edition of ART X Lagos which concluded earlier this month and details the level of sales at this year's fair. Lastly, Tokini identifies some opportunities and challenges for the region moving forward.
In this week's edition of the ArtTactic Podcast we're joined by Daniel Cassady, art business reporter for ARTnews, to recap last week's major NY post-war and contemporary auctions. First, Daniel reveals how the sales did from an overall perspective. Then, he discusses emerging artists at auction versus more established artists. Also, Daniel reveals if market participants were surprised by the softening witnessed in the auctions. After, he identifies some artwork highlights and surprising results. Lastly, Daniel gauges how the market is feeling heading into Art Basel Miami, the last major test for the art market in 2022.
In this week's episode of the podcast we speak with Jessica Carlisle, managing director of Artistate, a firm that provides advisory services to artists and estates on artist estates. First, Jessica shares who generally manages an artist estate. Then, she identifies some of the most important decisions an estate has to make after the artist dies. Also, Jessica discusses the variance in artist estates in terms of the volume and quality of art held by the estate. After, Jessica reveals some of the most common dilemmas that estates encounter. Lastly, she offers advice to living artists to ensure they have a properly setup estate.
In this week's edition of the ArtTactic Podcast, we speak with Zachary Small, reporter at The New York Times. First, Zachary identifies some of the major museums that are suddenly embracing NFTs and how they are doing so. Then, he elaborates on some of the reasons why we are suddenly seeing museums involved with this medium. Also, Zachary explains how the rise and fall of the NFT market has impacted how museums are working with digital artist as well as if museums finally providing a level of curatorial support may stabilize the market. Lastly, he speculates on what percentage of museums will embrace this medium over the next several years.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, Julia Halperin, executive editor at Artnet News, joins us to recap Frieze London and Paris+. First, Julia tells us what the scene was like at the inaugural edition of Paris+. Then, she compares Paris+ to Frieze London and shares if a preference between the two is already developing. Also, Julia reveals the strength of sales at the fairs and to what extent the softening economy is impacting the art market. Lastly, Julia identifies some of the major art market events of the year she will be closely monitoring.
In this edition of Behind The Report, Adam Green previews our inaugural Women Artists Report in which our findings reveal Ultra-Contemporary women artists under the age of 30 accounted for more than two-thirds of auction sales for this age category.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, we're joined by Pierre Valentin, partner at Constantine Cannon and also founder and chair of International Catalogue Raisonné Association. First, Pierre tells us what exactly a catalogue raisonné is. Then, he identifies some of the most common ways they are used by different market participants. Also, Pierre reveals how catalogue raisonnés have evolved in the past year fews. Lastly, Pierre offers advice to living artists to ensure they will be able to more easily create a catalogue raisonné of their work later in their career.
In this edition of the ArtTactic Podcast, we speak with Devang Thakkar, Head of Christie's Ventures, about their new area of the business, Christie's Ventures. First, Devang explains what Christie's Ventures is and what motivated the auction house to want to establish a venture capital branch. Then, he describes Christie's mindset now regarding exploring different types of opportunities and investments even in this uncertain economic climate. After, Devang shares how Christie's can leverage its experience, expertise and brand in the art market so their investments are more than purely financial. Also, he identifies some areas of how NFTs are collected that can be improved so it can mature as a collectible. Lastly, Devang share details about Christie's Ventures' first investment.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, John Wiley, manager of valuation analytics at Hagerty, an American automotive lifestyle and membership company, helps us recap the record setting Monterey classic car auctions. First, John shares if the record shattering $469 million auctions was a surprising result. Then, he reveals who is fueling this robust market at these price levels. Additionally, John identifies some of the most noteworthy results, some surprises and potential areas of weakness in the market moving forward.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, we chat with Andy St. Louis, a Seoul based art critic and founder of Seoul Art Friend, an online platform dedicated to promoting contemporary Korean art. First, Andy shares how Seoul became a burgeoning contemporary art hub in such a short period of time. Then, he details the the infrastructure of the art market in Seoul and how it compares to other major art markets. Also, Andy speculates why Frieze choose Seoul as the Asian city to host their fair and reveals what locals' expectations are for the fair. Lastly, he identifies some challenges for the Korean art market moving forward.
In this week’s special mailbag podcast episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, ArtTactic’s Adam Green and Anders Petterson answer questions from listeners focused on the art market's surge during the pandemic, what happens during a recession, the rise and fall of NFTs, fractional ownership and more.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, we speak with Rebecca Fine, Managing Director at Athena Art Finance x Yieldstreet. First, Rebecca tells us about Athena Art Finance and Yieldstreet and how art fits into their offerings. Then she shares more about their art funds including how they build a portfolio of art. Also, Rebecca reveals who is the typical type of investor attracted to art funds, whether it is existing art collectors or those without exposure to the art market. Additionally, she clarifies how the inflationary, bull market of the past two years has changed art funds' appeal to prospective investors, she compares their products to Masterworks and she gives her forecasts on the art market in the short and medium term.
In this week's edition of the ArtTactic Podcast we speak with Simon de Pury, founder of de PURY, about their new series of curated auctions in which artists receive the proceeds from the auction. First, Simon shares the concept behind this new auction series and how it came about. Then, he speculates why we are at a point now where artists are more inclined to embrace auctions after it being such a taboo arena for them for so many years. Also, Simon reflects on how long he has been contemplating artists' exclusion from the auction process and how they can be more involved. After, he reveals what conversations were like with artists who wanted to participate and why some chose not to do so.
In this week's edition of the ArtTactic Podcast, we're joined by Saša Bogojev, curator at Contemporary Art Now, a brand new art fair opening July 13-17 in Ibiza. First, Saša chats about his previous experiences as contributing editor for Juxtapoz and tells us what it was like to review numerous exhibitions for the prominent publication. Then, he shares his thoughts on some of the most exciting trends in contemporary art. After, Saša explains how he became the curator of the new art fair, Contemporary Art Now. Further, he details how Contemporary Art Now differentiates itself from other art fairs, he identifies some of his favorite booths that will be at the fair and he reveals some of his longer term goals for the fair.
In this week's edition of the ArtTactic Podcast, Naomi Rea, European market editor at Artnet News, helps us recap this year's edition of Art Basel. Being the first iteration of the fair in its summer spot since before the pandemic, Naomi first tells us what the atmosphere was like and if it felt similar to pre-pandemic editions. Also, she reveals if the fair was well attended by participants outside of Europe. Additionally, Naomi describes the level of sales at the fair this year and identifies some of the most noteworthy ones. Then, she discusses a change in Art Basel exhibitor rules that magnified the divide between younger and more established artists that we are witnessing in the market. Further, Naomi shares to what extent the economic uncertainty we are witnessing permeated into the art fair. Lastly, she clarifies where market sentiment sits as we head into the summer months.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, Judd Tully, an independent arts journalist who contributes regularly to ARTnews and The Art Newspaper, helps us recap the busy May art market consisting of several art fairs and auctions. First, Judd identifies some of the major takeaways from the May NY auctions. Then, he shares what market insiders are saying about the incredible prices achieved by rising artists at auction. Also, Judd addresses if the art market has been negatively impacted by a declining stock market, rising inflation and increased geopolitical conflicts. Further, he touches on Art Basel Hong Kong and how China is dealing with being isolated from the rest of the art market. Lastly, Judd details some new changes to auction regulations in New York which may have major ramifications on the auction industry.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, we chat with Lee Kaplan, founder and co-owner of Arcana: Books on the Arts. First, Lee tell us about the origins of the shop and what exactly they do as specialists in new, rare, and out of print books, catalogues, and ephemera on 20th + 21st century Art. Established in 1984, Lee then explains how art books were utilized in that pre-digital era. Today, with the digitization of books, he then explains how people predominantly use art books. Also, Lee describes the health of the first edition art book market at the moment and identifies interesting trends. Additionally, Lee discusses the Amazon Effect on the art book market, gives advice for beginning art book collectors and shares the backstory behind the Getty Research Institute acquiring an archive of materials on African-American Art and Artists that Lee had compiled for decades.
In this week's edition of the podcast, we chat with artist Amir H. Fallah. First, Amir explains why he believes it is important for artists to openly discuss their experiences navigating the art world. Then, he shares some guiding principles that help him manage several aspects of his career. Also, Amir discusses what it was like to not experience success immediately in his career, identifies qualities he looks for in a gallery, explains the importance of having relationships with his collectors and reveals how he manages his emotions when his artworks come up for auction.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast we chat with Edouard Gouin, co-founder and CEO of Convelio, about the art shipping industry. First, Edouard tells us how Convelio fits within the art shipping landscape. Then, he details how they are innovating in an otherwise antiquated space. Also, Edouard identifies Covid and the war in Ukraine as the two primary reasons for substantially increased shipping costs over the past year. Further, he shares to what extent the art shipping industry is focused on shipping in a more environmentally friendly manner. Lastly, Edouard offers us some shipping advice and identifies some common mistakes to avoid.
In this week's edition of the ArtTactic Podcast, we're joined by Richard Polsky, author, dealer and founder of Richard Polsky Art Authentication as he helps us preview Andy Warhol's Shot Sage Blue Marilyn which is up for auction at Christie's with a $200 million pre-sale estimate. First, Richard explains why the Marilyn Monroe 40 inch portrait is so important not only in Warhol's practice but also in Post-War Art in general. Then, he shares the story behind how it became known as a "Shot" painting. Also, Richard identifies some potential buyers of this masterpiece. After, he gives us more details on the seller of the painting and lastly Richard predicts what it will ultimately sell for at auction.
In this week's episode of the podcast, we're joined by Audrey Ou, co-founder and CEO of TRLab, a creative production studio and NFT sale platform focused on fine art. First, Audrey tells us more about TRLab and how it fits into the NFT space. Then, she shares to what extent the NFT and traditional art spaces have already crossed over and how much potential there is for this in the future. Also, Audrey comments on the saturation of the nascent NFT industry and what it will take for products to succeed in the long-run. Lastly, she discusses the educational and curatorial void in the NFT world and how TRLab is trying to fill that.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, we chat with José da Silva, exhibitions editor of The Art Newspaper, about their Visitor Figures annual museum survey. First, José shares some museum attendance trends from 2021 and how they compare to the previous year. Then, he explains to what extent COVID is still impacting museums and how many are operating at a normal capacity. Also, José identifies different tactics museums are employing to attract visitors including Tik Tok. Lastly, José reveals a few of the most surprising takeaways from this year's survey.
In this edition of Behind The Report, Adam Green previews our Market Analysis: Modern & Contemporary African Artists 2016 – 2021 in which our findings reveal the African art market surged back into action during 2021, and has registered the highest auction sales total on record.
In this week's episode of the podcast, we're joined by Jason Bailey, co-founder of Artnome and ClubNFT, to chat about the digital art space. First, tells us about the history of the digital art space and what the environment was like then when it wasn't nearly as popular as it is today. Then, he identifies some concerning issues facing NFTs and how his new venture, Club NFT, aims to resolve them. one of the few people who have been heavily involved in the traditional art world with data and analysis and the digital art world. Also, Jason speculates if there will be significant crossover between the NFT and traditional art world in the future.
In this week's edition of the ArtTactic Podcast, we chat with Sara Reesman, chief curator and director of NA affairs at the National Academy of Design, and Thomas Moore, director of development at the National Academy of Design. First, Sara and Thomas tell us about the history of the academy and why it was established. After opening in 1825, they then tell us what the academy has been doing the past few hundred years. Then, Sara and Thomas explain how artists join the academy. Also, they share why they think the academy still resonates today with reputable artists, such as recent Academicians like Rashid Johnson and Julie Mehretu. Lastly, they tell us why they have embraced a startup mentality despite being a few hundred years old.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, Lisa Movius, the China Bureau Chief and Asia Correspondent for The Art Newspaper, joins us to update us on the Chinese art market. First, Lisa tells us how things are in China at the moment with COVID. Then, she shares the mood in China at the moment within the art world. Also, Lisa explains how Chinese galleries have been able to thrive during the pandemic due to being agile.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, we're joined by Robert Dimin, partner at Denny Dimin Gallery. First, Rob tells us when he established the gallery and how it fits within the gallery ecosystem in NYC. Then, he describes the experience of owning a gallery in NYC during the pandemic and updates us on where things stand at the moment. After, Rob dives into the gallery business model and identifies some of the primary costs and challenges of operating a gallery and reveals the ways a gallery can grow. Further, Rob touches on the keys to a successful gallery-artist relationship.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, we chat with Melanie Gerlis, art market columnist for the Financial Times about her brand new book, The Art Fair Story: A Rollercoaster Ride. First, Melanie shares the history of when art fairs originated and what was their original purpose. Then, she identifies some of the most pivotal moments in the modern history of art fairs that had a significant impact on the art market. Also, Melanie explains why art fairs today are so polarizing and speculates how long this feeling has persisted. Lastly, she predicts how art fairs may substantially evolve in the next several years.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, we're joined by the artist Emily Mae Smith. We chat with Emily about having an artist's voice included in conversations about the art market, the stigma of artists following and speaking about their market, how she is managing her career now that she has commercial and institutional success and she also shares some advice to rising artists.
In this week's edition of the ArtTactic Podcast, Jamie Bennett, head of social media and partnerships at Larry's List, an art market knowledge company, and Jan Serwart, founder of NAMAC, a quantitative art market research company, join us to discuss their Art Collector Instagram Attention Report. First, Jamie and Jan tell us why all of the interactions on Instagram between users is important information that can be extracted to provide insights on what is going on in the art market. Then, they explain how exactly they assessed how much attention artists were receiving on Instagram. After, Jamie and Jan reveal who were the top attention receiving artists in their report. Also, they shared some key differences in attention artists received by geography.
In this edition of Behind The Report, Adam Green previews our annual RawFacts Auction Review in which our findings reveal global auction sales from Christie’s, Sotheby’s and Phillips totaled $12.6 billion in 2021, up 70% from 2020.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, Marek Claassen, co-founder of Artfacts and Limna, joins us to discuss how they are using data and technology to democratize the art market. First, Marek explains why they have been tracking thousands of artists' exhibition history for years and how they have been doing it. Then, he shares what he has learned about how important an artist's exhibition history is to their cultural importance, longevity and price. Then, Marek reveals details about his new app, Limna, a machine learning app leveraging Artfact's database, including providing suggested values for artworks for sale on the primary market.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, Benjamin Sutton, editor of the Americas at The Art Newspaper, joins us for our end of the year podcast to recap the art market in 2021. First, Benjamin shares his biggest moment of the art market this past year. Then, he reveals some of the winners in the art market in 2021. Also, Benjamin identifies the trends in art that defined the year. Lastly, Benjamin gives a bold prediction for the art market in 2022.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, we're joined by Denis Belkevich, co-founder of Fuelarts, the first and only accelerator for art and tech startups. First, Denis explains how the accelerator works including how they select companies and how they help develop their businesses. Then, Denis identifies some significant innovation opportunities within the art market. Also, he reveals if the art world is seeing increased interest from investors in conjunction with the surging art market. Finally, Denis explains why when it comes to the art world, certain types of investors are preferable over others.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, we're joined by Jamie Yu, head of modern and contemporary art at Poly Auction, the leading auction house in China, to chat about the Chinese art market. First, Jamie tells us a little bit about Poly Auction and how it fits within the Chinese art market. Then, she identifies some of the most significant ways the Chinese art market has evolved over the past decade. Also, Jamie touches on Chinese art collectors pursuing emerging artists, especially at auction. Further, Jamie touches on social media, private museums and foundations, and some of the misconceptions about the Chinese art market.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, Judd Tully, independent arts journalist, helps us recap the major November contemporary auctions. First, Judd tells us about how the Macklowe sale, that earned almost $700 million, came to be and how the provenance impacted the sales results. Then, he compares the strength of the current contemporary art market to previous periods. Also, Judd tells us if insiders had positive feelings following the sales or if there is concern of a looming bubble.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, we're joined by our founder Anders Petterson, to discuss our brand new NFT Art Market Report. First, Anders explains what ultimately persuaded him to start covering NFTs at ArtTactic and produce an NFT Art Market Report. Then, he shares if it is a small group of artists who are thriving or is it quite expansive. Also, Anders comments on the significant gender gap in the NFT market and if it is being addressed in any meaningful way. Lastly, Anders shares his view on in NFTs are here to stay.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast we chat with Reena Devi, independent arts journalist, about the growing art scene in Seoul, Korea. While there has been a lot of focus over the past decade on different areas in Asia, first Hong Kong, then mainland China, Reena explains why the international art world is turning to Seoul now. Then, she explains how celebrity culture in Korea, specifically K-pop music, is significantly influencing collecting habits within the country. Also, Reena responds to Frieze Art Fair's decision to expand into Asia with a fair in Seoul. Further, she explains the motivation behind the influx of young collectors in Korea and also shares how this incredible growth is impacting the local art market in Seoul.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, we chat with Anna Brady, art market editor of The Art Newspaper, about the surging prices for emerging art at auction. First, Anna recaps Frieze Art Fair, the first major art fair in London since the pandemic began. Then, she discusses the Hayward Gallery museum exhibition featuring several emerging UK artists who are experiencing significant commercial success. After, Anna rehashes the major contemporary auctions and addresses how galleries, collectors and artists are responding to the extraordinary prices achieved by emerging artists.
