Our Events
Art HK
17-20 May 2012
Hong Kong
ART HK is the leading showcase for international modern and contemporary art in Asia, with over 230 galleries participating from 38 different countries. ART HK reflects Hong Kong’s ‘gateway’ status in presenting a unique opportunity for collectors to see and buy work of a quality and geographical diversity not available anywhere else in the world.
India Art Fair
25-29 January 2012
New Delhi
Launched in 2008, the India Art Fair (formerly India Art Summit) recorded over 100,000 visitors in just four days from 17 cities in India and 67 cities around the world, making it one of the most attended art fairs globally. Of the 84 galleries participating, 34 were international galleries – double the number from the previous year – bringing an international and domestic focus to the buoyant Indian art market.
Rand Show
6-15 April 2012
Johannesburg, South Africa
The Rand Show was first held in 1894, and has become one of the greatest consumer shows in the world, with 11 action-packed days. It’s a great day out for the whole family, with adventure sports, animal zones, boat shows, health and beauty expos, gourmet cooking demonstrations, home decor, travel, cultural festivals, food fairs, performing horses, and circus acts. The Rand Show has it all.
Sony World Photography Awards
26 April 2012
Hilton Hotel, Park Lane, London
Proudly sponsored by Sony, the World Photography Awards is widely recognised as the leading global photographic awards programme in existence today, with in excess of 100,000 submissions each year from over 160 countries. The Awards ceremony takes place at the Hilton Hotel, in Park Lane, London. An exhibition of the winners’ work can be seen at Somerset House before it’s being taken to various locations around the world.
World Photo São Paulo
11 January –12 February 2012
Museum of Image & Sound (MIS), São Paulo
World Photo São Paulo is hosted by Museu da Imagem e do Som, in partnership with Sony Brazil. The month-long event offers photographers of all levels and areas of practice the opportunity to engage in a variety of different events. At the centre of the programme, and open to anyone with an interest in contemporary art, is the Sony World Photography Awards exhibition, showcasing some of the best current photography from across the globe.
World Photo London
27 April – 20 May 2012
Somerset House, London Description: Stretched across an entire month, the programming includes stunning exhibitions, showcasing the best in global contemporary photography; unique workshops for all levels; special presentations by masters of photography; industry discussions; portfolio reviews; peer critique sessions; professional seminars; networking and collaboration within the photo industry; and general events for anyone who enjoys photography, whether a culture buff or a practicing enthusiast.