Lisa Movius – The Art Newspaper

Lisa Movius – The Art Newspaper

1 April 2024

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.

Jori Finkel – The New York Times

24 February 2024

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.

Magnus Renfrew – ART SG

8 January 2024

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.

Oliver Miro – Vortic

26 December 2023

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.

 

Sarah Douglas – ARTnews

13 December 2023

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.

Jeff Lawson – Untitled Art

26 November 2023

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.

 

Melane Gerlis – The Art Newspaper

20 October 2023

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.

Jenny Gibbs – International Fine Print Dealers Association

9 October 2023

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.

Also check out ArtTactic’s inaugural report on the print market.

Andy St. Louis – Seoul Art Friend

18 September 2023

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.

 

Nicole Berry – The Armory Show

5 September 2023

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.

 

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