The Other Art Fair
April 4 - 7, 2024
Barker Hangar, Santa Monica, CA
The Other Art Fair was back in town, once again proving to be a must-experience art event and vibrant hub of creative expression. It continues to be a cherished rendezvous where familiar favorites mingle with fresh talents, illuminating the dynamic tapestry of contemporary art.
Distinguished by its commitment to showcasing emerging artists, the fair served as a gateway to the thriving independent art scene. Here, diverse voices from around the globe converge alongside the distinct flavor of local LA talent, offering a kaleidoscopic view of artistic innovation.
Founded by SaatchiArt.com, The Other Art Fair transcends traditional boundaries, inviting attendees on an immersive journey through the forefront of artistic exploration. From avant-garde installations to captivating performances, each edition captivates with its celebration of accessibility and community.
Here are some of the picks that captivated our attention:
Kristine Schomaker, a Los Angeles-based artist, mentor, and curator, showcased her latest iteration of the 'Perceive Me' project, drawing significant attention at The Other Art Fair. Over the past five years, Schomaker has curated a series of exhibitions featuring artworks by more than 60 artists. These portraits, crafted collaboratively with Schomaker as the model, were conceived as a means of protesting societal and art world norms concerning female body size and ideals.
As part of this year's art fair, Schomaker extended an invitation to regular visitors to participate as models in life drawing sessions, while outside the art studio, artworks from previous iterations of the project adorned the walls.
Among the standout pieces at the fair were a striking sculpture by Debbie Korbel and a captivating painting by Tony Pinto.
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"Good as Hell"
Mixed-Media Sculpture
7'x7'x2'
$11000
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"Kristine Superstar"
Acrylic on cut birch plywood panel
94"x38"
$2200
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"Hidden Waters"
Oil on Canvas
36"x36"
$1200
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"Diaspora"
Acrylic, Cotton Thread on Canvas
48"x36"
$10,000
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"Piggy"
Mixed-media on Canvas
24"x24"
$1000
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"Green Fleck"
aluminum, acrylic
22"x11"x1"
$300
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"Mastodon"
Oil on Canvas
50"x45"
$15,000
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"We Three Queens"
Mixed-media on canvas
48"x36"
$2950
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"Water Color"
Textile
43"x34"
$2,500
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"Kinetical"
Wall Sculpture from Skull Series
Acrylic, Mixed-Meda
20"x20"x5"
$8,000
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"The Luminary Mirror"
Walnut and birch wood, acrylic mirror, LED lights
26"x18"
$1,995
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"Mammalia"
Mixed-media on Paper
30"x22"
$3,800
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Selection of works from "Good Grief" series
Mixed-media on wood panels
2024
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"Fat, Happy Women and No Crime"
Acrylic on canvas
30"x40"
$3500
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"Settlements in the Fens"
Merino, Lincoln Longwool, Silk
$4,500
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"Fundamental"
Acrylic, Collage, Spray Paints, 24ct Gold leaf on Canvas
47.24" x 47.24"
$4200
In a world where creativity knows no bounds, The Other Art Fair stands as a beacon of inclusivity and inspiration. Welcome to a realm where the extraordinary becomes the norm—a place where art comes alive, and every moment is an invitation to embrace the unconventional.
We hope you've enjoyed this glimpse into a few of the many artworks featured at The Other Art Fair. As we eagerly anticipate the next installment, we invite you to explore the myriad wonders of the art world and join us in celebrating the boundless creativity that surrounds us.