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Art in Focus Series 2 | Ep 2: Women leading the way in art

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From discovering and nurturing emerging artists, to building trust-based relationships with collectors, Emma van der Merwe of Everard Read, Shona van der Merwe of RESERVOIR Projects and Anelisa Mangcu of Under the Aegis, discuss the increasing prominence and role of women in the art ecosystem. These three gallerists open up about how they navigate a world traditionally dominated by men, challenges overcome - mentorship, and the often unseen but crucial collaboration of women across the art market.
KEY MOMENTS:
00:00 Introduction and guest intro
01:36 Personal journeys into the art world
07:19 Strategies for establishing authority
08:21 Discovering and elevating new artists
12:03 Women-led galleries and curatorial perspectives
17:59 Collaboration and support within the art ecosystem
19:10 Building relationships with collectors
21:48 Mentorship and cultivating a community
27:02 Defining an artist
30:51 Curatorial voice and career highlights
31:29 Daily drivers and inspiration
33:41 Art collections and personal favourites
36:49 Dream art acquisitions
38:52 Conclusion and closing remarks
Chapters
  • 00:00 Introduction and guest intro
  • 01:36 Personal journeys into the art world
  • 07:19 Strategies for establishing authority
  • 08:21 Discovering and elevating new artists
  • 12:03 Women-led galleries and curatorial perspectives
  • 17:59 Collaboration and support within the art ecosystem
  • 19:10 Building relationships with collectors
  • 21:48 Mentorship and cultivating a community
  • 27:02 Defining an artist
  • 30:51 Curatorial voice and career highlights
  • 31:29 Daily drivers and inspiration
  • 33:41 Art collections and personal favourites
  • 36:49 Dream art acquisitions
  • 38:52 Conclusion and closing remarks
28 Jan English South Africa Business · Investing

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