In this week's edition of the ArtTactic Podcast, Mike Steib, CEO of Artsy, chats with us about the evolving online art market. First, Mike reflects on the past 18 months and identifies how the online art market has changed. Then, he shares data revealing how much the art market has expanded since the first few months after the pandemic began. Also, Mike touches on the record breaking Julie Mehretu painting that recently sold on Artsy for $6.5 million. Additionally, he explains how Artsy is ensuring artists of all backgrounds have opportunities on their platform. And lastly, Mike gives his opinion on NFTs and to what extent they will crossover into the traditional art world.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, Nate Freeman, art columnist at Vanity Fair, chats with us about the latest edition of Art Basel. First, Nate tells us what the mood was like at this year's fair and explains how it compared to a normal Art Basel. Then, he reveals to what extent American and Asian collectors were missing from the fair and if their absence had a noticeable impact on sales. After, Nate identifies some of the most noteworthy sales and booth presentations this year. Further, he explains how much closer this fair has brought the art world to returning to a normal fair experience. Finally, Nate speculates what the lifting of the travel ban in the US may mean for Art Basel Miami later this year.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, Eileen Kinsella, senior market reporter for Artnet News, joins us to recap the Armory Show. First, Eileen answers if this past week was the biggest week for the art world in NYC since the pandemic began. Then, she reveals what the international presence was like at the fair. After, Eileen reveals some of the most noteworthy booths and sales. Additionally, she shares what the new venue was like at the Javis Center compared to previous editions at the piers. Lastly, Eileen speculates how close we are to returning to a normal fair experience.
In this week's edition of the ArtTactic Podcast, we chat with Davida Nemeroff, owner of Night Gallery, and William Hathaway, partner and sales director at Night Gallery, about a variety of fascinating topics relating to the art world. First, we discuss their opening of a new, larger gallery space and some of the major factors that went into their decision to expand. Then, they identify some of the major ways the art world in Los Angeles has changed over the past few years. Also, reflecting on the pandemic, Davida and William share some of the biggest challenges of this experience and on a more positive note, reveal how it may have helped the industry evolve. Further, they tell us how business is going at the gallery compared to the beginning of the pandemic and even before it. Finally, Davida and William offer advice to younger artists in the early stages of their careers.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, we chat with Katey Acquaro, Independent Art Fair's head of production & exhibitor resources, about this year's fair which occurs from September 9th-12th. First, Katey introduces us to the Independent Art Fair, contextualizes how it fits into next week and compares it to the Armory. Then, she explains how similar this year's experience will be to a normal art fair and what safety measures will be implemented. Also, Katey tells us about the Independent Art Fair's new venue in lower Manhattan. Additionally, she provides us with insights on what her conversations have been like with galleries leading up to the fair and how many are feeling about participating in their first fair since the pandemic began. Lastly, Katey shares a few presentations she's most excited about seeing at the fair.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, John Wiley, manager of valuation analytics at Hagerty, an American automotive lifestyle and membership company, joins us to recap this past week's major Monterey classic car auctions. First, John tells us if the classic car market has been as resilient and robust as the art market since the first few months of the pandemic. Then, he explains to what level the car market successfully shifted online. After, John sets the scene for us and shares what it is like to be at the Monterey car auctions and reveals how how important of a barometer the event is for the market. Additionally, he identifies some of the major sales and trends from the auction.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, we speak with Chris Ivy, director of sports collectibles at Heritage Auctions, about the surging sports collectibles market. First, Chris tells us what items fall into the sports collectibles category. Then, he explains why the market fell in popularity after the proliferation of the internet and why it is experience a resurgence. Also, Chris reveals why sports grading services adds much needed liquidity to the sports cards market. Further, he shares how NFTs have infiltrated the sports collectibles market. Lastly, Chris identifies a few exciting items featured in an ongoing auction at Heritage.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast we are joined by Bettina Huang, GM and head of Platform, an art e-commerce experience that enables constant discovery with no barriers to graduating from art enthusiast to art collector. First, Bettina explains what Platform is and how it differentiates itself from other ecommerce sites in the art world. Then, she clarifies David Zwirner's affiliation with Platform and shares how she got connected with him initially. Also, Bettina tells us about why helping bring the art community together is such an important goal for Platform, especially during the pandemic. Lastly, she shares how galleries have responded to the idea of participating on a new e-commerce site.
In this week's edition of the ArtTactic Podcast we chat with Kelly Crow, art market reporter for The Wall Street Journal, about how the art world is coming out of the pandemic. First, Kelly discusses shifts in tastes for certain contemporary artists and types of artworks during the pandemic. Then, she touches on the softening of several established artists including Jeff Koons. Additionally, Kelly reveals to what extent the mainstream art world is embracing NFTs. Finally, Kelly tells us how the auction market is doing relative to before and during the pandemic as well as how much Asian millennial buyers have to do with it.
In this edition of Behind The Report, Adam Green previews our latest Contemporary Art Market Confidence Report in which our findings reveal the highest Confidence Indicator since January 2014 and up 89% from the pre-pandemic reading in September 2019.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic we're joined by Ronnie Pirovino, contemporary art collector, curator, appraiser and recognized as one of the early and most prolific collectors of KAWS’ work and Lindsay Griffith, Head of Department for Prints & Multiples in New York at Christie’s, ahead of their co-curated auction Trespassing at Christie's. First, we ask Lindsay about the intersection between urban and contemporary art as well as last year's inaugural Trespassing sale. Then, Ronnie shares why they included a select number of NFTs in this year's auction. Also, Lindsay explains how robust the art market is at this moment and why it is doing so well. Further, Ronnie addresses the significant number of urban art collectors who have expanded their collecting interests to more mainstream contemporary artists and how that trend has continued over the past year. Finally, Ronnie and Lindsay share a few of their favorite artworks in their Trespassing auction which is live now at Christie's.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, we chat with Meg Maggio, director at Pekin Fine Arts, about the latest happenings in the Chinese art scene. First, Meg recalls what the start of the pandemic was like for her and the art world in Beijing and what her experience has been like relocating from Beijing to Hong Kong to the States. Then, after giving up her gallery space in Beijing, she shares her mindset as she weights her options on what kind of a gallery space she needs moving forward. Also, we touch on the rapidly evolving museum space in China and how high caliber museum shows are positively impacting several aspects of the Chinese art scene. Further, Meg touches on the red hot Chinese art market as well as the growing number of art fairs throughout Asia.
In this week's edition of the ArtTactic Podcast, we speak with Cosmin Ene, founder and CEO of Contribute.to, a tool that lets people pay artists, creatives and creators for the work they enjoy seeing online. First, Cosmin tells us how Contribute.to works to help facilitate instant payments online to artists. Then, he shares how he came up with the idea for Contribute.to during the pandemic. Also, Cosmin explains what people are getting in return for contributions to artists. Additionally, Cosmin reveals how social media has transformed how creators are engaging with their audiences. Further, he comments on the increasing trend of crowdsourcing and patronage online. Finally, Cosmin shares some success stories from Contribute.to's platform.
In this week's edition of the ArtTactic Podcast, Philip Hoffman, founder and CEO of The Fine Art Group, joins us to discuss their recent acquisition of Pall Mall Art Advisors. First, Philip tells us about Pall Mall and why they decided to acquire them at this time in which we are seeing increasing consolidation in the art market. Then, he reveals what he sees as the future of services to collectors and identifies what collectors are looking for at this time. Also, Philip explains the importance of appraisals and the frequency at which artworks should be appraised. After, he gives his sense on the state of the art market from when Covid initially started to where we are today. Lastly, Philip shares where he is seeing interesting value opportunities in the broader art market now.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, we chat with Joe Charalambous, president and founding partner of TPC Art Finance, a firm that delivers tailored art-backed lending services to the global art community. First, Joe explains how TPC Art Finance fits in the industry landscape. Then, he reveals how things unfolded in the art financing area when the pandemic initially started and where things are now. Also, Joe reveals what we are seeing in the broader economy and how it is translating into the types of interest rates he can provide borrowers. Lastly, Joe walks us through the process of actually getting an art loan.
In this edition of Behind The Report, Adam Green previews our inaugural NFT Art Market Report focusing on the sale of NFTs during the period of January 2020 to May 2021.
In this week's special mailbag podcast episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, ArtTactic's Adam Green and Anders Petterson answer questions from listeners focused on art fairs, the art market during the pandemic, NFTs and more.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, Loring Randolph, director of programming at Frieze New York, joins us to preview next week's Frieze New York art fair, the first major in-person art fair in the US in 2021. First, Loring shares how much deliberation there was as to if the fair would occur in person. Then, she reveals what visitors can expect this year in terms of safety measures for the fair. Also, Loring tells us how different galleries' attitudes were about participating in the fair. Lastly, Loring previews some of the art that will be on view as well as the accompanying programming for the fair.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast we chat with Richard Polsky, author, dealer and founder of Richard Polsky Art Authentication, about the 10 year anniversary of the closing of the Andy Warhol Authentication Board. First, Richard tells us how the board operated and what the experience was like to get an artwork authenticated by it. Then, he shares how the market and relevant participants reacted when the Warhol Foundation announced they were closing the Authentication Board? Also, Richard reveals to what extent the closing of the Authentication Board impacted the artist's market. Finally, Richard updates on how he is trying to fill the void left behind with his business Richard Polsky Art Authentication.
In this week's edition of the ArtTactic Podcast, we're joined by Rebecca Anne Proctor, an independent journalist based in Dubai, to recap this year's edition of Art Dubai, the first major art fair to occur in person in 2021. First, Rebecca updates us on the current situation in Dubai regarding COVID. Then, she shares her experience of attending Art Dubai in person and reveals the notable differences between this year's edition and previous ones. Also, Rebecca reveals how safe she and other attendees felt at the fair. Then, she tells us how eager galleries were to participate in the fair. Lastly, Rebecca answers based on her in person experience if she feels more confident that art fairs later this year will occur.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, Barry Avrich, producer and director at Melbar Entertainment Group joins us to chat about his new documentary Made You Look: A True Story About Fake Art that chronicles the events of the largest art fraud in American history. First, Barry shares a brief recap of the infamous Knoedler Gallery art fraud. Then, he tells us what inspired him to make a documentary about this unprecedented fraud. Also, he reveals how eager Ann Freedman, the former director of Knoedler Gallery, was to participate in the documentary and if Barry believes Ann knew she was selling fake artworks or not. Then Barry explains why the blame seems to fall on Ann, rather than Glafira Rosales, who was selling the fakes to Knoedler Gallery, and the forger, Pei-Shen Qian. Finally, Barry tells us if the art world has changed in any meaningful way as a result of the Knoeder Gallery fraud.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, we chat with Francesca Bellini-Joseph, founder of ACT Programme, an online platform that offers art career transformation programs for the art world. First, we talk to Francesca about her career path and why she eventually established ACT Programme. Then, she explains why artists need to consider themselves entrepreneurs rather than simply artists. Also, Francesca reveals some of the skills that artists are taught in their artist program. Regarding galleries, Francesca highlights certain things that galleries could be doing differently to improve their businesses, which became especially evident during the pandemic. And finally, she identifies some of the different areas Act Programme focuses on in the program they offer galleries.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, we're joined by Bimpe Nkontchou, founder & managing principal of W8 Advisory, a multi-family office and wealth management practice, based in London, focused on high net worth African families. First, we ask Bimpe why there is suddenly increased focus on the contemporary African art scene. Then, she tells us if African high net worth families are viewing contemporary African art as an alternative asset class. Also, Bimpe shares if Africans are beginning to collect art in response to the increased popularity of contemporary African art. Additionally, she explains how vital art patronage is to the African art community as well as the important role established African artists are playing to ensure that emerging artists can develop their practices and careers.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, we chat with Ochuko Ojiri, founder of Ramp Gallery, a London-based gallery specializing in emerging and contemporary artists. First, Chuko updates us on the lockdown in London and how it is impacting galleries. Then, he tells us how the gallery has been able to find success despite opening just a few months before the pandemic started. Also, Chuko shares how younger artists have managed through the pandemic, explains the positive impact of Instagram on both his gallery and his artists and offers advice to emerging artists who are just beginning their careers.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, we chat with Matty Soudagar, who runs a prominent blog, DCL Blogger, focused on investing in NFTs and digital art. First, Matty explains what non-fungible token(NFT for short) means and what is a digital artwork. Then, he shares to what extent digital art collectors display the art in their homes versus investors who are purely motivated by financial motives. Next, Matty reveals how seamless it is to buy and sell NFTs on the blockchain. Also, Matty tells us if the significant volatility of cryptocurrencies makes it difficult to purchase digital artworks with them. Additionally, he identifies some of the leading digital artists at the moment as well as some of the most popular marketplaces to browse and purchase artworks.
In this edition of Behind The Report, Adam Green previews our NextGen Artist Monitor report on Lynette Yiadom-Boakye, in which we take a look at different aspects of her market and career including her lengthy institutional support as well as her market.
In this week's edition of the ArtTactic Podcast, Rachel Bers, director of the grant making program at The Andy Warhol Foundation for the Visual Arts. First, Rachel shares the history of the foundation and the motivation for Andy Warhol founding it upon his death. Then, she explains the different types of grants the foundation gives to arts organizations. Also, Rachel tells us how the foundation's granting activities have changed in response to the pandemic.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, Scott Reyburn, art market journalist who frequently writes in The New York Times and The Art Newspaper, joins us to discuss the red chip art phenomenon, a new term he coined to describe the art by younger artists that have appeared at auction selling for staggering amounts. First, Scott tells us about the term he coined and the corresponding phenomenon happening at auction. Then, Scott identifies some of the noticeable differences between this current art market cycle and previous ones. Also, he discusses the role that Instagram is playing in the art market to push demand and prices for art by emerging artists. Further, Scott explains why the current market has some questioning art as an alternative asset and shares if insiders believe this current trend will continue for the next few years.
In this week's edition of the ArtTactic Podcast, Zachary Small, contributor at The New York Times, joins us to discuss looming increased regulations in the US antiquities market. First, Zachary tells us about the National Defense Authorization Act passed by US Congress which includes new regulations for the antiquities market. Then, he reveals how much push back there has been from the art trade, who generally prefer a more opaque marketplace. Also, Zachary shares if the extent of illicit sales of antiquities is truly known. Finally, he offers a timeline for when the regulations may be implemented.
In this end of year episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, we're joined by Nate Freeman, Senior Art Business Reporter at Artnet. First, Nate shares his top storylines of the art market in 2020. Then, he identifies Avery Singer, Nicolas Party, Harold Ancart, Titus Kaphar, Simone Leigh, Amoako Boafo and Matthew Wong as the biggest artist market winners of the past year. Also, Nate reveals which segment of the market was the weakest this past year. Lastly, Nate shares a bold prediction for the art market in 2021.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, art market reporter Katya Kazakina joins us to recap last week's major contemporary auctions. First, Katya discusses the incredible high prices achieved during the auctions by several younger and mid-career artists and why it has prompted talk of a bubble in the contemporary art market. Then, she touches on museums' interest in artists of color and female artists and how that is impacting demand for their work on the primary and secondary market. Katya has also been monitoring the significantly high number of deaccessioning occurring at museums during the pandemic and explains why some incidents have been more controversial than others. Finally, as the year is winding down and we look ahead to 2021, Katya gives us a sense of what peoples' expectations for the art market are moving forward.
In this edition of Behind The Report, Adam Green previews our latest Contemporary Art Market Confidence Report in which our findings reveal a v-shaped recovery in the art market.
In this week's edition of the ArtTactic Podcast, Mary McCauley, arts report for The Baltimore Sun, joins us to discuss the Baltimore Museum of Art's controversial attempt to deaccession three paintings from the museum's permanent collection. First, Mary tells us about the paintings by Andy Warhol, Brice Marden and Clyfford Still and their history with the museum's collection. Then, she reveals what the museum's motivation was to sell the paintings and why they ultimately decided against it. Also, she speculates why the museum received such intense scrutiny while other museums haven't. Lastly, Mary tells us how the residents of Baltimore felt about the museum's controversial decision.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, we chat with Susan J. Mumford, CEO and co-founder of ArtAML, a technology company that provides anti-money laundering checks and expertise for the art market. First, Susan explains what anti-money laundering is and details the new major AML regulation in Europe that is starting to impact the art world. Then, she walk us through how art transactions are changing as a result of the new regulations. Also, Susan explains how ArtAML's tools make it easier for businesses to comply with AML regulations. Further, Susan tells us about the extent of regulations outside of Europe and art markets in other regions are following certain AML practices.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, Reena Davi, arts journalist and critic, joins us to discuss her recent article in CoBo Social about the lack of innovation in the art fair experience. First, Reena recaps the online art fair experience since the pandemic started and details how different fairs are approaching their online platforms. Then, she shares what motivated her to write an article on the lack of evolution of the art fair experience. Also, Reena explains why she believes the online art fairs actually reveal a larger problem pertaining to art fairs. Further, Reena identifies some of the reasons why we haven't seen major progress in the art fair experience in a long time. Lastly, she looks ahead to the future of art fairs and if she expects more of the same or real innovation.
