"The Fair"

1. I found the evolution of art fair from what they used to be to what they are now interesting. I like that the art fair is in competition with the auction setting. Although both settings are for commercial purposes, the art fair seems like a more appropriate setting for selling art. I read "The Auction" as well hence the comparison.
   
2. The collections of work being a vision of the collector is another interesting concept. I liked Mera and Dons view of being a collector. They take collecting work as a serious task that is not a occasional indulgence, but a lifetime process. As much as the monetary investment, they invest time and effort to get to know the artist that they choose to support. It seems like a more personal process than I had imagined it to be.
   
3. I always wondered who the collectors were and what they did for a living to afford being a collector. Finally it makes sense that they are trustees of Museums, or rich families like Rubell's, who supported places like Studio 54.
   
4. On the other hand its interesting to know that Barbara Gladstone was a art historian before becoming a gallerist. From a teacher to supporting artist is huge leap.
   
5. I also like that the galleries have their own agendas, and are picky with who they will sell work to. It was surprising to find that it is not always the highest bidder that walks away with the work and that the galleries look into the profiles of the collectors as well. Where the work ends up could be a complement to the artist or an insult.