Between Studio and Market – Insights into Art, Artists, and the Art Market – Galerie Obrist

BETWEEN STUDIO AND MARKET (3) – How is the price of an artwork determined?

TO — Sat, 06 Jun 2026 12:21:18 +0000

Many visitors wonder why one artwork costs a few hundred euros while other pieces command five-figure prices. The answer does not lie in the cost of materials. An artwork consists of more than just canvas, paint, or paper. It embodies the entire evolution of an artistic position: training, exhibitions, publications, inclusion in collections, museum presence, …

BETWEEN STUDIO AND MARKET (2) – Why Some Artists Become Famous

TO — Thu, 04 Jun 2026 16:54:31 +0000

— and others do not… When people discuss art, they frequently ask the same question: Why does one artist become famous, while others—despite possessing great quality—remain virtually unknown? The simple answer is this: Quality alone is not enough. Art never emerges in a vacuum. It acquires significance through contexts, institutions, and societal attention. A work …

BETWEEN STUDIO AND MARKET (1) — What Does a Gallery Actually Do These Days?

TO — Wed, 03 Jun 2026 11:29:35 +0000

The Role of the Gallery in the Digital Art Market – Many people still imagine a gallery as a place where artworks hang on the walls, waiting for buyers. This image is understandable—but it is no longer in step with the times. The role of a gallery has undergone a fundamental transformation over the past …