WopArt
WopArt is all about works on paper. This new fair presented in Switzerland brings together collectors, investors, dealers and galleries who have a shared interest in drawings, paintings and photography. More than 90 galleries exhibit from 14 different countries, with in excess of 10,000 visitors expected through the doors. As well as oil, watercolour, graphic design and print on view and available to buy, there are talks organised where visitors can explore and discuss different aspects of art. With art historians, experts and critics meeting at the show, everyone who is passionate about the craft can be found here. WopArt is held annually in in Autumn.
Paolo Manazza shares his views!
Founder
Wopart 2023
Location
Lugano Exhibition Center
Via Campo Marzio
Lugano, 6900
Switzerland
Dates
September 2023: TBA
Entrance Fee
Daily Ticket: CHF 15
Reduced Ticket: CHF 10
Children Under 16: Free
Mediums
Drawing
Painting
Photography…
Art Periods
Antique
Modern
Contemporary
Contact
amministrazione@wopart.ch
Website
Insights WopArt
Paolo Manazza
Founder
What would you say is the DNA of WopArt?
It’s very simple. WopArt it’s an international fair devoted to works on paper. We are still small, we’re only 5 years old and we need to gain more experience. Mostly to build a circuit capable of attracting international collectors and new investors.
What type of galleries are chosen to exhibit, and why?
We mainly choose international galleries, leaving space for emerging realities, especially in the segment of Contemporary art.
What is the price range of pieces? Who is the average buyer?
The average price range ranges from $10,000 to $70,000. Buyers are sophisticated collectors but also new collectors who want to get closer to quality artwork at affordable prices.
“We mainly choose international galleries, leaving space for emerging realities.”
WopArt © Lugano Convention & Exhibition
Who is the typical attendee of WopArt?
There are important collectors but also people looking for new forms of medium-term investment (from 5 to 10 years).
What strategy – physical as digital – will you adopt in medium to long term?
We are thinking for 2021 of building a hybrid art fair, where the virtual tour can interact with the physical one.
What are two other art fairs you would suggest?
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💜Thank you @mercerbyedith for the stunning outfit… your boutique is a wonderland of treasures!
▪️@jr, Hands, Composition #9, 2022 @galerianararoesler
▪️@elianalmeidaaa, Logradouro II, 2023 @galerianararoesler
▪️@marco.a.castillo, Wakamba 12, 2023. @galerianararoesler
▪️@andre_griffo, Farm Management Instructions 9, 2023. @galerianararoesler
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Art Basel Miami Beach… without me! Sadly stuck in Paris due to last-minute medical reasons, but that won’t stop me from sharing some gems I had already spotted 💎
Particularly excited about New York-based @galerianararoesler showcasing a diverse array of Brazilian artists, and more. I was also eagerly anticipating Louise Bonnet’s grand tapestry at @galeriemaxhetzler’s booth, and the solo show of @francofontanaphotographer at @polkagalerie. Then, my curiosity was piqued to see @jasonboydkinsella’s work in person at @perrotin, with his almost architectural interplay of volumes.
Though I can’t be there to experience @artbasel Miami Beach firsthand, I’m looking forward to living vicariously through your posts and stories. Keep me updated!
💜Thank you @mercerbyedith for the stunning outfit… your boutique is a wonderland of treasures!
▪️@jr, Hands, Composition #9, 2022 @galerianararoesler
▪️@elianalmeidaaa, Logradouro II, 2023 @galerianararoesler
▪️@marco.a.castillo, Wakamba 12, 2023. @galerianararoesler
▪️@andre_griffo, Farm Management Instructions 9, 2023. @galerianararoesler
▪️@vikmuniz, The Lake after Tarsila do Amaral, 2023
@galerianararoesler
▪️@fabio_miguez, Untitled (Martini), 2023 @galerianararoesler
▪️Louise Bonnet, L’Etang, 2023 @galeriemaxhetzler
▪️@francofontanaphotographer, Landscape, Basilicata, 1975. @polkagalerie ▪️@jasonboydkinsella, Calouche, 2023. @perrotin
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Not to be missed under any circumstances!
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Not to be missed under any circumstances!
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18 November 2023 - 13 January 2024
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📣1 minute in the booth at @start.strasbourg 2023!
