Tim Blum will phase out traditional gallery model, close Los Angeles and Tokyo locations

Tim Blum, co-founder of the gallery Blum, will sunset the traditional gallery model after 30 years, citing burnout due to the demanding art market. He co-founded the gallery in 1994 and is known for introducing Japanese artists to American audiences. The transition is not due to declining sales but rather Blum's desire for change. He plans to move towards a more flexible model, closing permanent gallery spaces, and focusing on collaborations and special projects to engage with artists.

Blum says he is burnt out after 30 years. 'This is not about the market,' Blum told Artnews. 'This is about the system.'

Blum will be transitioning away from the traditional gallery format toward a more flexible model that includes the closure of the gallery's permanent public spaces in Los Angeles and Tokyo. This structure will allow for new ways to engage with artists and ideas.

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