In this edition of Behind The Report, Adam Green previews our brand new series of reports, Then & Now, that will explore how different artist groups or movements from the past are faring in today’s auction market. In this first edition of the series, we look at the group of Young British Artists (YBAs) who emerged during the 1990s and in particular, those artists that participated in the infamous Sensation exhibition at the Royal Academy of Arts in 1997. This includes Damien Hirst, Jenny Saville, Chris Ofili, Tracey Emin, Glenn Brown, Marc Quinn, Sarah Lucas and many others.
In this week's edition of the ArtTactic Podcast, Laura Hoptman, executive director at The Drawing Center, joins us to discuss how she has managed the museum throughout the pandemic. First, Laura introduces us to The Drawing Center, including the museum's history and mission. Then, she describes what it was like to have the museum close abruptly due to the pandemic and how she managed the museum throughout COVID. Also, Laura explains how the museum was able to continue to interact with visitors despite being physically closed. Further, Laura addresses how The Drawing Center has and is continuing to address the racial inequality discussions that have dominated society. Lastly, Laura previews their current exhibition, 100 Drawings from Now, a large group exhibition featuring drawings available for sale to raise funds for the museum.
In this week's edition of the ArtTactic Podcast, Michael Klein, head of Sotheby's Mei Moses, joins us to discuss how the art market is performing during the COVID-19 pandemic according to Sotheby's Mei Moses index. First, Michael familiarizes us with the history Mei Moses index and explains how it works. Then, he reveals that while total auction sales are down significantly during the pandemic, the art market is actually performing better than it did last year. Michael also explains why the supply of art is down more than demand for art and the ramifications of that in the short-term and long-term. Finally, Michael tells us the truth about the trend of new millennial art collectors.
In this week's edition of the ArtTactic Podcast we chat with Thomas Girst, global head of BMW Group Cultural Engagement. First, Thomas discusses the history of BMW's extensive cultural engagement in the visual arts. Then, he shares how BMW Group Cultural Engagement has been impacted by the COVID pandemic. Also, Thomas reveals why we will unfortunately see less support of the visual arts from companies as a result of this crisis. Additionally, Thomas explains how he measures the success of the initiatives he spearheads at BMW. Finally, he offers advice for cultural organizations seeking corporate engagement.
In this edition of Behind The Report, Adam Green previews our Artist Market Report on George Condo in which we take a look at different aspects of his market and career including the term he coined Artificial Realism, his exhibition and institutional history, as well as an in-depth look at every aspect of his auction market.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, Evan Beard, National Art Service Executive at Bank of America Private Bank, updates us on the art lending space. First, Evan categorizes the different types of lenders in the art financing industry and reveals which bucket Bank of America Private Bank falls in. Then, Evan shares how the COVID-19 pandemic along with the associated economic swings have impacted art lending activities. Also, he explains why art financing is no longer a niche practice within the art world. Lastly, Evan identifies a few key challenges facing the growth of the art lending industry in the medium to long term.
In this edition of Behind The Report, Adam Green previews our RawFacts Online-Only Auction Review in which we investigate online-only auction sale trends at Sotheby's, Christie's and Phillips during the COVID pandemic and how they compare to 2019.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, we chat with Tomasz Imieliński, founder and developer of Articker, a technology that aggregates open-source data on artists and artworks, providing unique insights into emerging market trends, and Jean-Paul Engelen, co-head of 20th Century and Contemporary Art and Global Chairman at Phillips. Last week it was announced that Articker and Phillips have formed an exclusive partnership so we wanted to have them on to chat about the tool and how the auction house plans on utilizing the technology. First, Tomasz tells us about the history Articker and how it works. Then, Jean-Paul shares how the insights Articker offers have helped him and his colleagues, while revealing some real life examples. Also, Tomasz answers if he has measured if there is a correlation between art market trends and the media trends. Lastly, Jean-Paul explains how his clients can take advantage of Articker and how the tool is beneficial to collectors.
In this week's edition of the ArtTactic Podcast, we chat with Ronnie Pirovino, contemporary art collector, curator, appraiser and recognized as one of the early and most prolific collectors of KAWS' work and Lindsay Griffith, Head of Department for Prints & Multiples in New York at Christie's about the intersection between urban art and contemporary art as well as their co-curated upcoming auction Trespassing. First, Ronnie tells us about his collecting background and how he became one of the most widely recognized collectors of KAWS' work. Then, Lindsay, explains why it is the right time for Christie's to embrace the urban art collecting category with this sale with Ronnie. Also, Ronnie discusses the significant number of urban art collectors who have expanded their collecting interests to these more mainstream contemporary artists and why this evolution is occurring now. Further, Lindsay, reveals to what extent her regular clients are showing interest in this collecting category. Finally, they share a few of their favorite works in the sale which occurs from August 5-19.
In this week's edition of the ArtTactic Podcast, we're joined by Christian Huhnt, co-founder of Glass, a tool that allows you to instantly look up catalogue raisonné information and the most recent auction results just by texting an image on WhatsApp. First, Christian walks us through the process of how Glass works. Then, he tells us about the robotic machines they use to digitize catalogue raisonnés, page by page. Also, Christian explains why it's so important as a matter of due diligence for those in the art world to search artworks in catalogue raisonnés before buying or selling an artwork. Lastly, Christian shares exactly what artwork details are revealed in a catalogue raisonné.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, we speak with Mike Steib, CEO of Artsy, the leading online platform for discovering, buying and selling fine art. First, Mike shares what happened on Artsy's platform during the pandemic, including how it impacted the behavior of collectors and galleries. Also, he reveals what specific actions the company took to help galleries during this difficult period. Then, Mike tells us what he thought of select galleries, such as David Zwirner Gallery, establishing online platforms that hosted other galleries' exhibitions. Additionally, he answers if we really witnessed a transformation of the online art space during the pandemic.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast we chat with Rachael White, a specialist at Christie's and also the Head of their Post-War & Contemporary Morning Sale in New York. Rachel joins us ahead of Christie's ONE auction taking place on July 10th. First, Rachael discusses how the auction house transitioned from live auctions to online auctions and private sales during the COVID pandemic. Then, she touches on the potential for online auctions in the future when live auctions return on a regular basis. Further, Rachael details the resiliency of the art market and the extent to which it was impacted by the pandemic. Also, Rachael helps us preview Christie's ONE, including what the auction experience will be like, if the quality of the material was impacted by the pandemic and what are a few of her favorite lots in the sale.
In this edition of Behind The Report, Adam Green previews our Artist Market Report on Rashid Johnson in which we take a look at different aspects of his market and career including the meaning behind his conceptual and figurative art, experts’ market confidence, exhibition and institutional history, as well as an in-depth look at every aspect of his auction market.
In this week's edition of the ArtTactic Podcast, we are joined by Astrid Hill, vice president and curator of emerging artists at the Hill Art Foundation. First, Astrid tells us about the history of her family's collection and what motivated them to establish the foundation in 2019. Then, she shares with us what the foundation been doing while being closed during the COVID pandemic and how the foundation is approaching reopening. Also, she discusses how young collectors are growing the online art marketplace.
In the inaugural edition of our podcast series Behind The Report, Adam Green previews our Wet Paint 2015 - 2019, in which we deep-dive into more than 2,700 lots that were offered at Christie’s, Sotheby’s and Phillips within 3 years or less of their creation date, hence the title ‘wet paint’. Adam discusses the highlights from the report and shares his personal commentary on flipping artworks at auction and its impact on an artist's career and a collector's relationship with the artist's galleries.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, we chat with Pari Ehsan, founder and creative director of Pari Dust, an online platform focused on the intersection between art, fashion and design. First, Pari tells us about Pari Dust's platform and her journey to found the company. Then, she explains why she is focused on art, fashion and design. Also, she shares stories from over the years from her interactions with art galleries, both positive and negative. Finally, Pari offers advice on how to successfully engage with your social media audience.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, we're joined by our founder Anders Petterson, to discuss our brand new Contemporary Art Market Confidence Report. First, Anders share the history and background of ArtTactic's Art Market Confidence Report. Then, he shares some of the key findings from the report including an 85% decline in market confidence since our previous report in September 2019. On a more uplifting note, Anders and Adam discuss some of the positive developments that have occurred in the art world over the past few months during the pandemic.
In this week's edition of the ArtTactic Podcast, Loring Randolph, director of Frieze in New York, joins us to recap this past week's online version of Frieze New York. First, Loring shares galleries' reactions when it was announced the fair would shift online. Then, she tells us why the online platform will continue to be utilized by the fair in the future. Also, Lorin reports on the level of sales at this year's fair. Further, she touches on the artist gender filter, tells us if they will add a feature in the future to enable visitors and galleries to interact during the online fair and provides an update on Frieze London.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, we're joined by Quang Bao, owner of 1969 Gallery, a New York based gallery. First, Quang tells us how the gallery continues to operate despite being physically closed. Then, we ask him about demand for younger, emerging artists during the pandemic. Quang also discusses the role of Instagram in the art market, the economics behind a small gallery and online art exhibitions. Lastly, he shares the gallery's upcoming exhibition calendar with us.
In this week's edition of the ArtTactic Podcast, we are joined by Carolyn Ramo, executive director of Artadia, a non-profit organization that provides grants to visual artists. First, Carolyn tells us about Artadia, its purpose and who decides who receives grants that the organization allocates to artists. Then, she shares from her perspective how artists are being impacted financially, creatively and in other ways by the current COVID-19 pandemic. Also, Carolyn tells us about Artist Relief, which is providing financial assistance to artists impacted financially by the pandemic, and Artadia's involvement with this effort. Lastly, she instructs how our listeners can contribute to these causes or apply for assistance.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, Robin Pogrebin, culture report for The New York Times, joins us to discuss how art auction houses are shifting online in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. First, Robin provides us with the latest update on when the major May and June auctions will be taking place at Christie's, Sotheby's and Phillips. Then, she discusses the intricacies of their online platforms and how the auctions may be presented to the public. Also, Robin explains why the biggest concern on the mind of auction house executives and specialists is prospective bidders not being able to preview the artworks in person. Finally, Robin tells us how the pandemic may serve as a catalyst for auction houses to embrace technology moving forward and also how the online auction platforms are attracting a younger generation of collectors.
In this week's edition of the ArtTactic Podcast, we're joined by Friedrich Petzel, founder of Petzel Gallery, to discuss how the gallery is adapting in light of the COVID-19 pandemic. First, Friedrich details the gallery's digital strategy and how important it is during this time when the physical gallery is closed. Then, he shares to what extent the pandemic has slowed sales. Also, Friedrich reveals if previous experiences have any similarity to the current pandemic's impact on the art world. Further, he tells us what his conversations have been like with the gallery's artists and when he tentatively plans on reopening.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, Ian Turetsky, associate in Reed Smith's Global Commercial Dispute group, and Casey Laffey, vice chair of Reed Smith's Global Commercial Dispute group, join us to discuss force majeure and other legal issues impacting the art world during the coronavirus pandemic. First, Ian and Casey tell us about force majeure, a clause in contracts that frees parties from liability or obligation when an extraordinary event beyond their control occurs, and why the coronavirus pandemic has made it the hottest topic in the legal world. Then, they explain when force majeure may apply to certain issues in the art world at this time. Also, we speak about certain collectors trying to back out of their invoices at this time and explore to what extent invoices are legally binding. Then, Ian and Casey reveals what parties should be considering if they are entering into contracts in the midst of the pandemic. Lastly, they share some lessons learned from this pandemic that can be used moving forward.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, Adam Fields, founder and CEO of ARTA, the fine art shipping and logistics marketplace, returns to the podcast to update us on the latest during the coronavirus pandemic. First, Adam shares some data regarding the fine art shipping activity on ARTA to illuminate the extent to which the art market has slowed down during the coronavirus pandemic. Then, Adam discusses how several facets of the art world are shifting to the digital space during this time. Also, he provides us with guidance on what to consider if trying to ship artworks during this time.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, Pontus Silfverstolpe, co-founder of Barnebys, a search engine for art, antiques and collectibles from more than 3,000 auction houses and galleries around the world, joins us to talk about the online art market during the coronavirus pandemic. First, Pontus discusses how the art world has been able to shift to the online space during the pandemic. Then, he identifies trends regarding which types of galleries and auction houses possess digital strategies necessary to succeed during this time. Also, Pontus tells us how Barnebys is trying to achieve their goal of becoming a search engine for the art marketplace.
In this week's edition of the ArtTactic Podcast, Richard Polsky, author, dealer and founder of Richard Polsky Art Authentication joins us to discuss the coronavirus and how it is impacting the art market. First, Richard speaks about the impact the virus has had on the art market, including pushing back the major May auctions. Richard also recalls how the art market responded to the tragic events on 9/11. Then, he identifies some artists he believes are still worth acquiring even during this difficult economic environment. Also, Richard speculates that certain galleries may move to an exclusive online model after they will be forced to not have physical gallery spaces during the next few months due to the virus.
In this week's edition of the ArtTactic Podcast, Anders Petterson, founder of ArtTactic, joins us to breakdown the recently released TEFAF Art Market Report on art patronage in the 21st century. First, Anders explains why this year's report focuses on art patronage. Then, he shares the history and importance of private art patronage in US and Europe. as public funding diminishes. Also, Anders identifies some of the new models of philanthropy that are being explored in Asia, Africa, the Middle East and Latin America. Additionally, Anders touches on how millennials are approaching philanthropy in the arts and to what extent technology is playing a role.
In this week's edition of the ArtTactic Podcast, we speak with Lisa Movius, a Shanghai based journalist who is the Asia correspondent for The Art Newspaper, about the coronavirus and its impact on the Chinese art scene. First, Lisa provides us with an update on the virus and what the mood is like in China both from a social and economic perspective. Then, she details the lack of activity going on regarding fairs, galleries and museums in China at the moment. Also, Lisa tells us if she is hearing if Chinese collectors will be active or will be sitting out of the art market in the short term. Lastly, she reveals if there is a sense in China as to how things may play out with the virus over the next few months.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, Margaret Carrigan, deputy art market editor at The Art Newspaper, joins us to help recap and dissect the art fair week in LA, which included Frieze and Felix. First, Margaret identifies some of the major differences in the Los Angeles art fair week between this year and last year's inaugural edition. Then, she explains the uniqueness of Frieze LA and how it compares to other major art fairs. Also, Margaret shares some of the sales highlights from the fairs. Additionally, Margaret tells us what art world insiders were discussing during the fair week. Lastly, Margaret provides a recap of the second edition of Felix and reveals why the hotel fair is garnering so much attention.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, we're joined by Mills Moran, owner of Moran Moran and founder of Felix, which occurs Feb 13-16 at The Hollywood Roosevelt. First, Mills describes the uniqueness of Felix compared to a typical art fair, in particular being held in a hotel. Then, he shares some of the major changes coming to the fair in 2020. Also, Mills explains the unique economic opportunity Felix provides exhibiting galleries. Lastly, Mills reveals how difficult it is to pick galleries to include in the fair.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, Christina Binkley, a freelance journalist who writes about the business of culture, joins us to discuss the growing sneaker market and how and why major auction houses are targeting it. First, Christina reveals how big the sneaker market is at the moment and how collectors currently buy and sell sneakers on the primary and secondary market. Then, she identifies some of the most highly coveted brands and shoes on the market. Also, Christina explains why major traditional auction houses are determined to become involved in the sneaker market and to what extent they have participated already. Additionally, she shares how certain fine artists are garnering appeal from sneaker collectors.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, we're joined by Mike Steib, CEO of Artsy, the online platform for collecting and discovering art. Previously CEO of XO Group, the parent company of The Knot, Mike shares with us a few of the most surprising things he discovered about the art market and the online art space. Then, Mike reveals some interesting insights about trends in the marketplace based on the data they have gathered on their platform. Also, he gives his thoughts on Instagram's role in the art market and if he considers them to be a competitor. Finally, Mike identifies some of the biggest challenges for Artsy and the entire online art space moving forward.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, we're joined by freelance journalist Deirdra Funcheon, who wrote an article in the Washington Post magazine detailing Purvis Young's career and the conflict surrounding his estate. First, Deirdra introduces us to Purvis' career and explains why he is considered an outsider artist. Then, she identifies some of the key turning points in his career. Also, Deirdra, details the complexity of the artist's estate and reveals how his paintings were allocated following his death.
In our end of year 2019 episode, Judd Tully, veteran art market reporter and frequent contributor to ARTnews, joins us to recap the art market in 2019. First, Judd identifies some of the top storylines of 2019 for the art market. Then, he reveals who were some of the biggest winners of the year when we think about artists and their markets. Also, he shares what trends in art defined the year. Additionally, Judd tells us his favorite exhibition of 2019. And lastly, Judd gives us a few bold predictions of the art market in 2020.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, Mark Rappolt, editor-in-chief of ArtReview and ArtReview Asia, joins us to review their recently published Power 100 rankings, listing the year's most influential people in the contemporary art world. First, Mark tells us about the history of the list and how it is compiled each year. Then, he explains why Glenn Lowry, the director of MoMA, tops the list this in 2019. Also, Mark discusses some of the new entrants on the list as well as some unexpected names, including Banksy. Finally, Mark shares broader trends in the contemporary art world regarding what positions are gaining or losing influence.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, Nate Freeman, senior art business reporter for Artnet News, joins us to recap this year's edition of Art Basel Miami Beach. First, Nate discusses how Maurizio Cattelan's $120,000 banana took over the fair and why this fair will forever be known as "Banana Basel". Then, Nate shares his thoughts on the overall fair and how the strong the art and market was during the week. Also, he identifies artists, besides Cattelan, who had important weeks at the fair. Further, Nate explains how successful the inaugural exhibition was at the new Rubell Family Collection museum.
