Dawn Beckles, “Forever The Cream” (2023), acrylic, charcoal, gold leaf, spray paint, paper on canvas
Get ready for an art event unlike any other. presented by Saatchi Art returns to ZeroSpace in Brooklyn from May 16 to 19. With each new fair comes new experiences, and this edition is no different as it unveils a vibrant roster of fresh artwork, new talents, and unexpected delights.
This May installment promises an array of exciting features, including set to showcase their collections, the 10th edition of Mike Perry and Josh Cochran’s “Get Nude, Get Drawn” portrait experience, complimentary hand-crafted whisky cocktails (exclusively for those aged 21+) on Thursday’s Opening Night, and live performances on both Opening Night and the highly anticipated Friday Late soirée.
Ahead of the main event, we’re highlighting five categories of artists based on shared themes, offering a look at the diverse range of artistic practices at this year’s fair.
Still life
fuses colorful objects, ceramics, and thrifted treasures into whimsical paintings that echo societal harmony and celebrate women and LGBTQ+ creators.
Still lifes by self-taught artist bridge the energies of London and the Caribbean. Her bold strokes celebrate the beauty of everyday moments, inviting viewers to reconnect with their own stories.
Bryane Broadie, “Mind Growth”
Celebrating Black Portraiture
, a graphic artist from Prince George’s County, Maryland, discovered his passion for art in elementary school. His digital and mixed media works reflect Black history and culture.
Inspired by childhood resourcefulness and Brooklyn’s cultural tapestry, crafts evocative illustrations and paintings. His work investigates identity, history, the human spirit, and universal human experiences.
Carrie Lipscomb, “Blocks (small)” (2024), thread on fine art paper
Embossed and Embroidered
Guided by pure geometries, Brooklyn-based mixed-media artist explores space and texture, urging viewers to engage with the subtleties in found materials.
Sophie Reid is a visual storyteller who blends geometric shapes across multimedia. She honed her craft as a graphic designer and in her art, she uses illustrations and stitch works to echo her love for design and travel.
Isabella Bejarano, “Silver Water” (2015), fine art photography print in a custom aqua plexi shadowbox frame, limited edition of 25
New Mediums
Mounts in colored acrylic boxes: NYC-based Venezuelan-born photographer champions environmental causes through her sustainable fine art prints, donating proceeds to combat climate change.
Film lightboxes: Montreal-based artist and film aficionado creates patterned collages on vintage film stock. Housed in light boxes, his illuminated creations fuse sophisticated design with historical narratives.
Patrick Skals, “THE WRITING IS ON THE WALL” (2023), acrylic, ink, and watercolor on canvas
Text
Toronto artist escaped the corporate world in 2019 to pursue his unique vision. His collection, In Other Words, aims to disrupt norms with abstract commentary, challenging viewers to be introspective.
Kelli Kikcio, an artist from Toronto now based in Brooklyn, takes a hands-on approach in her work, which reflects her commitment to social justice and community engagement.
See work by all these artists and more at The Other Art Fair’s Brooklyn edition, on view from May 16 to 19.
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