▪️Will & Grove: Paris
@wiloandgrove
▪️Sandra Blum
@galeriesandrablum
▪️Guy Peters Gallery: Knokke-Heist
@guypietersgallery
▪️Galerie PJ: Metz
@galerie.pj
▪️Kraemer Gallery: Strasbourg
@kraemer.gallery
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📣1 minute in the booth at @start.strasbourg 2023!
▪️Will & Grove: Paris
@wiloandgrove
▪️Sandra Blum
@galeriesandrablum
▪️Guy Peters Gallery: Knokke-Heist
@guypietersgallery
▪️Galerie PJ: Metz
@galerie.pj
▪️Kraemer Gallery: Strasbourg
@kraemer.gallery
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Here are the artists and galeries in order of appearance:
▪️@crespinrm at @galeriesandrablum
▪️@Philippe Dutilleul at @galerie_decorde
▪️@ej_phidut at Galerie Don Carli
▪️@amelie_dauteur_art at @wiloandgrove
▪️@alfrenoartist at @heart_gallery_paris
▪️@brookedidonato at @quandlesfleursnoussauvent
Thank you @laureplusmax for the gorgeous graphic jumpsuit 🖤
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Nov 23
@start.strasbourg 2023! I’m taking you to St-ART a very qualitative regional art fair, buzzing with young talents, alongside very established artists. A true gem to visit until Sunday!
24-26 November 2023, Strasbourg.
Here are the artists and galeries in order of appearance:
▪️@crespinrm at @galeriesandrablum
▪️@Philippe Dutilleul at @galerie_decorde
▪️@ej_phidut at Galerie Don Carli
▪️@amelie_dauteur_art at @wiloandgrove
▪️@alfrenoartist at @heart_gallery_paris
▪️@brookedidonato at @quandlesfleursnoussauvent
Thank you @laureplusmax for the gorgeous graphic jumpsuit 🖤
#artfair #establishedartist #contemporaryart #emergingartist #emergingart #youngtalent #artcollector #strasbourg #strasbourgevent #artlover #artenthousiasts
📣 1 minute in the booth at @fabparisfair 2023!
▪️De Jonckheere Gallery: Geneva
@dejonckheerefineart
▪️Galerie Léage: Paris
@galerieleage
▪️Louis & Sack: Paris
@galerielouissack
▪️Desmet Fine Art: Brussels
@desmetgallery
▪️Galerie Christophe Gaillard: Paris
@galeriechristophegaillard
▪️Camille Sourget Bookshop: Paris
@librairiecamillesourget
▪️Galerie Monbrison: Paris
@galeriemonbrison
▪️Galerie Ludorf: Düsseldorf
@galerieludorff
#fabparis #artfair #artdealer #modernart #antiqueart #contemporaryart #artcurator #artofinstagram #instaart #artoftheday
Nov 23
📣 1 minute in the booth at @fabparisfair 2023!
▪️De Jonckheere Gallery: Geneva
@dejonckheerefineart
▪️Galerie Léage: Paris
@galerieleage
▪️Louis & Sack: Paris
@galerielouissack
▪️Desmet Fine Art: Brussels
@desmetgallery
▪️Galerie Christophe Gaillard: Paris
@galeriechristophegaillard
▪️Camille Sourget Bookshop: Paris
@librairiecamillesourget
▪️Galerie Monbrison: Paris
@galeriemonbrison
▪️Galerie Ludorf: Düsseldorf
@galerieludorff
#fabparis #artfair #artdealer #modernart #antiqueart #contemporaryart #artcurator #artofinstagram #instaart #artoftheday
@bail_art partner of @fabparisfair! Clara Pagnussatt, live from the Grand Palais Éphémère, presents the service of art leasing Bail Art is offering to the participating galleries. Thank you Clara 🙏🏻
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@bail_art partner of @fabparisfair! Clara Pagnussatt, live from the Grand Palais Éphémère, presents the service of art leasing Bail Art is offering to the participating galleries. Thank you Clara 🙏🏻
#artleasing #artrenting #fabparis #artfair #artgallery #artparis #grandpalaisephemere #artcollector #contemporaryart #antiqueart #modernart #fineart