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LA Art Show Concludes Its 31st Edition

The LA Art Show has once again demonstrated its dominance as a pivotal event in the art world, wrapping up its 31st edition with significant success. Under the guidance of the talented director and producer Kassandra Voyagis, this year’s fair showcased over 90 exhibitors from 25 countries, ranging from Ireland to South Korea.

An Exciting Start

Held at the LA Convention Center, the fair kicked off on January 7, 2026, with an Opening Night Premiere that attracted the largest gathering in its history. Notable personalities like actress and entrepreneur Sasha Pieterse hosted the event, which benefitted the American Heart Association. A star-studded guest list served to heighten the event's prestige, featuring attendees such as Patrick Schwarzenegger, Jane Seymour, and Caitlin O’Connor.

Intersecting Art and Music

Creative intersections were a key theme this year, particularly illustrated by the inclusion of artworks from renowned musicians. Notably, Paul Simonon from The Clash and Chris Rivers, a former drummer for Heaven's Basement, showcased their unique artistic expressions at the fair, drawing considerable attention and admiration.

Strong Sales Across the Board

Feedback from participating galleries reflected a fruitful atmosphere, with strong sales reported across many booths. Swiss gallerist Laurent Marthaler described his debut at the LA Art Show as “an extremely positive and rewarding experience,” successfully launching Simon Berger’s intriguing glass pieces that creatively harness the aesthetics of brokenness.

Similarly, Poland's Epicentrum Art Gallery recorded significant success with pieces from 20th-century luminaries like Picasso and Dalí. A standout was the debut of Provident Fine Art, which featured artwork by Sylvester Stallone and achieved notable sales, including an artwork titled “Cobra,” which fetched an impressive $850,000.

Emerging talents also made their marks; the Art of Contemporary Africa presented pieces by celebrated artists like Dr. Esther Mahlangu and sold sculptures at prices ranging from $7,000 to $40,000. Meanwhile, the nine-year-old artist Liha Park, who exhibited at Venus Gallery, successfully sold multiple intuitive paintings, showcasing the fair's commitment to inclusivity and diversity in art.

Established galleries like Fabrik Projects enjoyed a fruitful showing, selling seven pieces priced between $3,500 and $20,000, their most productive year yet. Similarly, Rehs Gallery sold eight works, including a striking mosaic piece by Evin Champeny.

The South Korean Representation

This year's fair also featured a strong representation from South Korean galleries, with many securing sales and attracting new collectors in the Los Angeles art scene. Themes of immigration and cultural dialogue were vividly explored in JS Gallery's exhibition titled OFF SCRIPT, which showcased immigrant women artists challenging traditional narratives.

Latin American Pavilion and DIVERSEartLA

The introduction of the Latin American Pavilion marked a critical step towards enhancing the fair's global mission, highlighting crucial themes of memory, migration, and identity. Curated by Marisa Caichiolo, the pavilion featured works by artists such as Natasha Grey and Maca Vivas, enriching the fair's narrative depth. Additionally, Caichiolo’s DIVERSEartLA segment explored the transformative impact of biennials on the contemporary art landscape, reinforcing the fair's role as a platform for meaningful dialogue in the art world.

Looking Ahead

With the next LA Art Show scheduled for January 6 to 10, 2027, there’s much anticipation for what lies ahead. Following the momentum of this year's successful edition, the fair continues to cement its status as an integral facet of LA's cultural fabric, shaping the conversation around contemporary art on a global stage.