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viennacontemporary Magazine reports on the activities of viennacontemporary and provides you with in-depth insights into what’s going on in the art world. We publish interviews with gallerists, collectors, artists, and art lovers. Our main focus is Austria, but we also explore the art scene in Southern and Eastern Europe and beyond. viennacontemporary is not only a reflection of the contemporary art landscape in the region. It’s about people, society, trends, and dialogue.

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VCT STATEMENT 2024: ENERGY

This was the Special Exhibition "The Color of Energy" and Talks Series "Nexus Thinking" at viennacontemporary 2024
15 December 2024

In 2024, VCT STATEMENT focused on one of the most pressing issues of our time: Energy. The special program of viennacontemporary fostered a meaningful dialogue on sustainability through the lens of art through two high-end international panel discussions titled Nexus Thinking, organized in cooperation with the ERSTE Foundation, and the special exhibition The Color of […]

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CONTEXT 2024

The New Section Explored Overlooked and Influential Artists
13 December 2024

viennacontemporary 2024 marked the debut of CONTEXT, a new section curated by art advisor and curator Pernilla Holmes. The special section at the fair featured nine solo exhibitions spotlighting artists from the late 20th century, many of whom were previously overlooked, while others had a significant impact on Austria’s contemporary art scene. Holmes emphasized the […]

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ZONE1 2024

Highlights from ZONE1 2024, Curated by Bruno Mokross
13 December 2024

Since 2015, the popular special section ZONE1 has spotlighted emerging artistic talents connected to Austria. The showcase featured ten solo exhibitions exploring why international artists are drawn to Vienna and how the city’s unique conditions shape their creative output. Mokross emphasized Vienna’s appeal, pointing to affordable living, robust government support, a thriving creative ecosystem, and […]

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5 Halloween Costumes Inspired by Contemporary Art

30 October 2024

Looking for last-minute inspiration for a truly unique Halloween costume? Don’t worry—we’ve got you covered! Check out our top 5 list of the most daring, eerie, and original costume ideas, all inspired by the edgy world of contemporary art.   Simon Lehner, I love you like an image, Kunstpalais Erlangen, 2023 Photo: I love you […]

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Creative Connection

Connecting Women in Arts – Edition at VCT24
29 October 2024

Throwback to the third Creative Connection held at viennacontemporary 2024. The special event for female* talents in arts, culture, design, curation, cultural management, journalism, and more. Many thanks to Eleonore Ogrinz, Andrea Bier, and Francesca Gavin for organizing this networking reception and tour to promote and connect women in the art world.       […]

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THIS WAS VIENNACONTEMPORARY 2024

Reviewing Vienna's art highlight
18 September 2024

Despite the worst weather of the century in mid-September, 17,000 visitors flocked to Messe Wien for the 10th edition of viennacontemporary. The new location in Hall D provided ample space for new and established highlights such as ZONE1 with young art with a connection to Austria, CONTEXT with a focus on artists of the late […]

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Opening Day

viennacontemporary opens its landmark tenth edition today
12 September 2024

The tenth edition of Austria’s leading international art fair, viennacontemporary, opens today in Halle D of Messe Wien. With around 360 artists represented at the fair, and 18 new gallery participants, the 2024 edition is the largest to take place in recent years.   A key moment in the international art world calendar for discovering […]