Lise Alves is a freelance journalist based in São Paulo, Brazil. My stories have appeared in The Rio Times, CNS, The Art Newspaper, The Lancet, The Guardian, and EarthBeat. I write about social issues, environment, science, politics and travel. I have also produced pieces for Deutsche Welle Radio, ...

International galleries and collectors finally returning to Brazil’s ArtRio fair

15 Sept 2023  |  www.theartnewspaper.com  |  English  |  Art Fair

ArtRio's 13th edition in Rio de Janeiro saw a significant increase in international gallery participation, with 80 galleries, up from 62 in 2022. The fair, held at Marina da Glória, featured exhibitors from Uruguay, the United States, Italy, and Portugal. Key figures like Brenda Valansi and Martin Castillo highlighted the fair's renewed international interest. Notable galleries included Sur Galeria and Francisco Fino, with artists like Priscila Rooxo and René Machado drawing significant attention. The fair's structure, divided into Earth and Sea pavilions, showcased a diverse range of contemporary and modern Brazilian art, emphasizing themes like gender, territory, and class.

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Richard Assheton has half a decade's experience reporting from across Europe, Africa and Asia for news brands including The Times, the Financial Times and the Guardian, covering global events and producing exclusive news and features. His subjects are not always easy interviews: he has sought out ...

Reframed by Black Lives Matter, African art is an £11bn global hit

06 Nov 2022  |  www.thetimes.com  |  English  |  African Art

Peterside, a Nigerian art enthusiast, has played a pivotal role in elevating African art to global prominence through initiatives like Art X Lagos. The Black Lives Matter movement has significantly influenced the art market, driving a surge in demand for African art, now valued at £11.5 billion. Major names like El Anatsui have seen their works gain international acclaim. Multinational businesses, such as Nando’s, have also contributed by supporting emerging artists. The text underscores the transformative impact of political movements on cultural and economic landscapes.

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Antoni Belchi is a journalist based in Miami, United States of America. He moved from Barcelona to United States in 2010. As a graduate in journalism with over 12 years of experience at top tier international media outlets such as The Washington Post, EFE, AFP, France 24, CNN, Voice of America, etc ...

Fernando Botero's works 'will be revalued a lot' in the next decade according to experts

11 Dec 2023  |  Voz de América  |  Spanish  |  Art

Fernando Botero's distinctive and internationally recognized art, known for its voluptuous forms, has been celebrated at Context Miami, coinciding with Art Basel. Julián Navarro, director of Context Miami, praised Botero's over fifty years of creating new iconography and his presence in over two hundred museums. Following Botero's death on September 15 in Monaco, experts predict a significant increase in the value of his works, emphasizing his unique contributions and the uniqueness of his pieces, as he did not produce lithographs or editions of his paintings or drawings.

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Victoria Burnett is a journalist based in Madrid, Spain.

Cuban artists expect a flood of clients from the USA

25 Jan 2015  |  www1.folha.uol.com.br  |  Portuguese  |  Art Market

Cuban artists are experiencing increased interest from American collectors following President Barack Obama's decision to ease the economic embargo on Cuba. High-profile clients like Will Smith have already made significant purchases, and institutions such as the Museum of Modern Art in New York are planning visits. The influx of collectors is expected to grow, potentially making Cuban artists less accessible as they balance meeting foreign buyers with their work. Despite the challenges, the opening of diplomatic relations is seen as a positive development for the Cuban art market.

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I am a freelance journalist based in Abidjan, Côte d'Ivoire (Ivory Coast) who collaborates with several European media, especially French and Swiss. I investigate, I do fieldwork and I cover mostly social, political, economic, environmental and religious topics. I am very flexible and I also take ...

Côte d’Ivoire: In Abidjan, the contemporary art scene is in full swing

13 Sept 2020  |  www.lemonde.fr  |  French  |  Contemporary Art

The contemporary art scene in Abidjan, Côte d'Ivoire, is experiencing significant growth and excitement. Key figures like Gazelle Guirandou and Véronique Rieffel are leading the charge with new exhibitions and galleries. The local market is expanding, with increased interest from both local and international collectors. The first contemporary art museum in Abidjan has opened, funded by Adama Toungara. Despite challenges, the art market shows resilience and potential for further development, with discussions about future international events and auctions.

