I am excited for what awaits us and to uncover 2019's breakthrough stars as well as witness new works by some of my established go-to artists.
Here is a list of some of my top picks of favorite Iconic annual events to attend this year that will transport me both physically, to many cities around the world, as well as lift my spirits and inspire me in the way only the art world can!
Palm Beach Modern + Contemporary Art Fair
For the first time, Palm Beach Modern + Contemporary Art Fair, presented by Art Miami and hosted by the City of West Palm Beach, will kick off in West Palm Beach, sponsored by Christie’s International Real Estate. Making its debut at West Palm Beach City’s Tent Site near CityPlace, the 65,000 square foot pavilion will offer collectors, art connoisseurs and art world luminaries the opportunity to acquire investment quality Blue Chip contemporary, Post-War works from 60 top international galleries from as far as Japan, United Kingdom, France, Germany, Canada, The Netherlands, Portugal, and Venezuela.
MATERIAL ART FAIR, MEXICO
In 2019, Material Art Fair will celebrate its sixth edition from February 7th – 10th at the Frontón México, an Art Deco-era sporting arena located directly alongside the breathtaking Monument to the Revolution, in the heart of Mexico City.
Material’s milestone fifth edition was described as “an architecturally-charged, holistic physical and cultural experience” and “a living monument to the vitalization of Mexico City as a distinctive part of the international art community,” which was “packed with collectors, curators, and artists” and “wowed visitors” with “an impressive display of artistic talent” and “innovative individuality.”
FRIEZE LOS ANGELES
Frieze Los Angeles is located at Paramount Pictures Studios in Hollywood California
Frieze’s new contemporary art fair offers an unparalleled opportunity to discover 70 of the world’s most significant and forward-thinking galleries inside a bespoke structure designed by architect Kulapat Yantrasast. Taking place during Los Angeles’ Awards Season and celebrating the wealth of art and cultural activity across the city, Frieze Week promises to be an unmissable moment in Los Angeles.
THE ARMORY25
Staged on Piers 92 & 94, The Armory Show features leading international galleries, innovative artist commissions, and dynamic public programs.
The Armory Show is New York City’s premier art fair and a leading cultural destination for discovering and collecting the world’s most important 20th- and 21st-century art. Staged on Piers 92 & 94, The Armory Show features presentations by leading international galleries, innovative artist commissions and dynamic public programs. Since its founding in 1994, The Armory Show has served as a nexus for the art world, inspiring dialogue, discovery and patronage in the visual arts.
The Armory Show was founded by four New York gallerists – Colin de Land, Pat Hearn, Matthew Marks and Paul Morris – who sought a platform to present and promote new voices in the visual arts. In its 24 years, The Armory Show has stayed firm to its mission while establishing itself as an unmissable art event set in the heart of New York City and welcoming over 65,000 visitors annually.
ARTBASEL HONG KONG
Underlining Art Basel's commitment to the region, half of the participating galleries once again have exhibition spaces in Asia and Asia-Pacific. The show provides an in-depth overview of the region’s diversity through both historical material and cutting-edge works by established and emerging artists.