Art Fair Creators Becca Hoffman and Bob Chase Discuss the Art Community's Recent Shift Towards Summer Relocation
The second edition of the Aspen Art Fair is set to return from July 29 to August 2, taking place at the iconic Hotel Jerome in Aspen, Colorado. This year's fair promises an immersive and personal experience for collectors, mirroring how they want to engage with art.
The fair is carefully managed in scale to ensure it remains discoverable and not overwhelming, reflecting Aspen's unique character as a place where connection—both human and with nature—is paramount. The ethos of the Aspen Art Fair is to "Give More Than You Take," a phrase coined by artist Jim Hodges for a local project in Aspen.
The Hotel Jerome, established since 1889, remains the permanent home of the Aspen Art Fair. Widely considered Aspen's cultural living room and awarded a Michelin Key, the hotel plays a central role in the fair's identity.
This year's fair will mark the launch of Aspen Art Week and will have more exhibitors than its inaugural year, with 44 galleries from over 15 countries participating. Big-name New York galleries such as Sean Kelly and Marianne Boesky will be joining the lineup, alongside international galleries like Praise Shadows (Brookline, MA), Anat Ebgi (Los Angeles and New York), the Sunday Painter (London), La Loma Projects (LA), and 193 Gallery (Paris and Venice).
Aspen Art Week offers a variety of activities such as hikes, studio visits, panels, and performances that can be self-programmed. Some programming highlights include talks with artists like Mickalene Thomas and Issy Wood, curated home tours, and a site-specific exhibition inspired by Virginia Woolf's A Room of One's Own.
The landscape of Aspen is a big part of the experience during Aspen Art Week. Aspen attracts visitors who want to engage, not just drop in for an hour. Hunter Creek, a popular hiking spot offering solitude and wilderness within 15 minutes, is one such destination.
The Aspen Art Fair aims to create something sustainable and meaningful in the local community, connecting institutions and giving back. By attracting top collectors, artists, and cultural leaders who value collaboration and presence, Aspen cultivates innovation and creative exchange at the highest level.
Aspen's broader cultural commitment, embodied through organizations like Aspen One, integrates luxury, adventure, and cutting-edge sustainability with creative programming and community engagement. This synergy supports a rich cultural landscape where art, nature, innovation, and social values converge, enhancing Aspen’s reputation as an influential creative hub that respects mind, body, and spirit.
In summary, the Aspen Art Fair promotes relationship-driven, immersive artistic experiences that strengthen community ties and elevate the role of art as a socially and environmentally conscious force, thereby enriching Aspen’s cultural ecosystem with innovative, meaningful, and sustainable creative practices. Don't miss out on this year's fair and the vibrant cultural scene it brings to Aspen.
[1] Aspen Art Museum. (n.d.). Aspen Art Fair. Retrieved from https://aspenartmuseum.org/programs/aspen-art-fair
[2] Aspen Art Week. (n.d.). About. Retrieved from https://aspenartweek.com/about
[3] Aspen One. (n.d.). About. Retrieved from https://aspenone.com/about/
- The Aspen Art Fair,returning from July 29 to August 2, takes place at the iconic Hotel Jerome in Aspen, Colorado, where the event finds a permanent home.
- This year's Aspen Art Fair will have more exhibitors than its inaugural year, with 44 galleries from over 15 countries participating, including New York's Sean Kelly and Marianne Boesky.
- Aspen Art Week offers an array of activities such as hikes, studio visits, panels, and performances, attracting visitors who want a more engaging experience with art.
- The Aspen Art Fair aims to create a sustainable and meaningful impact in the local community, connecting institutions and giving back, as reflected in the phrase "Give More Than You Take," coined by artist Jim Hodges.
- Aspen Art Week offers a variety of experiences to immerse oneself in contemporary art, from speaking with artists like Mickalene Thomas and Issy Wood, to home tours, and site-specific exhibitions inspired by Virginia Woolf's "A Room of One's Own."
- Beyond the art fair, Aspen offers opportunities to connect with nature, with destinations like Hunter Creek, a popular hiking spot offering solitude and wilderness within 15 minutes.
- Aspen's broader cultural commitment, embodied through organizations like Aspen One, integrates luxury, adventure, and cutting-edge sustainability with creative programming and community engagement, creating a rich cultural landscape where art, nature, innovation, and social values converge.
