As Art Basel Qatar approaches, the art world buzzes with exciting developments. Here's a summary of the latest personnel changes in the art industry:
- Esther Schipper Welcomes Tuan Andrew Nguyen: The Berlin gallery has partnered with James Cohan to represent the artist from Ho Chi Minh City, who will unveil his solo exhibition at Esther Schipper in September 2026.
- Bass Museum of Art Appoints Jasa McKenzie: McKenzie, known for her focus on identity, recently spearheaded creative programming for the Great Northern Festival in Minneapolis as the new Associate Curator.
- Emalin Welcomes Jonathan Okoronkwo: The Ghanaian artist, celebrated for his works inspired by Kumasi's industrial scrapyards, joins the gallery following his successful solo exhibition in 2025.
- Jack Shainman Adds Donyel Ivy-Royal: The interdisciplinary artist from Brooklyn is set to present his inaugural solo exhibition at the Chelsea location in November.
- Victoria Miro and Olney Gleason to Collaborate with Emil Sands: The London-born artist will showcase his work with Miro in Venice next month, followed by another exhibition at Olney Gleason in 2027.
Significant Achievement: $84.1 Million
This impressive figure represents the record-breaking total for William I. Koch's Western art collection, sold at Christie's last week. This amount surpasses the previous record for a single-owner Western art collection by more than three times and includes five new artist records, notably resetting Frederic Remington's record twice during the sale.
Inspiring Stories
The art community continues to reflect on the legacy of Marian Goodman, a pivotal figure in contemporary art. The New York Times recently featured insights from prominent artists who worked with Goodman, highlighting her unique ability to support and advocate for artists while ensuring fair compensation. Her influence as a protector of artistic vision remains a significant part of her legacy.