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I am a journalist based in Dakar, Senegal who love to write about minorities, specially about women, and environment. I write for french newspapers and also for senegalese website but more than interested to develop others skills (radio for example) and ready to try new opportunities !
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In the Heart of Dakar's Private Contemporary Art Galleries

30 Jun 2022  |  Le Point.fr  |  French  |  Contemporary Art

Dakar's contemporary art scene is flourishing with the emergence of numerous private galleries and exhibition spaces, driven by growing interest in African artists. Key galleries include Galerie Cécile Fakhoury, OH Gallery, and Selebe Yoon, each contributing uniquely to the promotion and development of contemporary African art. These galleries not only provide exhibition spaces but also support artists' careers through residencies, publications, and international collaborations. The art market in Dakar is expanding, attracting both local and international attention, and fostering a dynamic cultural environment.

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London born, native-English writer.

I specialize in Travel and Lifestyle content - longform, listicles, descriptive, and personal accounts.

We all want a piece of the ‘Picasso of Greece’

12 Jun 2024  |  www.ft.com  |  English  |  Art Market

Alekos Fassianos, known as the 'Picasso of Greece', is experiencing a resurgence in interest following his death in 2022. His works, including paintings, sculptures, and furniture, are gaining popularity and increasing in value, with notable sales at Bonhams auctions. His art is celebrated for its unique style, characterized by vibrant colors and symbolic motifs. The Fassianos Estate, managed by his daughter Viktoria, oversees his legacy, with a museum dedicated to his work on the island of Kea. Collectors and galleries are particularly interested in his pieces from the late 1960s and 1990s, while limited-edition reproductions of his furniture are available at Carwan Gallery in Athens.

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Theo Farrant is a journalist based in Bristol, United Kingdom.

Picasso and Klimt masterpieces: These are the most expensive paintings sold at auction in 2023

03 Jan 2024  |  www.euronews.com  |  English  |  Art Market

In 2023, the global arts market saw a significant increase, but auction activity was more restrained compared to the previous year. The combined value of the top 100 auction lots totaled $2.4 billion, a decrease from $4.1 billion in 2022. The top five most expensive paintings sold at auction included works by Gustav Klimt, Jean-Michel Basquiat, Claude Monet, and Pablo Picasso. Klimt's 'Insel im Attersee' and 'Dame mit Fächer', Basquiat's 'El Gran Espectaculo', Monet's 'Le bassin aux nymphéas', and Picasso's 'Femme à la montre' were among the highest-grossing pieces, with Picasso's painting fetching the highest price at $139.3 million.

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Paolo Gambi is a multi-awarded post-contemporary multimedia artist, poet, performer, journalist and expert of communication. His mission is to bring ‘poetry everywhere’ as his motto states.
He has written more than 30 books
As for practical experience, he had an experience at the Financial Times, ...

Patriarchy, Millionaire Bananas, Ramy. The Words of the Week

30 Nov 2024  |  ilGiornale.it  |  Italian  |  Art Market

The article discusses various topics that have been prominent in the past week, including the death of Ramy Elgaml during a police chase, the sale of Maurizio Cattelan's artwork 'Comedian' for $6.2 million, the geopolitical significance of the BRICS nations, and the ongoing debate around gender issues and woke ideology in Italy. It critiques the commercialization of art, the influence of woke ideology in media, and the intellectual circles in Italy, particularly focusing on Chiara Valerio's connections. The article reflects on the need for a balanced approach to crime and societal issues, while also addressing the changing global power dynamics.

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Lisa Gibbons is a journalist. 

A self starter, blockchain advocate with a love for creative writing. Lisa began writing about post-colonial identities in 2012 and has kept up her love for the written word. She is a keen writer in the Blockchain and Crypto space. Lisa enjoys research and ...

Neoki, Decentralizing Design, Democratizing Wealth in the Web3 World

06 Jun 2023  |  Blockleaders  |  English  |  NFT Marketplace

Neoki, a platform at the forefront of the digital art revolution, has launched its NFT and Twin marketplace, coinciding with the release of the Dalahäst Collection to celebrate Sweden's 500th National Day. The collection, consisting of 500 NFTs, sold out in 33 hours and will offer surprise utilities within Neoki's MultiMetaverse. Neoki's marketplace is a blend of NFT and e-commerce platforms, allowing users to mint, tokenize, and trade digital and physical assets. The company's vision, articulated by Co-Founders Zara Zamani and CEO Hamid Azarak, is to democratize the design industry by merging the physical and digital worlds, creating a decentralized metaverse with a multi-layered economy model called 'Nikonomy.' The Dalahäst Collection is a significant step in Neoki's journey to create an inclusive platform for artists and designers, with the next unlock event scheduled for June 6th, 2023.

