The World’s Largest Fine Art Show, Artexpo New York,

Returns April 21–24, 2017 at Pier 94

-Four-day experience featuring extraordinary fine art, seminars, live demonstrations, and more-

NEW YORK (February 21, 2017) – Artexpo New York, the annual juried art show taking place at Pier 94 in the heart of New York City, will run from Friday, April 21 to Monday, April 24, 2017. As a highlight of Redwood Media Group’s lineup of fine and contemporary art shows,Artexpo New York hosts hundreds of art publishers, gallery owners, and artists from around the globe. This year’s show will once again host more than 400 exhibitors, showcasing original prints, paintings, drawings, sculpture, photography, ceramics, giclee, lithographs, glassworks, and more. Artexpo New York includes three shows under one roof: Artexpo New York, the world’s largest fine art trade show; [SOLO], highlighting established and emerging independent artists; and [FOTO SOLO], featuring fine art photography from some of the world’s finest abstract, contemporary, and realist photographers.

“Artexpo is back for its 39^th year, and we are looking forward to once again providing an incredible platform for not only established artists and galleries, but also for independent artists looking to take the next steps in their career,” said Eric Smith, president and CEO of Redwood Media Group. “Each year, thousands of art aficionados and industry insiders flock to Artexpo New York in search of the art and artists that will shape trends in galleries worldwide.”

Hosting more than 30,000 avid art enthusiasts every year, Artexpo New York is the largest international gathering of qualified trade buyers—including gallery owners and managers, art dealers, interior designers, architects, corporate art buyers, and art and framing retailers—giving hundreds of established and emerging artists the opportunity to get in front of the right people. Attendees will get the chance to browse thousands of innovative new works of art and enjoy education seminars, cocktail parties, live entertainment, and other special events. Artexpo New York also features the Topics & Trends Education Program—four days of complimentary seminars and conference classes offering expert perspectives on subjects ranging from art and the economy, small business management, and artmarketing to social media for artists, design and decor trends, and more.

[SOLO] offers established and emerging independent artists the opportunity to showcase their work on an international stage. Over the decades, [SOLO] has become the ultimate venue for independent artists to be discovered—not only by gallery owners and art publishers, but also by collectors and enthusiasts in search of exciting new works. Echoing [SOLO]’s philosophy of supporting career opportunities of independent artists and partnered with industry experts Digital Photo Pro and Outdoor Photographer, [FOTO SOLO] features collections of fine art photography from some of the world’s finest abstract, contemporary, and realist photographers.

Some exhibitors already confirmed include Gebhardt Gallery, USA; Anna Art Publishing, Canada; Ronen Art Vision, Hussein Madi Art, Lebanon; The Gallery Steiner, Austria; Samir Sammoun Gallery, Canada; Mecenavie Gallery, France; JBIS Contemporary Fine Art, USA; Netherlands; Renssen Art Gallery, Netherlands; and Christy Bomb Art, USA.

Maison Louis Jadot, one of the most renowned Burgundy Houses, is a premium sponsor of the show and the exclusive wine sponsor. Tickets for Artexpo New York are priced at $20 for general admission. A multi-day pass that includes Friday’s Opening Night Preview Party is $40.

For more information on Artexpo New York, please visit www.artexponewyork.com.

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DATE:

Friday, April 21 – Monday, April 24, 2017

SHOW HOURS:

Opening Night Preview Party

Friday, April 21, 2017 | 4 p.m. – 8 p.m. (Open to all attendees)

Open Show Days:

Friday, April 21, 2017 | 12 p.m. – 8 p.m. (TRADE DAY)

Saturday, April 22, 2017 | 11 a.m. – 7 p.m.

Sunday, April 23, 2017 | 11 a.m. – 7 p.m.

Monday, April 24, 2017 | 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. (free art wrapping station for purchases)

VENUE:

Pier 94

711 12^th Ave (55^th Street & the West Side Highway)

New York, NY 10019-5399

ADMISSION COST:

·       MULTI-DAY PASS: $40 | Valid for entire event: Friday’s Opening Preview Party and Saturday through Monday

·       OPENING NIGHT PREVIEW PARTY: $20 | Valid for Friday’s Opening Preview Party

·       GENERAL ADMISSION: $20 | Valid for one admission: Saturday, Sunday, or Monday

·       SENIOR ADMISSION (ages 60+): $15.00 | Valid for one admission: Saturday, Sunday, or Monday STUDENT ADMISSION (Middle and High School/College—ID Required): $15 | Valid for one admission: Saturday, Sunday, or Monday

·       Children aged 12 and under get in FREE