Frieze London, one of the world's most influential contemporary art fairs, is gearing up for its 20th-anniversary edition. Since its transformative debut in 2003, the fair has become a cornerstone of the global art calendar, drawing collectors, curators, artists, and enthusiasts from around the world to the heart of the UK's capital.
This year, Frieze London is taking a unique approach to celebrate its milestone. Eight leading artists have been invited to select one of their peers for solo stands during the fair, which will take place from 11-15 October. This Artist-to-Artist section will feature:
- Deborah Anzinger, selected by Simone Leigh (Nicola Vassell Gallery)
- Mark Barker, selected by Wolfgang Tillmans (Shahin Zarinbal)
- Ayoung Kim, selected by Haegue Yan (Gallery Hyundai)
- Fabian Knecht, selected by Olafur Eliasson (Alexander Levy)
- Simonette Quamina, selected by Alvaro Barrington
- Vanessa Raw, selected by Tracey Emin (Carl Freedman Gallery)
- Wantanee Siripattananuntakul, selected by Rirkrit Tiravanija (Gallery Ver)
- Carlos Villa, selected by Anthea Hamilton (Silverlens)
These eight stands will be clustered into a special section at the fair, marking a unique and one-off feature for this year's edition.
In addition to the main fair, Frieze Masters, dedicated to art created before 1980, will introduce a special section spotlighting women artists. Titled "Modern Women," this section, curated by Camille Morineau, co-founder of AWARE (Archive of Women Artists, Research and Exhibitions), will see ten galleries presenting solo exhibitions of influential women artists. Among them are Brazilian Modernist Tarsila do Amaral at Almeida & Dale Art Gallery and French sculptor Germaine Richier at Perrotin.
Furthermore, another new feature at Masters will focus on the artist's studio, curated by Sheena Wagstaff, the former chair of Modern and contemporary art at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York. This section will have an all-female lineup, showcasing the works of artists like Maggi Hambling and Mona Hatoum.
With over 160 galleries participating, this year's Frieze London promises to be its "most international edition yet." First-time participants include young London galleries Ginny on Frederick and Harlesden High Street, joining established names like Gagosian, Sadie Coles HQ, and Almine Rech.
Eva Langret, Frieze London's director, encapsulated the spirit of the fair in her statement, "With its rich history, diverse communities, and thriving arts scene, London is a place where ideas are exchanged and innovation happens. This year’s participating galleries attest to the continued vitality of the city."
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