In this week's edition of the ArtTactic Podcast, Kelly Crow, art market reporter for The Wall Street Journal, joins us to recap last week's major Post-War and Contemporary auctions in New York. First, Kelly addresses the fact that there were few trophy pieces up for auction this season and she speculates if this was due to a lack of estates or if this is a reflection on market sentiment. Then, Kelly identifies some bargain shopping that occurred in the evening sales. Also, she explains why we witnessed several auction records for an older generation of African American artists who are finally being recognized by collectors and museums. Further, Kelly reveals if there is concern about the very quick spike in prices for younger artists at auction and to what extent Asia is pushing up prices for these artists. Lastly, Kelly addresses an unfortunate situation that she is currently reporting on regarding famed collector Donald Bryant.
In this week's edition of the ArtTactic Podcast, we speak with Danny First, collector, artist and founder of The Cabin, a small exhibition space in his LA backyard, and La Brea Studio Artist Residency, an artist residency program in LA. First, Danny tells us about the process of an artist moving to LA for a month, living and working in the residency studio and ultimately having a show at The Cabin. Then, he discusses the importance and power of Instagram for discovering and connecting with artists to consider for his residency program. Also, Danny shares what motivated him to launch his residency and exhibition space as well as what distinguishes his from others in the art world. Lastly, Danny discusses some of the artists who have participated in his residency and exhibition space, such as Tschabalala Self, Devan Shimoyama and Amoako Boafo.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, we're joined by Noah Wunsch, global head of e-commerce at Sotheby's. First, Noah discusses the importance of brand innovation and how he has worked to bring that to Sotheby's, a firm that already possesses such a valuable and established brand. Then, he shares how much growth Sotheby's has had on the e-commerce platform over the past few years. Also, Noah touches on what it was like to incorporate such a large e-commerce platform to such a historic business like Sotheby's. Then, he identifies the top performing categories on the e-commerce platform and he reveals what he would say to a potential consignor who is reluctant to sell their art in an e-commerce sale.
In this week's edition of the ArtTactic Podcast, Andy Ellis, director of Art UK, joins us to discuss the online home for every public art collection in the UK. First, Andy explains how visitors on the site can explore public art collections in the UK. Then, he shares the mission behind Art UK which is to democratize art so it is accessible to the masses. Also, Andy shares how they are able to catalogue and digitize so many artworks, how they address copyright issues and how Art UK is funded.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, Susie Goodman, executive director at Strauss & Co, a leading auction house in South Africa, joins us to discuss the African art market. First, Susie tells us about the evolution of the African art market over the past 10 years and what role South African has played as the most established art market. Then, she tells us to what extent renowned African contemporary artists, such as Julie Mehretu, Marlene Dumas and Njideka Akunyili Crosby, are collected by African collectors and she also identifies lesser known African artists worthy of consideration by global collectors. Susie also touches on the success of female artists in Africa as well as how the politics of the continent has influenced the kind of art being made by contemporary artists.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, Anders Petterson, founder of ArtTactic, joins us to discuss the art market in 2019 as well as highlight a few recently released ArtTactic reports. First, recaps the art market's performance in the first half of 2019 and shares ArtTactic's outlook for the autumn season. Then, he identifies some of the key findings from ArtTactic's inaugural Auction Guarantee report and explains what role guarantees have been playing in the market so far this year. Finally, Anders updates us on the ArtTactic Forecaster auction prediction platform, which has now recorded over 1.2 million forecasts.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, Freya Simms, CEO of LAPADA, joins us to recap last week's annual LAPADA Art & Antiques Fair in London. First, Freya tells us how the fair went and identifies some highlights that were for sale. Then, she gives her thoughts on the state of the broader antiques market and how the market has shifted over the past decade. Also, Freya discusses an interesting trend that has led eco-conscious shoppers to acquiring antiques over new furniture. Finally, Freya reveals how often people actually find hidden antique gems in their attics!
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, Anne Rappa, senior vice president at Huntington T. Block, joins us to answer our questions on art insurance. First, Anne identifies and corrects some of the most common misconceptions about art insurance. Then, she reveals how climate change has impacted art insurance and if there has been a recent uptick in claims as a result of severe weather. Also, Anne explains the difference between blanket and itemized art insurance. Lastly, Anne offers advice to collectors who are trying to make sure they aren't over or under insured, especially considering the frequent changes in values in the contemporary art market.
In this week's edition of the ArtTactic Podcast, Victoria Stapley-Brown, former deputy museums editor at The Art Newspaper, joins us to discuss the state of museums in the US following the controversy surrounding Warren Kanders' resignation from the Whitney Museum board. First, Victoria shares if there is any consensus or even guidance regarding what is deemed acceptable sources of funding in 2019 for museums. Then, she touches on the level of nervousness museums are feeling on if these high-profile incidents may discourage philanthropy moving forward. Also, Victoria tells us if she expects the museum industry to make any drastic changes moving forward because of these controversies.
In this week's edition of the ArtTactic Podcast, Hannah Elliott, staff writer at Bloomberg News covering the luxury sector, joins us to recap the Monterey classic car auctions. First, Hannah breaks down the unfathomable auction blunder at Sotheby's for the Porsche Type 64. Then, she recaps the overall performance of the classic car market during the week and explains why some referred to it as a bloodbath. Hannah also reveals which carmaker is frequently dominating the market and explains why Asian car collectors haven't had an impact on the market yet.
In this week's episode, we're joined by professor Jerry Wind, the Lauder Professor Emeritus and Professor of Marketing at The Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania and co-author of Can Art Aid in Resolving Conflicts. First, we discuss the recent news of Sotheby's being purchased and transforming from a publicly traded auction house to a privately owned business. Jerry explains some of the ways being a public company may have been prohibitive for Sotheby's. Also, he shares how he envisions their business evolving. Further, Jerry tells us how Sotheby's and its rival Christie's may compete against each other now that both are private firms. Then, we discuss Jerry's new book, Can Art Aid in Resolving Conflicts and he identifies some of the most notable examples of when art played a role in resolving conflicts or building bridges among opposing groups.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast we speak with Nanne Dekking, founder and CEO of Artory, whose mission is to create a vast artwork registry. First, we ask Nanne about their partnership with Christie's and if they plan to partner with more auction houses moving forward. Then, he breaks down the competitive landscape in the artwork registry space and identifies the keys to being the surviving registry that the art world utilizes. Also, Nanne explains how much demand there is for this type of product at this moment and why that it will continue to grow moving forward.
In this week's edition of the ArtTactic Podcast we're joined by Meg Corcoran, a researcher at ArtTactic, focused on the Old Masters market, and a gallery manager at Stephen Ongpin Fine Art, a gallery specializing in Old Masters, 19th Century and Modern drawings and works on paper. First, Meg reveals the extent to which the Old Masters market is trending upwards the past few years. Then, she reveals how two recent blockbuster Old Masters sales, the da Vinci's Salvator Mundi and Caravaggio's Judith and Holofernes, has impacted the entire market. Also, Meg touches on what the industry is doing to try to attract young collectors and what opportunities uniquely exist in the Old Masters market.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, we chat with Gareth Harris, chief contributing editor at The Art Newspaper and contributor to the Financial Times, to help us recap the Venice Biennale and Art Basel. First, Gareth shares his thoughts on this year's the Venice Biennale and he identifies some of the most talked about artists included in this edition. Then, he discusses how Art Basel is different when it coincides with the Venice Biennale and specifically to what extent the Biennale influenced what galleries brought to Art Basel. Gareth tells us how strong sales were at this Art Basel and he even identifies some key sales from the fair. Lastly, Gareth reveals to us what other topics were being discussed by art market insiders at the fair.
In this week's edition of the ArtTactic Podcast we chat with Philippe Gellman, founder and CEO of Arteia, a technology platform that functions as collection management, provenance tracking and a marketplace for buyers and sellers. First, Philippe shares his vision for Arteia and what its role can be in the art market. Then, he explains what differentiates his platform from others that already exist in the art market. Also, Philippe reveals how they plan on building a marketplace where buyers and sellers can transact directly. Lastly, Philippe clarifies why they are using an initial coin offering to raise funds for the company.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, Morgan Long, senior director at The Fine Art Group, joins us to breakdown last week's post-war and contemporary auctions. First, Morgan shares some of her major takeaways from this past week's sales. Then, she identifies some of the artists who were the biggest winners and losers. Also, Morgan details the extent to which female artists are undervalued and how they used this strategy in their art investment funds. Additionally, she touches on prices for young artists, identifies the different services The Fine Art Group offers and also explains why guarantees aren't as lucrative as they used to be.
In this week's edition of the ArtTactic Podcast, we chat with Robert Norton, CEO of Verisart, a company that certifies art authenticity through blockchain technology. First, Robert reveals how the company has grown since we initially had him on the podcast in 2016. Then, he identifies some of the important partnerships the company has had with auction houses, eCommerce platforms and even artists, that has enabled the company to grow. Also, Robert discusses the timeline for when the art world will have a technological solution that is widely used to resolve art authenticity issues.
In this week's edition of the ArtTactic Podcast, we're joined by Edward Klaris, managing partner at Klaris Law. First, we speak with Ed about artificial intelligence art and he explains how artists are leveraging this technology to make artworks. Then, he identifies some of the legal issues that artists are facing in this nascent medium. Also, Ed clarifies what virtual reality art is and even shares some prominent examples of this kind of art. Lastly, Ed reveals why virtual reality artists should consider an alternative business model from the traditional one seen in the art market.
In this week's edition of the ArtTactic Podcast, we're joined by Diane Brown, founder and president of RxArt, whose mission is to help children heal by collaborating with contemporary artists to transform sterile healthcare facilities into engaging and inspiring environments. First, Diane tells us about her personal experiences that motivated her to found RxART. Then, she identifies some of the notable artists the organization has worked with, including Jeff Koons, Ed Ruscha, Laura Owens, Urs Fischer, Dan Colen and Nicolas Party. Also, Diane reveals how impactful transforming these spaces is on the children and the artists themselves.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, Elena Zavelev, founder of New Art Academy, joins to discuss their launch of the inaugural edition of CADAF NYC, Contemporary & Digital Art Fair, occurring May 3-5 in New York City. First, Elena tells us what prompted her to launch the fair, which is focused on immersive installation, video art, virtual reality, creative experiments on the blockchain, etc. Then, she reveals details about what the fair will be like to attend and how it will differ from a traditional art fair. Also, Elena shares how much crossover she has currently seen between traditional contemporary art collectors and digital art collectors. Lastly, Elena explains the extent to which the decline in the value of cryptocurrency has influenced cryptocurrency and blockchain art and art products.
In this week's edition of the ArtTactic Podcast, Nate Freeman, art market report for Artsy, joins us to discuss the several facets of the Dallas art community. After visiting Dallas last week for the Dallas Art Fair, Nate and Adam, who is originally from Dallas, decided to do a Dallas-themed episode. They discuss the Dallas Art Fair's position in the saturated art fair landscape, how this year's edition of the fair performed, why the Dallas collecting community is so respected by the art world and how the Dallas art scene has changed over the past decade.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, we speak with Jason Bailey, founder of Artnome, who has compiled the largest analytical database of artworks. First, we speak with Jason about how he leverages his database to explore art and data through a variety of projects. Then, he discusses the intersection of blockchain and art and what may serve as a catalyst to get artworks on the blockchain. Also, Jason explores how artists are using machine learning in their art. Lastly, Jason explains why he believes there is significant investment opportunity in female and minority artists.
In this week's edition of the ArtTactic Podcast, Joel Kremer, director at the Kremer Collection, a collection of Dutch and Flemish Old Masters that is accessible only via VR technology. First, Joel explains what prompted him to embrace this technology for the collection. Then, he reveals how the technology works and what it's like to experience the collection virtually. Also, Joel shares his thoughts on if this technology will eventually become prolific among museums, galleries and even auction houses.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, we're joined by Tarana Sawhney, chairperson of the Confederation for Indian Industry task force on art and culture, and Anders Petterson, founder and managing director of ArtTactic. Earlier this year, ArtTactic published a report on the intersection between art and philanthropy in the Indian art market, we speak at length on this topic with Tarana and Anders. They update us on recent philanthropic trends in the Indian art market and why the Indian art scene has had to rely so much on private museums, foundations and individuals. We also discuss the extent to which the government is now supporting the arts, how public spaces and events are being supported by philanthropy and how the next generation of philanthropists are being engaged.
In this week's edition of the ArtTactic Podcast, Richard Polsky, author, dealer and founder of Richard Polsky Art Authentication, updates us on his authentication practice. First, Richard explains why many artist estates and authentication boards closed down and why he stepped in in their place. Then, he reveals why he recently added Jackson Pollock to the list of artists he authenticates. Also, he tells us how museums and auction houses are valuing his authentication of a work when they are considering artworks for their exhibitions or sales. Lastly, Richard shares some anecdotes from his experiences authenticating artworks.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, we're joined by artist Loren Munk, who also goes by his alter persona James Kalm, founder of the Kalm Report and James Kalm Rough Cut. First, Loren explains his the concept and origins behind his YouTube channels in which he films gallery exhibition openings while providing commentary. Then, he reveals how galleries and museums have treated him over time as video recordings of exhibitions has become more commonplace lately. Also, Loren identifies some of the most interesting trends in the NY art scene including which artists he has been following lately. Lastly, Loren details the changing history of the art gallery neighborhoods of New York City, a subject matter that ties in to his paintings.
In this week's edition of the ArtTactic Podcast, Margaret Carrigan, deputy art market editor at The Art Newspaper, joins us to recap the inaugural edition of Frieze LA. First, Margaret grades the success of the fair and tells us if there was a consensus among collectors and exhibitors as to how it went. Then, she reveals if collectors from NY, Europe and Asia attended the fair. She also touches on the quality of the art on view and the layout of the fair. Margaret also discusses the inaugural edition of Felix and how the hotel fair went. Finally, Margaret predicts what the future may look like for this fair week.
In this week's edition of the ArtTactic Podcast, we're joined by David Chau, co-founder of ART021, a Shanghai contemporary art fair. First, David shares how exhibiting galleries and visiting collectors at the fair have evolved over the past 6 years. Then, he discusses different strategies employed by US and European galleries to target Chinese collectors. Also, David explains how US and European galleries without physical locations in China are having success there. Lastly, David identifies some of the common stereotypes that the global art world has about Chinese art collectors.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, we're here with Freya Stewart, CEO of art lending at The Fine Art Group, formerly The Fine Art Fund. First, Freya reveals why The Fine Art Group expanded into the art financing sector. Then, she shares some data regarding the level of lending at the firm. Also, Freya speculates why borrowing against your artwork still remains a niche product within the art world. Finally, she touches on their recent acquisition of Falcon Fine Art as well as predicts what the art financing space will look like in the future.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, we're joined by Mills Moran, co-founder of Felix LA, which will occur from February 14-17. First, Mills tells us what inspired him to launch an art fair in LA. Then, he reveals what we can expect at the inaugural edition of the fair, which will take place at the Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel. Also, Mills speaks with us about the growing LA art scene and collector base.
In this end of the year episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, Judd Tully, veteran art market reporter, joins us to review the art market in 2018. First, Judd shares the top storylines of the year with us. Then, he identifies which artists were the biggest winners over the past 12 months. Also, Judd discusses how Instagram is impacting several facets of the art market. Finally, Judd reveals how market participants are feeling as head into 2019 and also gives us two bold predictions for the art market next year.
In this week's edition of the ArtTactic Podcast, Anders Petterson, founder of ArtTactic, joins us to preview our 2018 Top Artists Report, in which we analyze and assess the top performing contemporary artists at auction by nationality, age and gender. First, Anders details the performance of the contemporary art market in 2018 and how it compared with our expectations heading into the year. Then, he identifies some of the noteworthy trends in 2018 in terms of how different artists performed at auction. Also, Anders shares some of the top performing artists during the past year, including younger artists under the age of 45.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, Julia Halperin, executive editor at Artnet News, joins us to recap Art Basel Miami. First, Julia discusses galleries' expectations heading into the fair week and how they felt at the conclusion of the fair. Then, she identifies some of the most noteworthy sales from the fair. Also, Julia tells us what insiders were saying about the increased attention on younger black artists. Additionally, she touches on how galleries at NADA are adopting their business models to the changing art market, what was on view at the local private museums and how everyone felt about the state of the art market as we wind down 2018.
In this week's edition of the ArtTactic Podcast, Mark Rappolt, editor-in-chief of ArtReview, joins us to review their recently published Power 100 ranking, listing the year's most influential people in the contemporary art world. First, we discuss the #metoo movement's place in the top 5 of this year's list and how it is infiltrating the art world. Then, we breakdown David Zwirner's rise to number 1 on the list as well as Larry Gagosian's fall to 22. Also, Mark lists some important trends on this year's list and identifies a few highly influential individuals on the list that may be under the radar.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, we're joined by Ben Stein, author of the new book Museum of Street Art: East Village. First, Ben shares the history of street art and graffiti. Then, he explains how and why he systematically photographed the street art in the East Village over 14 straight hours to capture a snapshot of the “exhibit”. Also, Ben describes the East Village's history with street art and how it differs from other neighborhoods in New York City. Additionally, Ben identifies some of the most prominent street artists in the East Village as well as some of the lesser known ones.
