"The financial burden of participating in prominent art fairs such as Art Basel or Frieze poses a significant challenge for small galleries and emerging artists, particularly in recent months as the art market has been grappling with a crisis. In this discussion, Magnus Resch raises critical questions: How many more galleries can continue to operate under such difficult market condi...

Many people believe that art showcased at events like the Venice Biennale isn't up for sale, viewing it solely as a government-backed showcase for contemporary art. However, this perception doesn't quite align with reality. While it's true that artworks themselves can't be bought or sold within the context of these biennials, the art market has ingeniously found ways to capitalize o...

Art Dubai began in 2007 and over the past 17 years has established itself as a catalyst for the arts of the MENASA region in local, regional and international conversations. This art fair has also helped to place the art of these regions on the world map.Art Dubai 2024 will be held in March as usual. This event in four sections: Contemporary, Gateway, Modern and Digital also hosts I...

Abu Dhabi Art was established in 2009 and caused significant changes in the Middle East art scene. In the first years, Abu Dhabi Art had an international approach, but gradually, it took a regional and local trend and focused more on the art of the MENA region. Since the establishment of this art fair, Iranian galleries and Iranian artists have also participated in it and have exper...

Abu Dhabi November Artfair is held every year by the Department of Culture and Tourism of Abu Dhabi and under the patronage of Sheikh Khalid bin Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Executive Council. Each participant is selected annually by an internal committee in the Ministry of Culture and Tourism and selected curators. This art e...

On July 8, 2023, the second meeting of gallery owners with the title of Gallery Owners, Art Market Structure and Challenges was held at Kaarmaan House. In this meeting, Maryam Majd and Shahed Safari, Sanam Haghigi, Sajjad Baghban Maher and Mohammad Reza Moridi gave speeches. In the following, you will read Maryam Majd & Shahed Saffari's speach about the importance of art fairs i...

Contemporary Istanbul Art Fair, focusing on contemporary art, is holding its 18th edition this year. The first edition of this art fair was held in 2006. Contemporary Istanbul 2023 or CI will be held this year from September 26 till October 1st in Istanbul, Turkey. In addition to the exhibition section, this art fair also has a section dedicated to photos and panels for artists to d...

In recent years, the presence of mega-art fairs like Art Basel and Frieze has expanded significantly in Asia. One key factor behind this trend is the diversification strategies adopted by the organizers of these events. Another major driver is the rapid growth of the ultra-wealthy in Asia, as highlighted by global wealth data, making the region increasingly attractive for high-value...

During the Art Dubai, we talked to Parinaz Eleish and asked about her artistic experience inside and outside of Iran.