#art-fair

#art-fair

"The point is to address some of the systemic challenges that women face in the art world. By focusing on female-led galleries we felt there would be more of a lasting impact and legacy. We didn't want it to be a flash-in-the-pan tokenistic thing,"

When you are at the art fair, you push the fashion to be bold and experiment no black allowed, says Belma Gaudio, at the opening of Frieze art fair in London. Gaudio is the founder of fashion boutique Koibird and an art collector, and carries a bright green Hermes bag, and her own knitted co-ords with pictures of insects to make her point.

The Other Art Fair, presented by Saatchi Art, returns to Artifact Events in Ravenswood, Chicago, from October 30 to November 2-and this edition is bursting with creative surprises. More than 115 independent artists will fill the venue with fresh artwork, playful installations, and interactive experiences that make art accessible, fun, and unforgettable. Whether you're discovering the fair for the first time or coming back for more, this fall is your chance to immerse yourself in Chicago's most vibrant art event.

"For 72 years, The Winter Show has been a beacon of excellence, presenting museum-quality works that inspire and engage," said Helen Allen, Executive Director of The Winter Show. "The show's purpose reaches far beyond the Armory. At its core, it is about supporting East Side House and advancing its vital work in empowering communities through education and opportunity."

Sometimes the runway for these shows is two or three years,

"It's a privilege to watch artists, fairgoers, and volunteers come together to create such a vibrant community in the redwoods," said Bev Abbott, Executive Director. "Each artist brings not only their work but also their passion, making the fair a place where connections are built year after year."

The Hampstead Summer Festival was a triumph with sunny weather smiling on the various outdoor events at Keats House and along Heath Street.

"Kids get in for free, so you can bring your mom, [there are] gifts at all price points and [it's] just a fun way to celebrate the weekend."

I can't think of another venue in the world-except maybe the Grand Palais-that is such an iconic place to see art, and that it's expected that great art will live in this building when it's here.