In this week's edition of the ArtTactic Podcast, Nate Freeman, art market report for Artsy, joins us to recap last week's New York contemporary auctions. First, Nate touches on David Hockney becoming the most expensive living artist with his $90.3 million sale of his Portrait of an Artist. Then, he discusses why we saw softening at the top of the market and strength in the middle market. Also, Nate breaks down the surging prices for undervalued African American artists and Kaws. Lastly, he shares the sentiment of the contemporary art market as we head towards Art Basel Miami.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, first host Adam Green talks about the origins of the ArtTactic Podcast and what motivated him to launch it in 2009. Then, he speaks with Leanne Kemp, founder and CEO of Everledger, a technology company that uses blockchain technology to track the provenance of diamonds and other valuable items. Leanne talks about the history of Everledger and discusses its success bringing a blockchain platform to the diamond industry. Then, she reveals what kind of blockchain services she will offer the art world and how different it is from the diamond industry. Also, Leanne explains what it will take for a blockchain solution to become prolific in the art world. Finally, she shares how a widely used blockchain ecosystem in the art world could benefit the industry.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, Ronnie Pirovino, who is recognized as one of the most prolific collectors of Kaws' work, joins us ahead of Heritage Auctions' The Toy Collection of Ronnie K. Pirovino sale on November 7th, featuring 118 lots containing Kaws toys from Ronnie's personal collection. First, Ronnie tells us why he started collecting Kaws' work in the early 2000s, well before there was the hype for his art that we see today. Also, he explains how he amassed such a large collection of works by Kaws during that time, when Kaws was not a part of the gallery system like traditional artists. Then, Ronnie shares what resonated so strongly with him in Kaws' work and artist statement that motivated him to acquire hundreds of works. Next, Ronnie speaks about what is so special about the Kaws collecting community, which some have compared to a cult, and how he organically became a leader within it who has made himself accessible to others who have questions about the artist's work. Lastly, Ronnie discusses the issue of the proliferation of bootlegs or fakes and why he wants his sale to be an opportunity for Kaws collectors to acquire works without having to worry about a questionable provenance.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, Bernadine Brocker, founder and CEO of Vastari, a company that connects curators, collectors, producers and venues for exhibition loans and tours, joins us to discuss findings from their recently published reports on museum trends in the art world.
In this week's edition of the ArtTactic Podcast, Jim Hedges, of Hedges Projects, joins us to discuss Outsider Art, art made by self-taught artists. First, Jim explains what art qualifies as Outsider Art and describes how it looks aesthetically. Then, he details how Outsider Art artists started being recognized even though they operated outside of the art establishment. Also, Jim discusses how the market for Outsider Art has evolved over the past few years.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, Colin Gleadell, art market columnist for The Daily Telegraph and art market reporter for Artnet, joins us to discuss last week's major London contemporary auctions at Christie's, Sotheby's and Phillips. First, Colin recounts what it was like to be in Sotheby's salesroom when Banksy's Balloon with Girl self-destructed. Then, he speculates if Banksy was at the sale and if Sotheby's was aware of the ploy. Also, Colin breaks down the auctions at Christie's and Sotheby's and tells us where the art market stands after the auctions.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, Phil Michaelson, CEO of LiveAuctioneers, joins us to discuss online bidding in the art market. First, Phil discusses LiveAuctioneers' online bidding platform and how they partner with auction houses to enable bidders to bid live in realtime in sales. Then, he discusses how online bidding as a sales channel is trending compared to absentee bids, telephone bids and in-person bidding. Also, Phil touches on the importance of an auction house's brand when it comes to instilling confidence in online bidding as well identifying certain art market trends based on their aggregated bidding data.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, Asher Edelman, founding member and CEO of Artemus, an art financing and leasing company, joins us to catch-up on the latest activities in the art financing space as well as discuss the current state of the art market. First, Asher reveals the increased lending activity at Artemus and speculates why he believes the art world is more receptive to art financing than it was previously. With the art market starting up again with art fairs, auctions and gallery shows after the annual summer hiatus, Asher tells us why he's concerned about the short-term future of the art market, in large part due to non-Western collectors potentially leaving the marketplace. Also, Asher reveals why he's tracking the number of 3rd party guarantors who are winning artworks at auction.
In this week's edition of the ArtTactic Podcast, Hannah Elliott, staff writer at Bloomberg News covering the luxury sector, joins us to recap the Monterey classic car auctions, the biggest event of the year in the classic car market. First, Hannah tells us about the headline grabbing 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO that sold for $48.4 million, the highest price ever for a car at auction. Hannah shares the history of the car and why it set an auction record. Then, she sets the scene for us in Monterey, explaining how many auctions occurred and how many cars were sold. Next, Hannah describes the health of the classic car market following the auctions, including which brands outperformed and which ones experienced softening. Lastly, Hannah touches on if wealthy Asian individuals are penetrating the car market, like they are the art market, how car companies are levering the auction week to debut new cars, and if we are seeing some collectors who collect both art and classic cars.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, Dr Iain Robertson, head of art business at the Sotheby's Institute of Art in London, joins us to discuss his new book, New Art, New Market, exploring several emerging contemporary art markets. First, Iain explains why he decided to write the book now and identifies which geographies he explores in the book. Then, he tells us which markets he is feeling most bullish about and which ones have him most concerned. Also, Iain discusses the extent to which western art collectors are collecting artists from emerging art markets and how that differs from a decade ago before the economic crisis. Lastly, he explains government's ideal role in the development of a nascent contemporary art market.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, we speak with Christine Bourron, CEO of Pi-eX, a firm that offers financial instruments based on art in the art market. First, Christine introduces us to contract on future sales, a product that enables sellers to pre-sell a percentage of their artwork to investors in advance of their artwork heading to auction. Then, Christine argues why this is a superior product to traditional third party guarantees offered by auction houses. Also, she explains why investors interested in this product won't be limited to art world insiders.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, we're joined by Scott Lynn, founder of Masterworks, a startup that allows investors to buy and trade in shares of artworks. First, as an active collector, Scott tells us what motivated him to launch a company that provides others with the opportunity to have fractional ownership in artworks. Then, he walks us through how Masterworks works, including how they acquire their artworks for the platform and how individuals can purchase and trade shares of an artwork. Also, Scott reveals why they chose artworks by Andy Warhol and Claude Monet as the first two on the platform. Lastly, he discusses his plans to eventually establish a physical gallery where viewers can see the art on the platform in person and have the opportunity to purchase shares of the artwork on the spot.
In this week's edition of the ArtTactic Podcast, Rachel Corbett, deputy editor at Artnet News, joins us to discuss the alarming trend of decreasing gallery attendance. First, Rachel explains the extent to which visitor attendance is declining at art galleries. Then, she identifies some of the primary reasons why this is occurring. Also, Rachel reveals the measures galleries are taking to reverse this trend. Lastly, she speculates on what the future may look like for brick-and-mortar galleries if this trend continues.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, Jessica Klein, freelance journalist, joins us to discuss her recent article in The Outline on the art world, cryptocurrency and blockchain. First, Jessica identifies a few notable artists currently incorporating blockchain technology and cryptocurrency in their art in different ways, such as Kevin Abosch, Cryptograffiti and Sarah Meyohas. Then, she tells us if there is any crossover between the collectors of this blockchain and cryptocurrency art and more traditional contemporary art. After, Jessica explains how select galleries and auction houses are targeting the newly crypto wealthy. Lastly, she identifies some of the art world startups that are leveraging blockchain technology to try to address provenance issues.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, Patrick van der Vorst, CEO of ValueMyStuff, an online appraisal company, joins us to update us on the appraisals market. First, Patrick tells us about his experiences at Sotheby's and what inspired him to found Value My Stuff in 2009. Then, he identifies some of the major changes in the appraisals space since we last had him on the podcast five years ago. Then, Patrick reveals how many of the appraisals generated at ValueMyStuff are by individuals trying to figure out what something is worth versus repeat customers getting updated appraisals because of shifts in the market. Lastly, Patrick shares some of the most fascinating findings from ArtTactic and ValueMyStuff's recently published Valuations & Appraisals Market Report.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, Judd Tully, veteran art market reporter, joins us to recap last week's edition of Art Basel. First, Judd comments on the trend seen in recent years in which several galleries are bringing high-value artworks at a level previously unseen at the fair. Then, Judd reveals if the recent and overdue commercial growth for African American and female artists continued at the fair. Also, he touches on some of the interesting topics discussed amongst insiders at the fair, including a London art advisor who has been scamming deals and advisors, the response to Art Basel Unlimited and the high degree of pre-selling that occurred before the fair. Lastly, Judd describes the current health of the contemporary art market and tells us if there is any reason for concern.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, Anders Petterson, founder and managing director of ArtTactic, and Zohar Elhanani, CEO of MutualArt, join us to discuss the importance of data and transparency in the art market. First, Anders reflects on his experiences in the art market over the past two decades and describes the level of increased access to data and market transparency since then. After, Zohar, having a diverse background with significant experience outside of the art world, explains what the art world can learn from other industries who have experienced transformations in how data is leveraged. Then, they identify what kind of additional data and improved transparency the market is seeking. Also, they touch on ArtTactic and MutualArt's new partnership surrounding involving advanced analytics to participants in ArtTactic's ArtForecaster competitions.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, Bill Charron, partner at Pryor Cashman, and Megan Noh, partner at Cahill Cossu Noh & Robinson join us to discuss the establishment of the Court of Arbitration for Art, a specialized arbitration and mediation tribunal dedicated to resolving art law disputes. First, Bill shares with us the motivation behind founding the Court of Arbitration for Art and why the existing courts are not an ideal place to solve art disputes. Then, Megan walks us through how the Court of Arbitration for Art will work including the process, who will participate and what happens with the results. Also, they reveal why so many attorneys have responded favorably to the founding of the Court of Arbitration for Art, how they plan to get adoption from the art world and what the next steps look like for launching the court.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, Kelly Crow, reporter for The Wall Street Journal, joins us to recap the May New York Impressionist & Modern and Post-War & Contemporary auctions. First, Kelly touches on the surprising surge in prices seen at auction for artworks in the middle of the market. Then, she addresses the reasoning for the softening witnessed at the top of the market. Also, Kelly shares a few of the sales results that made her say "wow". Then, she discusses the incredible prices achieved for the lots donated by African American artist at Sotheby's for the Studio Museum in Harlem and if a bubble may be emerging for some of these artists. Lastly, Kelly explains why Sean Combs' $21 million purchase of Kerry James Marshall's Past Times may be the start of some much needed diversity in the art collecting community.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, Adam Fields, founder and CEO of ARTA, returns to the podcast to update us on the latest in the fine art shipping and logistics marketplace. First, we discuss ARTA receiving investments from notable art companies, including Sotheby's, and how ARTA has integrated with them. Then, Adam reflects on Frieze and TEFAF and how ARTA assisted exhibiting galleries get their art from their galleries into the booths. Also, he touches on shipping challenges specific to Europe and explains why there is still so much variance with art shipping quotes.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, Nate Freeman, senior reporter for Artsy, joins us to recap last week's Frieze and TEFAF art fairs which occurred this week in New York City. First, Nate addresses the air conditioning controversy that plagued the first day of Frieze and updates us on how Frieze is trying to rectify the issue with exhibitors. Then, Nate discusses the success of TEFAF in New York and how it is now perceived by the art world relative to Frieze New York. Also, he explains why smaller galleries are the ones most closely monitoring the broader economy in case it begins to falter. Further, Nate touches on the highlights at Frieze and TEFAF, while explaining why TEFAF is a good barometer for next week's major New York auctions.
In this week's edition of the ArtTactic Podcast, we speak with Natasha Arselan, founder and CEO of AucArt, a startup online auction house exclusively offering early career contemporary art. First, Natasha reveals how young the graduate artists are on the platform and how AucArt finds them. Then, she identifies the limited alternative sales channels for emerging artists. Also, Natasha tells us the diverse kind of buyers interested in contemporary art by early career artists and how receptive artists have been to selling their art on the platform.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, Katya Kazakina, art market report for Bloomberg News, joins us to discuss the important correction happening in the art world in which collectors and museums are increasingly focusing on collecting Black artists. First, Katya pinpoints how and when this correction began. Then, she discusses how important it has become for prominent museums to acquire Black artists for their collections and how successful they have been at this given the recent increase in prices for these artworks. After, Katya identifies some of the key Black artists being targeted by museums, including Mark Bradford, Sam Gilliam, David Hammons, Barkley Hendricks, Chris Ofili and others. Also, Katya talks about how this trend is translating at art galleries, where they are beginning to show and represent more younger black artists. Lastly, Katya speculates if this trend will be more long-lasting than others in the art market and she also highlights some Black artists who will be up for auction in next month's May auctions.
In this week's edition of the ArtTactic Podcast, Brandon Kennedy, director of exhibitor relations for the Dallas Art Fair joins us to discuss the 10th edition of the fair, which occurred last weekend. First, Brandon discusses the fair's maturation and compares it in its infancy to where it is now. Then, Brandon identifies some of the highlights of the fair week and discusses the level of sales at this year's edition. Also, Brandon shares why US-based and international exhibitors are so fond of Dallas. Further, he explains how the Dallas Art Fair is thriving despite being outside of one of the major art market hubs. Lastly, Brandon describes the blossoming art scene in Dallas and its impact on the Dallas Art Fair, including the Dallas Museum of Art's acquisition fund for the fair.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, we speak with Robert Diament, director of Counter Editions, who produces prints and multiples by leading contemporary artists, including John Baldessari, Katherine Bernhardt, Cecily Brown, Peter Doig, Tracey Emin, Laura Owens, Christopher Wool, Jonas Wood and many others. First, Robert reveals that most artists create prints in order to make their art accessible to their admirers at an affordable price point. Given the increased demand for prints, Robert tells us if it has become more competitive for printmakers to persuade artists to make prints with them. Also, he touches on the emergence of flippers in the prints market and how Counter Editions tries to sell artworks to genuine collectors. Further, Robert takes us behind the curtain and explains how they collaborate with artists on deciding every aspect of a print, such as the subject matter, medium, size and edition size. Lastly, Robert shares why he thinks prints are a great way for new collectors to start building their collections.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, Adam Popescu, writer for The New York Times, joins us to discuss Damien Hirst's exhibition at Gagosian Gallery in Los Angeles featuring his abstract, colorful paintings from his new series of work. First, Adam talks about the scene at the opening of the exhibition and tells us how much clout Hirst still possesses both inside and outside of the art world. Then, Adam tells us how important it is to Hirst and to art collectors that the artist personally painted the works in the exhibition, rather than his studio assistants, who have painted many of his older paintings. Also, he reveals what Hirst says is the message behind the new works, how the paintings are being received by the art world and if the show is viewed as a success for Hirst.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, we're joined by Maria Brito, a New York based art advisor, curator and author. First, Marias offers advice to both new collectors who are building their collections as well as established collections seeking to refine their collections. Then, she comments on the strength of the art market at the moment and identifies which areas in particular are flourishing. Also, Maria names some emerging artists she feels are flying under the radar. Additionally, Maria discusses how she leverages Instagram to build her art advisory and make new contacts. Lastly, she tells us about her new #MBCultureFiles video series.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, Frances Oglesby, global operations manager of Artive, joins us to discuss the non-profit organization that aims to provide a universal, digital and searchable archive for works of art and cultural property. First, Frances explains Artive's mission, then she explains the two aspects of their database, those who submit artworks on the database, if they have been victims of crime, and those who search the database, as a due diligence exercise. Also, she reveals how they built a database containing over 150,000 artworks, discusses the importance of their image recognition technology and clarifies why they are registered as a non-profit.
In this week's edition of the ArtTactic Podcast, we're joined by Anne Bruder, founder of Anne Bruder Art, a New York-based art advisory firm specializing in contemporary art. First, Anne shares with us how she helps new collectors figure out what kind of art they like and want to have in their collections. Then, she reveals how often her clients consider the investment component of a potential acquisition and what advice she gives her clients who ask about art as an investment. Also, Anne explains the best strategy for collectors who are trying to get in the front of a gallery waiting list for a hot artist. Lastly, Anne lists some emerging artists she's currently excited about and advising her clients to consider for their collections.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, Anders Petterson, founder and CEO of ArtTactic, joins us to share his insights on the art market in 2018 from ArtTactic's brand new report, Global Art Market Outlook 2018. First, Anders recaps the performance of the art market in 2017. Then, he describes the overall sentiment in the art market as we enter 2018 and how it varies based on price point. Also, he reveals how sentiment differs for the different major regions in the global art market.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, we're joined by Asher Edelman, a founding member and CEO of Artemus, an art financing and leasing company. First, Asher explains the concept of their sale-leaseback program and how it works. Then, he shares some compelling reasons as to why it's a preferable route for individuals over simply obtaining loans against your artworks. Also, Asher discusses the current landscape of the art financing space, including where Artemus sits relative to their competitors. Lastly, Asher speculates where the art market may be heading in 2018.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, Georgina Adam, contributor at the Financial Times and art market editor-at-large of The Art Newspaper, joins us to chat about some of the key topics in her brand new book, Dark Side of the Boom: The Excesses of the Art Market in the 21st Century. First, Georgina identifies how prevalent certain shady aspects of the art market are, such as fakes, tax avoidance, money laundering, etc. Then, she discusses the secretive nature of freeports and what it was like to walk through Le Freeport in Luxembourg. Also, Georgina dissects the greatest example of speculation during the last boom, the Zombie Formalist movement, and where the artists, galleries and collectors are today. Lastly, Georgina reveals the most interesting legal dispute in the art market today and she tells us to what extent greater regulation should be introduced in the marketplace.
