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The Art Market Finds Its Footing: What The UBS Global Art Market Report Actually Reveals
The 2026 Art Basel and UBS Global Art Market Report reveals a market that grew 4% to $59.6 billion, with contemporary art holding steady at $1.4 billion while auctions outpaced galleries for the first time in years. For collectors, the data points toward a structural reset: high-end confidence has returned, female artists have reached parity in primary galleries, and the middle market remains the sector's most vulnerable territory.
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Judy Chicago Walked Away From Google. Good for Her.
The 86-year-old feminist art icon abandoned a major commission for Google's Chicago headquarters after the tech giant treated her like a vendor, not a visionary. The debacle reveals how corporations still don't understand what it means to work with artists—and why Chicago's market remains stubbornly undervalued despite her canonical status.
February 14, 2026
Remembering Martin Parr: A Life Through the Lens, 1952–2025
The documentary photographer made high art of ordinary Brits in what is now recognised as his unmistakable oversaturated style, Frieze
January 2, 2026
Art Dealers Association of America Announces New Fair
The ADAA is launching a refined "ADAA Fair" in November 2026 at the Park Avenue Armory, signaling a renewed focus on visual arts and an elevated emphasis on its foundation supporting U.S. museums. This new chapter promises a curated experience for collectors, aiming for a sustainable future amidst a rebounding art market.
December 3, 2025
Ruth Asawa Turned Wire Into Her Lifeline
Ruth Asawa's MoMA retrospective showcases her groundbreaking wire sculptures and extensive career, offering a pivotal art historical re-evaluation alongside surging market interest. This exhibition illuminates her unique fusion of biomorphic forms, Black Mountain College training, and enduring legacy in public art and education, despite facing early adversity and oversight.
December 3, 2025
Alma Allen, American Sculptor, Is Selected for Venice Biennale
Alma Allen will represent the U.S. at the 2026 Venice Biennale, a significant honor given his unconventional, self-taught path and the complex selection process. Collectors should note this pivotal moment for Allen, as his international exposure will rapidly elevate his market presence and demand.
December 3, 2025