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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.
Spotlight of the Week
Nan Goldin – This Will Not End Well | New National Gallery | Berlin
5 February 2025
viennacontemporary presents selected art events beyond Vienna Vienna and Austria. This week, we put our spotlight on Nan Goldin’s current retrospective at the Neue Nationalgalerie, which gives the Berlin public a comprehensive insight into the work of the photographer for the first time – from the 1980s to the present day. After stops in Stockholm […]
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 […]
viennacontemporary presents Vienna’s vibrant gallery scene. Find out what drives them, why they see Vienna as a hotspot for contemporary art, and the secret places where the art scene can be found. Peter Krobath of KROBATH gallery, provides insights into his work and Vienna’s vibrant contemporary art scene, Established in 1996 on Lichtensteinstraße, KROBATH (formerly […]
Collector’s Corner
Tips for First-Time Buyers Navigating the Contemporary Art Market
16 January 2025
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
The Most Beautiful Art Christmas Markets and Auctions in Vienna
Art Highlights in Advent
27 November 2024
viennacontemporary offers a handpicked array of events celebrating contemporary art, design, and craftsmanship. From vibrant Christmas markets to exclusive auctions, discover Vienna’s creative highlights this holiday season.
Highlights of viennacontemporary 2024: Insights from Marek Pokorný
The Curator and Join The Conversation Participant about his highlights of the fair
26 November 2024
Marek Pokorný, an influential figure in the Czech art scene and the director of the PLATO gallery in Ostrava, with an extensive background as an art critic and curator, shares his highlight of viennacontemporary 2024.