In this week's edition of the ArtTactic Podcast, Mary Buschman, president of ARIS Title Insurance, joins us to discuss the growing art title insurance space. First, Mary explains what art title insurance is and why it's important to purchase it. Then, Mary walks us through what typically occurs if someone else claims to own the title of an artwork you own. Also, she tells us how art title insurance would have played a factor in some of the recent cases in which dealers deceived clients by selling an artwork to multiple people. Finally, Mary discusses how the globalization of the art market has increased art title risk and shares with us trends regarding the rate at which art title insurance is being purchased by collectors.
In this week's special end of the year episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, Judd Tully, veteran art market reporter, joins us to reflect on some of the major events in the art market over the past year. First, Judd identifies some of the top moments from 2017, including the $450 million da Vinci sale at Christie's, the increasing role of guarantees at auctions and the rise of Phillips auction house. Then, he declares some of the artists who were the biggest winners in 2017, such as Wolfgang Tillmans, Peter Doig, Mark Grotjahn and Sigmar Polke. Also, Judd tells us what aspects of the art market he will be following closely next year as well as sharing his bold prediction for the art market in 2018.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, Nate Freeman, senior staff writer at ARTnews, joins us to recap Art Basel Miami Beach. First, Nate shares with us some of the most common activities on people's Miami agendas this year including museums, fairs, galleries and parties. Then, Nate tells us what the consensus was on the fair this year and how it compared to previous editions. Also, he reveals the most talked about booths at Art Basel this year as well as how much political themed art was on display. Lastly, Nate tells us which artists were spotted at the fair, ranging from an artist selling their own art in their gallery's booth to an artist who hid in their hotel room for 48 hours straight.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, Ksenia Podoynitsyna, founder of InArt, specializing in the analytics of the Russian contemporary art market. First, Ksenia recaps the performance of the Russian contemporary art market over the past decade and where it stands today. Then, Ksenia shares the impact of sanctions against Russia and more broadly political tensions between Russia and other countries on the Russian contemporary art market. Lastly, she identifies some of the key analytics that suggest that the Russian contemporary art market is rebounding.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, Mark Rappolt, editor-in-chief of ArtReview, joins us to review their annual Power 100 list, a guide to the 100 most powerful figures in contemporary art. First, Mark reveals Hito Steyerl, Pierre Huyghe and Donna Haraway as the top 3 on this year's list and details why they are worthy of that ranking. Then, Mark identifies Gavin Brown as the gallery that surged the most in terms of influence over the past year. Also, he explains why artists have the most momentum at the moment in terms of increasing influence and he shares the extent to which Instagram is a factor in shaping the standing of certain individuals in the contemporary art world.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, Katya Kazakina, art market reporter for Bloomberg News, joins us to recap last week's major auctions in New York. First, Katya dissects the sale of Leonardo da Vinci's Salvator Mundi, which sold for $450 million at Christie's, including expectations leading up to the sale and certain critics calling into question the authenticity of the artwork, and then what it was like to be in the auction room during the sale of the work as well as art market insiders' initial responses to the sale. Then, Katya identifies several reasons why the market is feeling optimistic after the buoyant auctions, including the increased presence of Asian collectors participating in the sales. Also, she discusses that while abstract art created by emerging artists performed very well over the past few years at auction, we are seeing an increasing number of figurative artworks by emerging artists doing well at auction, including Shara Hughes, Kon Trubkovich, Katherine Bernhardt, Lesley Vance and Nicole Eisenman.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, Don Thompson, economist and professor of marketing and strategy at the Schulich School of Business at York University in Toronto, joins us to discuss his brand new book, The Orange Balloon Dog: Bubbles, Turmoil and Avarice in the Contemporary Art Market. First, Don discusses the significance of Jeff Koons' Orange Balloon Dog, which appears in the title of his book, and why the sale of it exemplifies some of the key concepts in his book. Then, he discusses the idea of nudging, a behavioral science concept made famous by Richard Thaler, and how it manifests itself in the art market. Also, Don explains why he believes a bubble is brewing in the current contemporary art market. Lastly, Don speaks with us on the significance of the Leonardo da Vinci Salvator Mundi painting upcoming for auction this week in Christie's Post-War and Contemporary sale.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, Michael Findlay, director at Acquavella Galleries, joins us to discuss his brand new book Seeing Slowly: Looking at Modern Art. First, Michael tells us how he believes people should view art in order to get the best experience. Then, he explains why his advice is just as applicable to those in the art world as those outside of it. Also, Michael discusses how the proliferation of Instagram in the art world has positively and negatively impacted how people consume art. Lastly, Michael reveals how his thoughts on seeing art transfers to collectors who are considering buying an artwork for their collection.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, we're joined by Valentine Blondel, director at Galerie Perrotin. First, Valentine talks about the gallery's move to the Lower East Side in Manhattan and why they were drawn to that area over other neighborhoods in New York City. Then, she discusses the gallery's strategy for the Asian art market, which includes spaces in Hong Kong, Tokyo and Seoul. Also, Valentine addresses the gallery's responsibility when artworks by their artists appear at auction and she offers advice for new collectors on how to build a successful collection.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, we're joined by four guests, Pierre Valentin, partner at Constantine Cannon, Tim Maxwell, partner at Boodle Hatfield, Craig Davies, partner at Rawlinson & Hunter and Fionnuala Rogers, art law consultant at Constantine Cannon, to discuss Brexit's impact on the UK art market. Specifically, we look at its potential effect on copyright, artist's resale right, VAT and the trade of endangered species. Each are contributors to a Brexit memoranda published by PAIAM, Professional Advisors to the International Art Market, a networking platform for professionals in the art market.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, Helena Real, head of the London office at the .ART Registry, joins us to discuss the new top-level domain created for the art world. First, Helena explains how they got access to the .art domain. Then, she argues why galleries, artists, auction houses, dealers and others in the art industry should switch from using a website ending in .com to .art. Also, Helena shares some metrics regarding how many and which influencers have adopted the .art domain.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, Nate Freeman, senior staff writer at ARTnews, joins us to recap last week's Frieze Art Fair as well as the major October contemporary auctions. First, Nate explains why this year's edition of the fair was particularly successful for exhibiting galleries. Then, he discusses the shift in power from galleries to blue-chip artists, who are more frequently calling the shots when it comes to including their artworks in galleries' booths. Also, for those who weren't able to attend Frieze, Nate identifies some of the most talked about artworks from this year's fair. Additionally, Nate shares some of the major takeaways from last week's contemporary auctions in London and speculates where the art market stands at the end of a busy week in London.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, Daniel Lever, co-founder and CEO of ArtRunners, an online startup focusing on art logistics services, joins us. First, Daniel discusses why the current process of finding art logistics is antiquated and in need of innovation. Then, he tells us about the services ArtRunners provides. Also, Daniel explains why ArtRunners will bring much needed competition between art logistics services.
In this week's edition of the ArtTactic Podcast, Vivienne Chow, award-winning journalist and culture critic at Variety, QZ and the South China Morning Post, joins us to discuss her recent article profiling a new generation of Chinese collectors. First, Vivienne shares some of the common qualities among the young Chinese collectors she profiled and explains what is motivating them to travel outside of China to expand their art exposure and education. Then, she explains why auction houses have served as the primary arts educational tool for Chinese collectors and to what extent this is now changing. Lastly, Vivienne considers how the Chinese art scene will be impacted by collectors expanding their collecting habits to beyond Chinese artists.
In this week's edition of the ArtTactic Podcast, Rob Sass, editor in chief of Porsche Panorama and contributor to The New York Times, joins us to recap last week's classic car auctions in Monterey. First, Rob explains the importance of the Monterey auctions as a barometer for the health of the classic car market. Then, he recaps some of the major takeaways from the sales and where the classic car market stands at this moment. Also, Rob talks about the expansion of the collector base over the past few years and he touches on if insiders are concerned that autonomous vehicles may negatively impact the future of the classic car market.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, we speak with Francesco Gibbi, founder of Lot-Art, an online portal that aggregates artworks upcoming for auction as well as after-sale opportunities. First, Francesco explains Lot-Art works and how it solves for the dilemma collectors and dealers face when trying to ensure they don't miss anything they desire upcoming at auction. Then, he shares some interesting art market trends based on aggregated data he has from his users. Also, Francesco shares with us why he doesn't charge his customers to use his site, but instead is content not profiting off of his platform.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast we're joined by Dr Tim Hunter, vice president of Falcon Fine Art, an art financing firm. First, Tim walks us through how their clients obtain loans against their artworks. Then, he tells us about the type of collectors they target and the common reasons why they need capital from their artworks. Also, Tim explains how Falcon differentiates itself from competing art lenders and speculates on the future of the art financing space.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, we're joined by Francesco Bellanca, CEO of Feral Horses, a London-based platform that enables the buying and selling of shares of contemporary art. First, Francesco walks us through how the platform works and explains why he believes there is demand for the ability to transact shares of artworks. Then, he explains how they select the artists and artworks to include on the platform. Also, Francesco discusses what kind of returns investors should expect to earn on the platform.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, we're joined by Lisanne Skyler, writer and director of Brillo Box (3¢ OFF), a documentary film following an Andy Warhol Brillo Box sculpture as it makes its way from her family's living room to the auction block at Christie's. The film debuts on HBO on August 7th at 10 PM ET. First, Lisanne shares with us what kind of collectors her parents were to purchase the artwork in 1969 for $1,000 at a time when nearly the entire art world was critical of Warhol's new sculptures. Then, she tells us how many people foresaw Warhol's importance and eventual legacy in the 1970's when her parents sold the artwork. Also, Lisanne reveals why she believes the Brillo Box sculpture is such an important work in not only Warhol's oeuvre but also in American pop art. Lastly, she recounts her parents' emotions when they saw the Brillo Box sell at Christie's for $3 million.
In this week's edition of the ArtTactic Podcast, we're joined by Liviu Tanasoaica, traveling exhibitions manager, and Balint Ferenczy, collections specialist, both from Vastari, an online platform focused on connecting collectors and museums curators for exhibitions as well as enabling institutions to collaborate with each other. First, Liviu and Balint explain how Vastari's platform works for collectors and museum curators. Then, they discuss the different motivations for collectors seeking to include their artworks in museum shows. Also, they explain how difficult it is, without Vastari, for collectors to even connect with museums. Lastly, they share some success stories from their platform.
In this week's edition of the ArtTactic Podcast, Anny Shaw, UK correspondent and art market reporter for The Art Newspaper, joins us to recap last week's post-war and contemporary auctions in London. First, Anny discusses how Christie's absence from the June sales impacted the makeup of the other auction houses' sales as well as the sentiment heading into the week. Then, she details Sotheby's performance and more interestingly the successes of Phillips and Bonham's sales. Further, Anny speculates what the future looks like for the auction calendar in June.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, Robin Pogrebin, culture reporter for The New York Times, joins us to discuss the recent phenomenon of an increasing number of small and mid size galleries closing in the US. First, Robin identifies the major reasons why this trend is occurring at this time. Also, Robin speculates if this pattern is temporary or if a shift in the way art transactions occur is responsible. Then. she explains why social media hasn't helped small and mid size galleries as much as they anticipated. Lastly, Robin reveals what typically happens to artists represented by these now closed galleries.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, Judd Tully, editor at large of Art + Auction Magazine, joins us to recap Art Basel. First, Judd lists the reasons behind the extremely positive reception to this year's fair. Then, Judd reveals what we learned about the state of the art market as a result of the reported sales at Art Basel. Also, he discusses the growing difference in pricing at Art Basel between blue chip art and primary market material. Lastly, Judd discusses the extent to which artworks from the big winners in the May auctions, such as Jean-Michel Basquiat, were on display at this edition of Art Basel.
In this week's edition of the ArtTactic Podcast, Ariane Moser, COO of Artive, and Frank Morey, CEO of Virtus Risk Management, joins us to speak about the Art Due Diligence Group, a new due diligence service in which they both belong, designed for the art trade. First, Ariane and Frank explain the purpose of the group and why an art collector would be interested in their services. Then, they identify some of the major challenges that collectors encounter during transactions and how Art Due Diligence can aid in avoiding them. Also, Ariane and Frank predict how the future of the art market will look and specifically the extent of due diligence that will occur surrounding high-value transactions.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, Simon Hornby, President of Crozier Fine Arts, a New York City based art storage, shipping and logistics company, joins us to discuss the art storage industry. First, given the significant expansion of the art market over the past decade as well as the increase in the diversity of collectors, Simon reveals what trends he's seeing in the art storage space. Then, Simon explains the different motivations why art storage is utilized by collectors and galleries and reveals to what extent art storage is simply used as a parking spot for collectors to buy and sell art. Also, he details why climate change has lead to an increased demand for art storage. Finally, Simon tells us the degree to which art storage facilities located within freeports compete with those located outside of them.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, Johannes Frohlich, co-founder and CEO of Project Art, joins us to talk about his online art startup. First, Johannes introduces us to Project Art, a crowd curated online art marketplace. Then, he explains how he thinks he can differentiate Project Art from competitors in the crowded art e-commerce industry. Also, Johannes touches on how they attract emerging artists to sell on their platform as well as their strategy for targeting collectors around the world.
In this week's edition of the ArtTactic Podcast, Kelly Crow, art market reporter for the Wall Street Journal, joins us to analyze the results of last week's major NY post-war and contemporary auctions. First, Kelly compares billionaire Yusaku Maezawa, the winner of the record setting Jean-Michel Basquiat painting that sold at Sotheby's for $110.5 million, to other prominent art collectors. Then, she provides some perspective on where the Basquiat market is at the moment following that monumental sale. More broadly, Kelly shares some of the major takeaways from the sales according to market insiders. Lastly, she speculates if prospective sellers will have more confidence selling at auction in the near future as a result of these successful sales.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, we're joined by New York-based art advisor and founder of SFA Art Advisory, Lisa Schiff. First, Lisa shares her impressions from last week's TEFAF and Frieze fairs in New York. Then, she gives her thoughts on how strong the art market is at the moment. Also, Lisa explains why private sales are up at the expense of auction houses. Lastly, Lisa shares her thoughts on artworks she's closely following that are upcoming at auction next week which are also featured in ArtTactic's ArtForecaster May competition. These include artworks by Jean-Michel Basquiat, Christopher Wool, Donald Judd, Bruce Nauman and Joan Mitchell.
In this week's edition of the ArtTactic Podcast, dealer and author Kenny Schachter, speaks with us about the upcoming May major post-war and contemporary auctions. First, Kenny reflects on the zombie formalist movement and shares with us what trends people in the market are speaking about most frequently at the moment. Then, he describes current market conditions and where he foresees the marketing heading in the near-term. After, Kenny shares insights and predicts prices for artworks he's closely following that are upcoming at auction which are also featured in ArtTactic's ArtForecaster May competition. These includes artworks by: Andy Warhol, Jean-Michel Basquiat, Bruce Nauman, Rudolf Stingel, Christopher Wool, Marcel Duchamp, Mark Grotjahn, Jonas Wood, Richard Prince and Peter Doig.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, Anders Petterson, founder and managing director of ArtTactic, joins us to share some of the forecasts from ArtForecaster, ArtTactic's forecasting game in which competitors predict what prices artworks will sell for at auction. First, Anders shares a brief overview of ArtForecaster and what motivates individuals to continue to participate in these art auction forecasting competitions. Then, Anders discusses four important artworks for sale in the May post-war and contemporary sales by Damien Hirst, Rudolf Stingel, Peter Doig and Mark Grotjahn as well as what forecasters believe they will sell for ahead of the auctions. Lastly, Anders provides us with some perspective on this auction season by comparing it to previous seasons.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, Gareth Harris, chief contributing editor at The Art Newspaper and contributor to the Financial Times, joins us to breakdown Damien Hirst's Treasures from the Wreck of the Unbelievable exhibition in Venice, his first major show in ten years. First, Gareth retells his initial reaction to the show while walking through the exhibition during the press preview. Then, he explains what he meant when he wrote, "this is what art looks like when unbridled ambition meets apparently limitless financial resources." Also, Gareth speculates why the show has been so polarizing, how galleries and museums are responding to the show and how this may impact Hirst's declining market.
