ArtTactic

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 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.