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Art Basel Opens in Time of Turbulence for Dealers

12 Jun 2013  |  www.nytimes.com  |  English  |  Art Fairs

Art Basel, a significant art fair, opens in Switzerland amidst a challenging time for galleries, which rely on such fairs for a substantial portion of their annual sales. The Pace Gallery's previous sale of Gerhard Richter's painting for over $20 million highlights the event's importance. However, the cost of participation is high, and while top dealers have seen revenue increases, midsize and smaller dealers face declines. Leading galleries are expanding globally to attract new collectors and provide artists with international exposure, with Larry Gagosian planning a new gallery in London and others like Pace, David Zwirner, and Emmanuel Perrotin also expanding their presence.

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I’m Anh Le, I have more than 10 years experience in video production. Let me support you.
I am willing to participate in nonprofit projects for the community.

Flamingo.trade revolutionizes the art market with their innovative digital NFTs

17 Aug 2023  |  www.einpresswire.com  |  English  |  Art Market

Flamingo.trade is transforming the art market by integrating digital non-fungible tokens (NFTs) with physical art, offering a secure and authenticated investment option. The platform addresses traditional challenges of authenticity, provenance, and security in art trading through blockchain technology. Flamingo.trade's approach allows for seamless investment and storage, participation in the digital art market, and promotes transparency and security. The company, originating in Vietnam, collaborates with art institutions and experts to ensure the quality of artworks, featuring local artists such as Ha Nguyen Tri, Le Trieu Dien, and Dang Can.

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I am a British freelance journalist, National Council of Journalists trained. I was a local reporter, and then a features writer and business editor at Reed Elsevier for nine years. In Japan, my feature specialities are the business, manufacturing, management, maritime, motorcycling, and industrial ...

Futures Spun And Stolen In The Metaverse

05 Oct 2023  |  www.noemamag.com  |  English  |  Art Market

The narrative explores the manipulation and exploitation within the metaverse and art market, focusing on the story of Andre Hendrix, a street artist known as Fragileman. The protagonist and his associate, Dave Clutch, orchestrate a pump-and-dump scheme using NFTs and predictive policing technology from PreScience. The story highlights the ethical and moral dilemmas of turning art and individuals into tradable financial products, culminating in a tragic end for the artist, which is then further exploited for financial gain.

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I'm an author, journalist and broadcaster based in London, specialising mostly in music, travel, politics and current affairs. I've written for most British newspapers, magazines all over the world, contributed to many radio and television outlets, and reported from more than 80 countries.

CNN, CBS's 60 Minutes, NTN24, Australian ABC, ITV, Colombian RCN among others. 

I have dedicated my career to news production, though I am also known for my video editing skills and the ability to film my own stories under international standards. Particularly interested on scientific ...

The University of Alcalá hacks its own exhibition: the impact of visual communication

09 Nov 2023  |  www.eventoplus.com  |  Spanish  |  Art Market

A study published in The Journal of Cultural Economics reveals that artworks by women are valued 18.4% less in the market compared to those by men. Researchers from the University of Maastricht, Monash University, and Art Worldwide Corporation analyzed over 2.6 million art auctions and 100,000 artists to reach this conclusion. To highlight this disparity, the University of Alcalá's exhibition 'La Iberoamericana de Alcalá' featured selected artworks with a visual patch covering 18.4% of their surface, symbolizing the market undervaluation.

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Ali Noorani is currently a broadcast Specialist at NHKWorld Japan. 
Before, he was Agence France-Presse’s former correspondent in Tehran, where he covered a wide range of topics on the country. He has appeared on networks like France24 English, DW English, NPR, BBC, Al Jazeera English, etc. ...

Playground Lessons

27 Nov 2024  |  anoorani.substack.com  |  English  |  Art Market

The article reflects on personal experiences and broader societal observations. It begins with a nostalgic recount of childhood playgrounds, contrasting them with modern, safer designs. The author shares insights from parenting, emphasizing kindness, adventure, and gratitude. The narrative shifts to highlight the disparity in the art market, illustrated by Shah Alam, an immigrant selling bananas, and Justin Sun, a crypto entrepreneur, purchasing a banana art piece for $6.2 million. The piece underscores the importance of appreciating life's simple joys amidst a chaotic world.