In this week's edition of the ArtTactic Podcast, Chris Moore, founder of Randian, the Chinese art magazine, to update us on the latest happenings in the Chinese art market. First, Chris shares his overall impressions of this year's edition of Art Basel Hong Kong including the level of sales at the fair this year and the type of art on display. Then, he touches on the level of success American and European galleries are having targeting Chinese collectors. Also, Chris discusses the how the maturation of Chinese art museums are positively impacting the Chinese art scene and identifies some of the up and coming contemporary Chinese artists at this moment.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, Clare McAndrew, founder of Arts Economics and author of the recently released Art Basel & UBS Global Art Market Report, joins us to discuss her findings from her report. First, Clare shares some of the major takeaways from the report and puts into context the art market's performance in 2016 versus previous years. Then, she explains the significance of the large disparity between auction sales which fell 26% last year and dealer sales which increased 3%. Also, Clare touches on the discrepancies between her numbers and those witnessed in the competing TEFAF art market report as well as China's current role in the global art market.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, we're joined by Tom Toumazis, investor and chairman of Tagsmart, an art startup providing technologically advanced art authentication solutions. First, Tom explains their DNA tagging technology and how it works. Then, he argues why it's so important in today's art market to have technologies like Tagsmart to authenticate artworks. Also, Tom walks us through the lifecycle of an artwork from the artist creating it to a collector buying it and how their tags may be utilized. Lastly, Tom touches on how they have persuaded prominent artists such as Marc Quinn to embrace their technology.
In this week's edition of the ArtTactic Podcast, Rachel Pownall, author of the recently released TEFAF Art Market Report, joins us to discuss her findings from her report. First, Rachel discusses the significant shift in sales from auctions to the private market last year and why this occurred. Then, she speculates why the art market has remained stagnant while global equities are surging. Also, Rachel identifies trends over the past year relating to galleries, art fairs and the online art market.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, we're joined by Karline Moeller and Josie Hines, co-founders of Art Frankly, a startup professional networking platform for the art world. As a hybrid between IMDB and LinkedIn, Karline and Josie first share with us some of the main features on the platform, such as job listings, connecting with others in the industry and space rentals. Then, they discuss the extent of the void that exists in the art world today in terms of individuals being unable to connect with others. Also, Karline and Josie explain how younger entrants in the industry as well as veterans are engaging with the platform and how employers are responding to the idea of utilizing Art Frankly to find applicants for job openings.
In this week's edition of the ArtTactic Podcast, Serge Tiroche, co-founder of Art Vantage, an art investment fund focused on contemporary art from emerging art markets, joins us to update us on his fund. First, Serge details the performance of his fund, which launched in 2011. Then, he reveals how the development of several emerging art markets has impacted his ability to opportunistically acquire artworks from these markets. Also, Serge shares some lessons he has learned from being one of the few successful art investment fund managers. Lastly, Serge speculates on the future of the niche art investment fund space.
In this week's edition of the ArtTactic Podcast, Nate Freeman, senior staff writer at ARTnews, joins us to recap the The Armory Show which occurred this past weekend in New York City. First, Nate touches on Benjamin Genocchio's impact on this year's fair in his first full year as director. Then, he shares his reporting on the evolution of the popular Kusama installation at this year's fair. Also, Nate discusses the level of sales at this year's edition of The Armory Show as well as how the market is feeling after the weekend. Lastly, Nate provides us with his thoughts on some of the other fairs taking place this weekend.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, Anders Petterson, founder and managing director of ArtTactic, speaks with us about ArtTactic's inaugural edition of our South Asian Art Market Report, which is now available to download for free at ArtTactic.com. First, Anders provides us with some background on the report and why ArtTactic is launching its inaugural edition now. Then, he shares some of the key findings from the report. Also, Anders tells us whats next in regard to ArtTactic research reports coming out in the near future.
In this week's edition of the ArtTactic Podcast, Puneet Shah, founder of Akara Art, a Mumbai-based gallery showing Indian modern and contemporary artists, joins us to talk about the state of the Indian art market. First, Puneet reflects on recently launching an art gallery in India. Then, he identifies some of the positive and challenging trends facing the Indian art market as we enter 2017. Also, Puneet describes the aesthetics of the art being made by notable contemporary Indian artists.
In this week’s episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, Javier Lumbreras, CEO of Artemundi Management Limited, joins us to talk about his recently closed art investment fund as well as the art fund industry. First, Javier reflects on his first fund and shares with us his five golden rules for managing a successful art investment fund, a rarity in the art world. Then, Javier identifies some of the challenges and obstacles he faced when launching and managing the fund that he didn’t foresee. Also, he speculates as to why more art funds haven’t successfully launched in the art world given its appeal as an alternative asset. Lastly, given the art market and macroeconomy has changed over the past five years, Javier details to what extent he will modify his strategy and approach for his second fund.
In this end of the year episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, Katya Kazakina, art market reporter for Bloomberg News, reflects on the major events in the art market in 2016. First, Katya selects the contraction of the art market, in particular observed at auction, as the major headline of 2016. Then, she identifies Agnes Martin, Yayoi Kusama, Kerry James Marshall and Harold Ancart as artists who had the best 2016. Also, Katya details Instagram's increasing influence over the past year in terms of how artists are discovered and artworks are sold. Lastly, Katya shares with us how market participants are feeling about the state of the art market as we head into 2017.
In this week's edition of the ArtTactic Podcast, Robin Pogrebin, culture reporter for The New York Times, joins us to recap Art Basel Miami Beach. First, Robin discusses how visitors and gallerists felt about the relatively slow pace of the fair this year and also identifies some of the reasons why this year wasn't as expeditious as in the past. Then, she describes the type of artists and artworks that were on display for sale at this year's fair. Also, Robin touches on the difference between the art world and the art market's reaction to Trump's election victory. Lastly, Robin explains the significance of the Rubell collection and the other notable Miami-based private contemporary art collections as tastemakers for the contemporary art world.
In this week's edition of the ArtTactic Podcast, Bose Krishnamachari, director of the Kochi-Muziris Biennale, the Indian based contemporary art biennale, joins us ahead of their biennale starting on December 12th. First, Bose tells us about the history of the biennale as well as what distinguishes it from other ones in the art world. Then, he reveals how it has influenced the Indian and South Asian art scene as well as its perception abroad. Also, Bose discusses the current state of the South Asian contemporary art market and where he sees it headed in the future.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, Paddle8's Shea Goli, head of the London contemporary sale, and Patrick van der Vorst, UK CEO, update us on the online auction house following its merger with Auctionata as well as share news about their first live streaming auctions. First, six months after the announced merger with Auctionata, Patrick and Shea tell us the ways in which Paddle8 has benefited from joining with competitor Auctionata. Then, they highlight areas of strength and weakness in the mid-market, where the majority of the art market operates. Additionally, with major auction houses recently launching eCommerce platforms, Shea and Patrick reveal Paddle's pitch to persuade consignors to sell with them. Also, they tell us about their upcoming Paddle8 Pad, a set of live streaming auctions and why they decided to pursue the live sales format. Lastly, they highlight some lots from their inaugural lives sales.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, Judd Tully, editor at large of Art + Auction, joins us to recap last week's major post-war and contemporary sales in New York. First, Judd reveals the mood of the art market just ahead of the auctions, following the US election, and if it was similar to the summer auctions that occurred in London shortly after Brexit. Then, he highlights some of the key takeaways from the auction results and what it indicates for the health of the art market. Also, Judd touches on the sustainability of Adrian Ghenie's incredible market surge as well as why Phillips' sale last week was a "breakthrough" for the auction house.
In this week's edition of the ArtTactic Podcast, Ari Grazi, president and co-founder of Indiewalls, an online art platform created to connect designers, interior decorators and businesses with artists, joins us to discuss the commercial art space. First, Ari explains how Indiewalls is different than so many other art eCommerce websites in that it focuses on corporate clients seeking art for commercial spaces, rather than individual collectors. Then, he reveals to what extent owners of commercial property, such as hotels, are concerned with the art that hangs on their walls from both an aesthetic and cost perspective. Also, Ari tell us how much competition there is in this unique area of the art market, he identifies the types of artists who submit artworks on his platform and he shares some metrics on the company's recent performance.
In this week's edition of the ArtTactic Podcast, Gareth Harris, chief contributing editor at The Art Newspaper and contributor to the Financial Times, recaps the French contemporary art fair FIAC and touches on how Brexit may impact the UK art market. First, Gareth outlines some of the major differences between FIAC, which occurred last week in Paris, and Frieze, which took place the preceding week in London. Also, Gareth observed that many American collectors were missing from this year's edition of FIAC and he speculates on why that was the case. Then, he summarizes how the fair did from a sales perspective. Additionally, Gareth identifies some of the major aspects of the UK art market that may be impacted by Brexit as well as if participants in the market are preparing in any way for the eventual exit from the EU.
In this week's edition of the ArtTactic Podcast, Mark Rappolt, editor-in-chief of ArtReview, joins us to discuss their annual Power 100, a ranking of the year's most influential people in the contemporary art world. First, Mark reveals that Hans Ulrich Obrist is at the top of the rankings and explains why they awarded that spot to the Serpentine Galleries director. Then, Mark discusses what story this year's list reveals in terms of where the most influence currently lies in the art world. Also, he touches on the decreasing influence of art critics, he identifies which individuals experienced the greatest rises in the rankings from last year and he touches on some of the geographical trends in the rankings over the past few years.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, Nicholas Forrest, Head of Visual Arts at ARTINFO, joins us to recap Frieze Art Fair, which occurred last week in London. First, Nicholas summarizes the level of sales at this year's edition of the fair and highlights some of the most notable artworks at Frieze from an aesthetic or price point perspective. Then, he shares some of the most discussed topics of conversation at this year's fair by insiders. Also, he reveals how galleries are combating art fair fatigue, analyzes the contemporary auctions which occurred during Frieze week and explained to what extent the weak Pound impacted sales throughout the week.
In this week's edition of the ArtTactic Podcast, Andrea Danese, CEO and president of Athena Art Finance, speaks to us about Athena's practices and position within the art financing space. First, Andrea tells us how much potential he sees for the nascent art financing industry in the future. Then, as art financing is still a new concept to many, he reveals to what extent clients reach out to Athena versus Athena directly engaging with individuals, educating them about their product and the ability to borrow against their collections. After, Andrea walks us through the process of how Athena lends against an artwork and some of the decisions and processes involved as a lender. Lastly, as the art financing space continues becoming more competitive, Andrea shares with us where he see Athena fitting into this competitive landscape.
In this week's edition of the ArtTactic Podcast, we speak with Sara Roffino, senior editor at Art + Auction magazine about her latest article, the 25 Most Collectible Conceptual Artists. First, Sara clarifies for us the definition of conceptual art, then speculates why it's so difficult for collectors to collect and embrace compared to other artistic movements. Then, she identifies a few of the most well-known artists on her list and some of the less familiar artists in her article. Also, Sara reveals to what extent conceptual artists have recently appeared at auction, in museum shows and in galleries.
In this week’s episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, Anders Petterson, founder of ArtTactic, joins us to discuss ArtTactic’s upcoming seminar, How to Research Your Art Business Idea, a 3-evening course occurring from September 12-14 in London. Considering that we interview so many art entrepreneurs on the podcast, we thought you would enjoy hearing a preview of our seminar, which is focused on assisting art entrepreneurs with their business ideas. First, Anders explains why ArtTactic is hosting the seminar at this time, citing the many ways in which the art industry is changing, including the increasing entrepreneurship outside of the transaction based business models, the increase in the industry’s size, the maturation of art as an asset class and the increasing development of technology, social media and e-commerce. Then, Anders details what the course aims to achieve and what an aspiring or existing art entrepreneur can learn over the three evenings.
In this week’s edition of the ArtTactic Podcast, Richard Polsky, author, dealer and the founder of Richard Polsky Art Authentication returns to the podcast to update us on his authentication business as well as discuss some recent happenings in the art world. First, Richard updates us as to how the authentication service is going thus far, which was launched last October focused exclusively on authenticating Andy Warhols. Then, Richard reveals that he has expanded his authentication business to include Jean-Michel Basquiat and Keith Haring and explains some of the key factors to consider when trying to authenticate their artworks. Meanwhile, while the authentication services for Warhol, Basquiat and Haring are now defunct in large part due to costly litigation, Richard explains why he believes he will be able to avoid such costs. Also, he reveals to what extent he has communicated with these respective artists’ estates regarding his authentication business. Lastly, Richard shares his thoughts on the current state of the art market and also reacts to the breaking news regarding Alec Baldwin, Mary Boone and Ross Bleckner.
In this week’s edition of the ArtTactic Podcast, we’re here with Matthias Dorner, founder of Wydr, a new start-up considered to be Tinder for the art world. First, Matthias walks us through how someone uses Wydr and then explains how similar the app is is to Tinder. Then, Matthias argues why viewing art one work at a time using a swiping motion is preferable over the traditional way of viewing artwork online, many thumbnails at a time. Also. he shares his thoughts regarding to what extent he believes the art world will eventually adopt this format of viewing artworks. Lastly, Matthias explains why Wydr is so appealing to millennials and also what type of artists are choosing to feature their artwork on the app.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, Max Fishko, director of the Seattle Art Fair, joins us to preview this year's edition of the fair which is occurring on August 4th-7th. First, Max describes the Seattle art scene to us as well as the collecting community there. Then, he reveals Microsoft co-founder Paul Allen's motivation for establishing the Seattle Art Fair last year and his involvement in the fair. Also, Max shares his thoughts on the different ways in which galleries are attempting to pursue emerging collectors from the technology industry. Lastly, Max previews this year's edition of the fair and the week in Seattle.
In this week’s edition of the ArtTactic Podcast, we’re here with Ayal Brenner, founding member and director of Artist Pension Trust, to discuss the trust’s first distribution since its establishment in 2004. First, Ayal explains the concept of Artist Pension Trust as a risk diversification tool to provide more secure income to artists. Then, Ayal identifies some of the most prominent artists who participate in Artist Pension Trust, including Rashid Johnson, Ivan Navarro and three former Turner Prize winners. Also, he reveals the strategy and process regarding selling artworks from the trust and how the money generated from these sales is distributed to the artists. Lastly, Ayal discusses why this financial structure is so appealing to artists and what kind of artists are benefitting the most from this.
In this week’s episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, we’re joined by Dr Alireza Sami Azar, a former head of Tehran’s Museum of Contemporary Art and head of Tehran Auction, launched in 2012 as a private initiative to introduce Iranian art to art collectors and a global audience. First, Alireza talks about the establishment of Tehran Auction and how it has helped develop a domestic art market in Iran. Then, Alireza speculates to what extent the lifting of sanctions on Iran will lead to more international buyers for Iranian art. Also, he describes the art schools, gallery structure and museums in Tehran and how similar or different they are than those in the US and Europe. Lastly, Alireza identifies some of the most prominent and emerging Iranian artists that are featured most prominently at Tehran Auction.
In this week’s edition of the ArtTactic Podcast, Nate Freeman, senior staff writer at ARTnews, joins us to discuss how Brexit may impact the art market and to recap Art Basel. First, Nate shares his thoughts on to what extent Brexit may influence the art market in both the short-term and long-term. Then, Nate relays his interactions with several mega-galleries at Art Basel regarding the mood of the art market and how the fair went for them. Also, he identifies some of the most talked about artworks at this year's fair. Lastly, Nate touches on the presence of 8-figure artworks at Art Basel, the size of this year's crowd and if younger artists were prominently featured at the fair.
In this week’s episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, we speak with Simon de Pury, a London-based art dealer and adviser, author of the new book The Auctioneer: Adventures in the Art Trade and both the former Chairman of Sotheby’s Europe and the former owner and co-founder of Phillips de Pury. First, Simon tells us about his new book and what inspired him to write it at this time. Then, he reflects on the time just before he left Sotheby’s and what prompted him to leave to ultimately establish Phillips de Pury. Also, Simon reveals some of the advantages of Phillips de Pury being a smaller auction house in relation to Christie’s and Sotheby’s. Further, he gives his impressions on the development of the online art market and where he sees it heading in the future. Lastly, Simon identifies some exciting contemporary art scenes across the world, shares what he believes to be the mood of the contemporary art market at this moment and offers important advice to emerging art collectors.
In this week’s episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, Robert Manley, formerly the deputy chairman of post-war and contemporary art at Christie’s and who will soon be joining Phillips auction house in a similar capacity, joins us to speak with us about his experiences participating in our ArtTactic Forecaster competition in which participants forecast prices of artworks upcoming at auction. Robert has given 2,650 predictions in the ArtTactic Forecaster game since May 2014 and he recently won the 2015-2016 Expert League season championship. First, Robert shares what initially drew him to ArtTactic Forecaster and what motivated him to leave so many forecasts. Then, Robert explains why giving forecasts then having the opportunity to review and analyze his performance improved his forecasting accuracy. Also, he reveals what he has learned about his forecasting abilities that has surprised him. Additionally, Robert offers some free advice on leaving accurate forecasts, in particular he emphasizes the importance of the low estimate figure. Lastly, Robert shares his commentary on the May contemporary sales as well as the state of the overall contemporary art market.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, we're joined by Jean-Baptiste Fabre, founder of Auction After Sale, an online platform addressing artworks unsold at auction. First, Jean-Baptiste reveals the difficulties established auctions houses have in managing unsold lots. Then, he walks us through Auction After Sale's platform and explains how a visitor can make an offer on an unsold lot. Also, Jean-Baptiste shares how he approached auction houses regarding his business and how they initially reacted to his proposal. Lastly, Jean-Baptiste tells us how much an artwork burned at auction impacts its value.
