ShContemporary 2008
ShContemporary 08 returning for the second year to the spectacular Shanghai Exhibition Center promises to create an intriguing dialogue between the Orient and Occident art scenes. 150 world class galleries representing over 20 countries will participate in THE Asia Pacific Art Fair - the best galleries from the East will be juxtaposed with the top Western galleries.”Best of Discovery” a unique curated section featuring over 30 of the most interesting emerging artists from the entire Asia Pacific region will be presented in a unique museum style sales exhibition to the global audience for the first time. ShContemporary is cooperating with 11 specialized curators from the Asia Pacific region which guarantees an in depth research and strong artistic content of newly discovered talent never presented in an art fair.The new matchpoint of the international art scene comes from Asia. ShContemporary is the only international art show that provides a comprehensive, top quality overview of the artistic scene in Asia and creates a cultural cross over with the works of Western artists.ShContemporary 08 coincides with the opening of the Shanghai Biennale; offering art collectors, curators, and art enthusiasts an unparallel art extravaganza!