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Journalist specializing in politics, culture, and society. With a diverse background, I have collaborated with Algerian and international media outlets. My work encompasses political analysis, international relations, and cultural issues. Available for reporting, investigations, or analysis, I am ...

Is a Brush and Pen Enough for an Artist to Live?

29 Jan 2025  |  www.goethe.de  |  Arabic  |  Art Market in Algeria

Artists in Algeria face significant challenges, including a lack of a formal art market, limited exhibition spaces, and insufficient financial support. Jamal Talbi, a visual artist, and Fatima Shafie, a photographer, both highlight the difficulties in earning a living solely from their art. They emphasize the need for a structured art market, more exhibitions, and critical art reviews. Hussein Louni, a writer, shares similar struggles in the literary field, particularly for works in the Amazigh language. He suggests that state support in purchasing books for public libraries could aid authors and publishers. Despite these challenges, artists are finding alternative ways to showcase their work, such as through social media and online platforms. The article underscores the potential for improvement through increased state support and the establishment of new art markets and events.

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Pavan Shamdasani is a freelance travel and lifestyle journalist based in Hong Kong. He's written for TIME, CNN, Tatler, Variety and SCMP, as well as a host of in-flight magazines.

Pavan has traveled to over 45 countries in the past decade, and has interviewed everyone from Red Hot Chili Peppers ...

Young, ambitious, educated and wealthy, a new generation of art collectors is taking the art world by storm.

27 Jul 2021  |  Prestige Online - HongKong  |  English  |  Art Collecting

The article discusses the emergence of a new generation of young, educated, and wealthy art collectors who are actively participating in the art market. Charlotte Raybaud of Phillips Hong Kong notes the significant growth of young collectors and the recognition of art as a valuable alternative investment. The UBS and Art Basel 2020 report indicates that millennials are spending more on art and are more optimistic about its investment potential compared to older collectors. The article also mentions a report by Larry's List on the dynamic nature of young collectors' activities. Profiles of young collectors like Ning Chong of The Culture Story and Shanyan Koder, who is exploring NFTs and digital art, are highlighted. Auction houses like Sotheby's are adapting to attract younger demographics through collaborations with celebrities and leveraging social media. The article suggests that young collectors are shaping the art market's future and are drawn to the social and aesthetic aspects of art collecting.

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Robyn Smith is an award-winning broadcast journalist, CNN fellow, content creator and social media producer with twenty years experience in the industry, including television news anchoring, reporting, script writing, producing, news planning and copy editing. 
She's reported from across the ...

Will the same technology that powers Bitcoin disrupt design?

17 Mar 2024  |  Business of Home  |  English  |  Art Market

The article discusses the impact of blockchain technology on the art world, focusing on Alpha'a, a New York-based online marketplace for art. Alpha'a uses blockchain to track the registration, pricing, and ownership of artworks sold on its platform. The company, led by CEO Manuela Seve and COO Renata Thomé, has launched Alphaa.io, a blockchain certification operating on the EOS blockchain, to expand its proprietary certification technology. The platform aims to help artists and galleries understand market pricing and participate in secondary markets. Alpha'a's technology includes a QR code on each print sold, allowing for easy transfer of ownership. The company targets clients such as hotels and offices and hopes to expand to homebuilders and designers. The article also briefly explains blockchain technology and its applications, including Bitcoin and CryptoKitties.

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Rachael Taylor is a jewellery and watch journalist based in London, United Kingdom.

Jewellery by artists from Picasso to Grayson Perry reaches new heights

01 Oct 2023  |  www.ft.com  |  English  |  Art

Jewellery created by renowned artists such as Picasso, Calder, and Lalanne is gaining significant traction in the art market, with pieces fetching high prices at auctions. This niche market, once overlooked, is now fashionable, driven by collectors' appreciation for jewellery as a form of art. Key players like Didier Ltd and Sotheby's are pivotal in promoting and selling these unique pieces. Contemporary artists continue to explore jewellery as a medium, with collaborations resulting in distinctive and valuable creations. The market's growth is fueled by collectors seeking unique, wearable art pieces as an alternative to traditional artworks.

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Diane Walsh, MA, is an accomplished journalist and academic with a background in social justice, environmental activism and human rights. As an executive of Mediageode GT Inc, a multimedia company with press bases in the EU and America, she specializes in regional and international outreach. Walsh'...