In this week's edition of the ArtTactic Podcast, we speak with Yan Walther, managing director of SGS Art Services, which offers a wide range of highly technical and analytical services for the art world. First, Yan addresses the reasons behind the increasing numbers of fraudulent artworks on the market and how SGS' technologies protect buyers from acquiring such artworks. Also, he explains why traditional condition reports are inadequate in today's art market. Then, Yan speculates on some of the technological trends he envisions the art world embracing over the next few years.
In this week’s episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, we're joined by Katie Kennedy Perez, founder of Geneva-based Kennedy Fine Art, which provides valuations for art financing companies. First, Katie gives us a sense of the size of the art lending industry in Europe and to what extent it is has grown in the past few years. Then, she reveals if it has become difficult to value art given recent global economic volatility. Also, Katie explains why Europe needs to regulate this area of the market similar to the United States. Lastly, Katie shares her opinion on the strength of the contemporary art market at the moment in Europe.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, Brenda Valansi, CEO of ArtRio, Brazil's leading art fair, updates us on the Brazilian art scene. First, given the current political conflict as well as the recession in Brazil, Brenda shares with us to what extent these events have impacted the Brazilian art market. Then, Brenda tells us how her personal mission of attempting to reduce Brazil's hefty art import tax is progressing. Also, she speaks about the advantages and disadvantages of having several blue-chip foreign galleries exhibit at ArtRio. Lastly, Brenda reveals how the Brazilian art scene has transformed over the past six years and identifies challenges that must be overcome in order for the Brazilian art scene to continue to mature.
In this week’s episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, Scott Phillips, co-founder and CEO of Rise Art, an online art gallery in which you can buy or rent contemporary art. First, Scott explains why Rise Art has made renting art a significant component of their business model. Then, Scott argues why renting art actually isn’t a new concept in the art world, but is new at a lower price point. Also, Scott gives us a sense as to who is the kind of collector who is choosing to rent over immediately buying the artwork from Rise Art. Lastly, he discusses the importance of social media in today’s online art market.
In this week’s edition of the ArtTactic Podcast, we speak with Jessica Paindiris and Gaia Banovich, co-founders of The Clarion List, the leading online directory of art service providers with ratings and reviews. First, Jessica and Gaia explain the concept behind their site and answer if it can be considered Yelp for the art world. Then, they discuss what experiences in their art world careers motivated them to launch this service. Also, they walk us through the features of the website, share how art service providers and galleries have reacted thus far to The Clarion List and reveal their strategy as to how they plan on growing their online community to increase the number of reviews left on the platform.
In this week’s episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, we’re joined by Liz Hopfan, founder and Executive Director of Free Arts NYC, a non-profit organization dedicated to providing under-served children and families with a unique combination of educational arts and mentoring programs. First, tells us about Free Arts NYC and the current programming they provided to children, teens and families. Then, Liz reveals how some recognizable fine artists have take part in Free Arts NYC’s programming with children, including: Dan Colen, Rashid Johnson and Rob Pruitt. Also, in light of Free Arts NYC’s upcoming benefit auction, she shares with us the process of organizing such an event as well as asking contemporary artists to donate artworks for the evening. Additionally, Liz explains the ways in which the growth of the art market has positively impacted Free Arts NYC. Lastly, Liz elaborates on some of the current challenges facing arts organizations in New York City.
In this week’s episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, Stephen Tanenbaum, co-founder and CEO of UGallery, an art e-commerce platform that connects artists directly with collectors. Launching in 2006, as one of the first art e-commerce websites, Stephen first describes the online art market in 2006 and why he was compelled to be one of the first businesses to enter into it. Then, Stephen compares the online art market in 2006 to the online art market today. Also, he walks us through the experience of an artist getting his/her artwork on their platform and a collector buying art from the site. Additionally, Stephen talks with us about the types of both artists and collectors they are attracting to UGallery. Lastly, Stephen shares his thoughts on if the art market can handle this many online businesses or if a bubble has developed in this space.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, Robert Norton, CEO of Verisart, tells us about his new startup that verifies art authenticity through blockchain technology. First, Robert briefly explains blockchain technology and how Verisart plans to utilize it within the art world. Then, Robert walks us through Verisart's app and how artists, galleries and collectors can use it to confirm ownership and authenticity of an artwork. Also, he explains how Verisart fits into the recent proliferation of the art eCommerce sector. Lastly, Robert shares how people in the art world have reacted thus far regarding embracing the blockchain technology.
In this week’s episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, Jori Finkel, Los Angeles correspondent for The Art Newspaper and a regular contributor to the New York Times, joins us to to chat about the buzzing art scene in LA. First, Jori discusses the trend of galleries expanding into Los Angeles in order to protect their west-coast based artists from joining local galleries or to scoop up LA artists without representation at home. Then, Jori explains why despite the increasing presence of artists and galleries in LA, the collector base in the area has not grown significantly. Also, she reveals how impactful the new Broad Museum has been on the LA art scene. Lastly, Jori compares the Los Angeles art market with New York City’s.
In this week’s episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, Patrick van Maris, CEO of The European Fine Art Fair, better known as TEFAF, joins us to talk about their expansion into New York as well as their upcoming Maastricht fair from March 11th to March 20th. First, Patrick shares with us more details about the fair’s upcoming launch in New York City as well as the motivation behind brining TEFAF to America at this time. Then, Patrick gives a “sales pitch” to listeners of the podcast on how TEFAF differentiates itself from the rest of the art fairs that occur in New York City. Also, he previews the Maastricht fair by identifying a few of the notable works of art that will be at this year’s edition. Lastly, Patrick shares his thoughts on the state of the art market and why he believes we are in the midst of a market correction.
In this week’s edition of the ArtTactic Podcast, Marco Forgione, CEO of the British Antique Dealers’ Association (BADA), joins us to preview BADA’s Antiques and Fine Art Fair as well as discuss their new online auction platform. First, Marco shares with us the motivation for BADA to launch its own online auction website exclusively for its dealers. Then, Marco elaborates on why the state of the antiques market has strengthened over the past few years. Also, he previews the diversity of objects that will be featured at this year’s BADA’s Antiques and Fine Art Fair in London. Lastly, Marco explains about how antiques and modern and contemporary art complement each other.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, Anny Shaw, UK correspondent and art market reporter for The Art Newspaper, joins us to recap last week's post-war and contemporary auctions in London. First, Anny breaks down the sales by the numbers and identifies some of the trends across the auction houses. While there seemed to be varying opinions on the strength of the sales and what they mean for the state of the art market moving forward, Anny shares with us what the mood was like amongst market participants in the sales rooms following each of the auctions. Then, she explains why the middle market may be an area which the auction houses focus on moving forward. Also, Anny picks out what kinds of artists and aesthetic styles performed favorably or were ignored by bidders during the sales. Lastly, Anny discusses the substantial drop off in auction guarantees this season.
In this week’s episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, we’re joined by Meg Maggio, Director of Pekin Fine Arts, a Beijing and Hong Kong based contemporary art gallery. First, Meg addresses to what extent the recently volatile Chinese stock market and economy has impacted the Chinese contemporary art market. Then, she explains, unlike the wave of speculation for young artists that has occurred in the US and European art market, a healthier environment exists in China for young artists at this moment. Also, with galleries in Hong Kong and Beijing, Meg shares with us some of the notable differences between operating an art gallery in these two locations. Further, Meg assesses the level of success experienced by US and European art galleries who opened locations in China over the past few years. Lastly, she identifies some of the exciting visual art trends in the Chinese contemporary art world.
In this week's edition of the ArtTactic Podcast, Christopher Bedford, director of The Rose Art Museum at Brandeis University, updates us on some of the recent activities at the museum. First, Chris shares how he has lead the museum past some of the negative publicity garnered in 2009 when it was announced, but not actually implemented, that Brandeis would close the museum and sell its permanent collection to curtail losses associated with the global financial crisis. Then, he details the incredible story of the museum's first director, Sam Hunter, and how he developed an incredible contemporary art collection for the museum in the 1960's on a limited budget. Also, Chris tells us how collectors today can learn from Sam Hunter's approach to building the museum's collection for their own private art collections. Further, Chris reveals how he balances exhibiting works from the museum's permanent collection versus organizing exhibitions featuring art from outside the museum's collection. Lastly, Chris explains why he has focused so much on strengthening the relationship between the museum and the student body at Brandeis University.
In this week’s episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, we’re joined by prominent California-based art collector, Dr Robert Shimshak. First, Robert shares his evolution as an art collector, acquiring along the way several works by Ed Ruscha, Sol Lewitt, On Kawara, Bruce Conner and others. Then, he offers advice for new collectors that he wished he had received when he first started collecting. Also, Robert gives his perspective on the current state of the art market and reveals some significant buying opportunities that currently exist. Lastly, having lived primarily on the west coast, Dr Shimshak compares the art scenes in San Francisco and Los Angeles to New York City.
In this week’s episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, Gavin Delahunty, Hoffman Family Senior Curator of Contemporary Art at the Dallas Museum of Art, joins us to discuss his critically acclaimed exhibition, Jackson Pollock: Blind Spots. First, Gavin reveals to us what inspired him to curate the largest survey of Jackson Pollock’s black paintings ever assembled. Then, he takes us inside the process of locating the artworks around the world and ultimately convincing collectors and institutions to lend their artworks for the show. Also, Gavin shares his feelings on what having a high-quality, critically acclaimed exhibition such as the Pollock show has done for the city of Dallas and more broadly he gives his impressions on Dallas’ growing contemporary art scene. Additionally, given the growth of the contemporary art market, Gavin explains to what extent, as a contemporary art curator for a museum, the art market plays in his job. Lastly, Gavin speaks about the Dallas Museum of Art’s free admission initiative and to what extent he has consequently witnessed an expanded audience at the museum.
In this week's edition of the ArtTactic Podcast, we speak with Stephen McCoubrey, curator for the UBS art collection, and Johan Jervoe, group chief marketing officer at UBS. First, Stephen and Johan discuss UBS' strategy as to what and how they acquire artworks for the corporate collection. Then, they reveal the extent of the relationship between UBS employees and the company's art collection. Also, Stephen and Johan share some of the major benefits of UBS sponsoring Art Basel. Lastly, they explain the motivation behind their recent commissioned photographs by Annie Leibovitz.
In this week's edition of the ArtTactic Podcast, Joe Elliot, director of sales and marketing at Artlogic, joins us to talk about some of the technological trends in the art market today. First, Joe tells us how technologically advanced both blue chip and emerging art galleries are at the moment. Then, he explains how galleries presently view the importance of eCommerce as a selling platform. Also, Joe discusses how collectors are benefitting from technological innovation in the art world over the past few years. Lastly, Joe explains how Artlogic plays into the technology discussion within the art world.
In this week’s episode of the ArtTactic Podcast we recap the top stories and trends in the art market from 2015 with Katya Kazakina, art market report for Bloomberg News. First, Katya shares her two top stories of the year, the increased competition between the three major auction houses and the rise of private museums established by top collectors around the world. Then, Katya identifies a diverse group of artists who she believes had the best 2015s including Frank Stella, Lucio Fontana and Kazuo Shiraga. Also, she speculates on what will happen in 2016 to the generation of emerging, younger artists who paint in an abstract, “zombie formalism” style. Further, Katya explains to what extent the online art market matured as an industry over the past year. Lastly, Katya describes the current sentiment of the art market as we enter 2016.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, Baiqu Gonkar, founder of Art Represent, a commercial platform conceived to promote, sell and exhibit artworks by artists impacted by conflict and social upheaval. First, Baiqu shares how Art Represent aids artists who are affected by conflict. Then, she describes the commonality she witnesses across the artists she has worked with in terms of how their art helped them survive and ultimately flee these conflicts. Also, Baiqu discusses how an art scene is transformed when conflict infects a region.
In this week’s episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, Kelly Crow, art market reporter for The Wall Street Journal, joins us to share her insights and observations from Art Basel Miami Beach. First, Kelly discusses the recent softening at the top of the art market, in conjunction with the strengthening lower and middle segments of the market. Then, in light of the increasing popularity and volume of art fairs, Kelly explains how galleries are altering their approaches in terms of what type of art they bring to mega-fairs such as Art Basel Miami Beach. Also, she highlights some of the prominent collectors in Miami, such as the Rubells, who annually open up their private museums to the art world during Art Basel Miami Beach and she explains to what extent these collectors have become tastemakers in the art world. Lastly, Kelly highlights a few of the exciting, younger artists who exhibited at the fairs in Miami.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, Angus Haldane, director of Haldane Fine Art, joins us to talk about the Old Masters market in light of major Old Masters auctions this week at Christie's, Sotheby's and Bonhams. First, Angus reveals why his expectations are somewhat tempered for the sales this week as well as what is the overall sentiment of the Old Masters market at this moment. Meanwhile, as the average age of an Old Masters collector is greater than Impressionist and Contemporary collectors, he shares with us what tactics he employs to try to sway younger collectors to embrace Old Masters art. Lastly, as the art market continues to grow geographically around the world, Angus tells us to what extent he has witnessed an expansion of the collector base for Old Masters artworks.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast we chat with Kenneth Schlenker, co-founder and CEO of ArtList, a startup online private art sales website. First, Kenneth tells us how they are effectively utilizing Instagram to attract collectors to their site. Then, he explains why he believes a bubble has emerged in the art e-commerce sector of the art market. Also, Kenneth tells us how he feels about ArtList selling artworks by younger, emerging artists. Lastly, Kenneth talks about the challenges ArtList and other art eCommerce sites face if they wish to flourish in the long-term.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, we're joined by Philip Mould, founder of Philip Mould & Company, a leading gallery in London, to talk about British and Old Masters art. First, Philip reveals to us what strengths and weaknesses he sees in the Old Masters market at the moment. Then, he talks about what galleries and auction houses can actively do to encourage younger collectors to show a greater interest in older British art, which is predominately collected by older collectors. Also, Philip touches on the proliferation of fakes and frauds in the art market, a topic he has covered extensively.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, Judd Tully, editor at large of Art + Auction, joins us to recap last week's contemporary auctions in New York. First, Judd discusses the biggest story of the week, the Taubman Estate sale at Sotheby's, and reveals what he heard in advance of the auction as well as how the property performed relative to its pre-sale guarantee. Then, he describes the state of the Impressionist and Modern art market in light of both Sotheby's and Christie's decisions to feature mixed Impressionist and Modern and Post-War and Contemporary auctions this season. Lastly, Judd shares the take away from this sales season in terms of what collectors are willing to pay for and what they aren't willing to pay for at the moment in this market.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, dealer, writer and curator Kenny Schachter, returns to the podcast to preview Frieze Week and the upcoming major London Contemporary auctions. First, Kenny shares with us what he is hearing in regard to the art that will be on display at Frieze art fair as well as how strong the market is heading into this busy week for the contemporary art world. Also, he gives us his impressions on the overall quality of art for sale at the auction houses this week and what the type of art for sale reveals about the current art market. Then, Kenny provides us with his predictions for how specific artworks by Christopher Wool, Rudolf Stingel and Ai Weiwei will fare on the auction block this week, in addition to discussing the interesting markets of Jonas Wood, Andre Butzer and Ella Kruglyanskaya.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, Daniel Crouch, founder of Daniel Crouch Rare Books, joins us to talk about the rare books and maps market. First, Daniel tells us about the industry's growth over the past five years and he it compares to the surge in the art market. Then, he reveals to what extent collectors from emerging economies are actively participating in this industry. Also, Daniel shares how last year he became the first rare books and maps dealer to have a booth at Frieze Masters and to what extent there was crossover between his clients and those of the other exhibitors.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, Leon Benrimon, director of modern and contemporary art in New York at Heritage Auctions, joins us to talk about Heritage's entrance into the New York City marketplace. First, Leon discusses why he left the gallery world to join the auction industry at Heritage. Then, he explains how he believes Heritage Auctions will find success in the competitive modern and contemporary sectors. Also, Leon details why what having a presence in New York City means to Heritage Auctions. Lastly, Leon reveals if the economic uncertainty over the past few months has impacted the sentiment within the contemporary art market.
In this week's edition of the ArtTactic Podcast, we're joined by David Gryn, founder of Daata Editions, an online platform for the sale of artist commissioned video, sound and web art editions. First, David tells us about the background of Daata Editions and how collectors can consume and enjoy this digital art. Then, he details some of the artists he has worked with thus far and how they responded to working on such a unique concept. Also, David shares why he believes digital art is still not in the mainstream of art collecting and what needs to transpire in order for it to grow in popularity.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, Melanie Gerlis, art market editor of The Art Newspaper and author of the book Art as an Investment? A Survey of Comparative Assets, joins us to recap last week's Frieze Art Fair in London. First, Melanie identifies some of the noticeable trends at this year's edition of the fair. Then, she discusses how the auctions during Frieze week influence the strength of sales at the fair. Also, Melanie reveals to what extent she believes the crossover effect is working at Frieze Masters and if she expects the fair to continue for the foreseeable future.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, Richard Polsky, returns to the podcast to talk with us about his new venture, Polsky's Andy Warhol Art Authentication Service. First, Richard talks about the role the Warhol authentication committee played in the art world and the value it brought to collectors and the art market when it was in existence. Then, he speculates why no entities thus far have attempted to authenticate Warhol works and why he believes with his credentials and experiences with Warhol he's the right person to establish a Warhol authentication business. Lastly, Richard shares his strategy as to how he can grow his business so his authenticity service is recognized and respected throughout the art world.