In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast we're joined by James Cope, owner of AND NOW, a contemporary art gallery based in Dallas, Texas, and founder of the Dallas Invitational, a brand new art fair launching next month in Dallas. First, James tells us how the idea originated to establish a fair in Dallas. Then, he explains what visitor can expect at the inaugural edition located in the Fairmont Hotel. Also, James discusses the mix of galleries he invited to participate in the inaugural fair and why he landed on these galleries. After, James details some of the main reasons for the increasing buzz about Dallas' art scene. Lastly, James lets us know if he is thinking about expanding the size of the fair next year.

AND NOW's James Cope on the Launch of the Dallas Invitational

In this week’s episode of the ArtTactic Podcast we chat with Richard Polsky, author, dealer and founder of Richard Polsky Art Authentication, about the Andy Warhol market. First, Richard shares what it felt like to watch Warhol's Self-Portrait(Fright Wig)sell at auction last week for $1.6 million, a painting he previously owned and sold. Then, he describes what makes Warhol's market so unique compared to all other post-war and contemporary artists. Also, Richard identifies specific bodies of work that he feels are the best investments in Warhol. After, he touches on the exploding Warhol prints market. And finally, he explains how Warhol's market generally performs when the art market is softening.

Richard Polsky Updates Us on the Andy Warhol Market

In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast we recap the inaugural edition of Tokyo Gendai with Arun Kakar, art market editor at Artsy. First, Arun shares the origins of the fair and also describes the present contemporary art scene in Tokyo. Then, he identifies the motivations for why so many US and European based galleries participated in the fair. Also, Arun recaps the overall sales at the fair and identifies some of the highlights. Lastly, he describes how collectors and galleries felt about the future outlook of the fair.

Artsy's Arun Kakar Recaps the Inaugural Edition of Tokyo Gendai

In this week's edition of the ArtTactic Podcast, we chat with Suzanne Siano, founder of Modern Art Conservation, a New York art conservation studio. First, Suzanne identifies some of the primary services she offers her clients. Then, she discusses how COVID-19 impacted the art conservation industry. Also, she explains how technological innovation is being implemented into conservation techniques. After, she offers advice to collectors regarding the most common mistakes collectors make that can lead to conservation issues. Lastly, she shares some tips for artists to ensure their artworks don't produce conservation issues for their collectors down the road.

Modern Art Conservation's Suzanne Siano on Art Conservation

In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast we speak with artist Yue Minjun about the recent release of his first NFT, on LiveArt's platform. First, Yue reveals why he decided to release an NFT. Then, he explains the differences in the process of making an NFT versus a more traditional artwork. Also, Yue shares why an important aspect of making an NFT was introducing his art to a younger generation of art collectors and enthusiasts. After, he gives his thoughts on the current NFT space and where he thinks it is headed in the future. Lastly, Yue answers if he will make more NFTs in the future.

Artist Yue Minjun on the Release of His First NFT

In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, we preview The Armory Show with its executive director, Nicole Berry. First, Nicole discusses the fair's recent move from the piers to the Javits Center and how it has impacted the fair experience. Then, she explains how another major change, moving the fair to September to coincide with the fall art world opening, has also benefitted the fair. Also, Nicole shares how exhibiting galleries are feeling about the art market as we head into the fair. Lastly, Nicole reacts to the major news of Frieze Art Fair acquiring The Armory Show.

The Armory Shows' Nicole Berry Previews This Year's Fair

In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast we discuss last week's Frieze Seoul with Andy St. Louis, a Seoul-based art critic and founder of Seoul Art Friend, an online platform dedicated to promoting contemporary Korean art. First, Andy shares the mood of the contemporary art market in Seoul leading up to Frieze Seoul. Then, he reveals if there was any negative impact to this year's Frieze Seoul due to it occurring at the same time as The Armory Show in New York. After, Andy reveals how sales were at this year's Frieze Seoul as well as how the fair compared to last year's inaugural edition. Lastly, Andy speaks on the strengthening relationships between Korean collectors and foreign galleries in large part due to the presence of the fair.

Seoul Art Friend's Andy St. Louis Recaps Frieze Seoul

In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast we chat with Vlad Hategan, a crypto and NFT specialist, who recently wrote an explosive article for dappGambl titled Dead NFTs: The Evolving Landscape of the NFT Market. First, Vlad shares some of his key findings of his report on the dire state of the NFT market. Then, he explains how the NFT market, once a highly speculative, robust market collapsed so quickly. Also, Vlad touches on the surprising environmental impact of the NFT market. Lastly, Vlad shares what he foresees for the NFT market moving forward.

dappGambl's Vlad Hategan on the Death of NFTs

Vortic is the 2023 Digital Partner, and Prize Partner, of Untitled Art, Miami Beach 2023. Expanding on our partnership, we are delighted to welcome the digital exhibition platform’s founder, Oliver Miro, in conversation with Untitled Art Ambassador and Dallas-based art advisor Adam Green. This discussion aims to shed light on new technologies and tools for both collecting and exhibiting art with these leading experts. Adam Green has over 15 years of experience in the art industry working with new and experienced collectors on contemporary art acquisitions and strategies. In conversation with Oliver Miro, we look forward to learning more about Vortic’s commitment to using new technologies to forge novel and accessible methods of engaging galleries and collectors alike.

Episode 63: Vortic Founder Oliver Miro in conversation with Untitled Art Ambassador, Adam Green

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