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.
Meet Kamran Diba: Architect, museum founder and director, cultural visionary, and one of Iran’s most prominent collectors, Kamran Diba has built a collection shaped by decades of sharp observation and deep knowledge. Known for founding the Tehran Museum of Contemporary Art and his keen eye for emerging talent, Diba blends passion with strategy. Here, he […]
What began 20 years ago with a surprise discovery next to a dumpster has not only since then developed into an impressive collection of around 500 works – but more than that: The Polish collector and curator plays an important role in supporting up-and-coming talent from Central and Eastern Europe and campaigns for socio-political causes. […]
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As soon as International Women’s Day is over, the topic of equal rights goes quiet. Yet, promoting female artists is an ongoing task that goes far beyond this one day. The good news? Women artists are being collected more than ever before. But despite the progress, there are still challenges, from institutional recognition to price […]
Galila Barzilaï-Hollander’s journey into contemporary art began unexpectedly after her husband’s passing when an emotional connection to a single piece at New York’s Armory Show in 2005 sparked a lifelong passion. Guided by intuition rather than market trends, her collection spans over 2,000 artists and celebrates dialogue, creativity, and universal connections. In this interview, she […]
Entrepreneur Konstantin Kraus found his way to art via an afterparty at Frieze London and is sad that this approach tends to be ridiculed in his home country Austria. In an interview with viennacontemporary, he reflects on the beginnings of his collecting and the challenges of finding a foothold in the sometimes dusty Austrian art […]
Starting an art collection can feel like stepping into a new world without knowing where to begin. With so much to explore and learn, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. But don’t worry—seasoned collectors and art world insiders have shared their wisdom to help you get started on the right foot. Here’s what they have to […]
