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Scope Basel Press Release
May 9, 2008
Press Release
May 9, 2008
Press Release
SCOPE Basel 2008 reflects global reach of cutting-edge contemporary art fair
Basel – SCOPE, the cutting-edge contemporary art fair, returns for the second yearto Basel in a new venue, a 60,000 square foot glass pavilion situated on the Rhine.Within walking distance of Art Basel 39, SCOPE will present its most internationalfair yet, showcasing 85 galleries from all over the world.
SCOPE Basel 2008 exhibitors, special events, and curatorial programs amplify the fair’s signal achievement: introducing artists, curators, and cutting-edge galleries to new audiences internationally, making it the most comprehensive destination for emerging art available anywhere.
With SCOPE Basel 2008, the fair solidifies its position as a leading presenter in the global art world. Currently with fairs in New York, London, Miami, Basel, and the
Hamptons, SCOPE is expanding into Spain, China, and the United Arab Emirates,
where a cultural world’s fair of art, music, and film has been commissioned.
SCOPE’s latest achievements are complimented by long-term, world-class, exhibition venue commitments. For SCOPE Basel 08, an undeniable tipping point has brought Volta and Balelatina into its orbit, creating a fully-serviced “art district on the Rhine.” SCOPE New York 2008 was held at the culturally iconic Lincoln Center and SCOPE London has proudly made the hallowed Lord’s Cricket Ground its new home.
SCOPE is the brainchild of Alexis Hubshman, who drew upon his experience as
an artist and gallerist to start SCOPE in 2002 in a New York hotel. As the first
art fair to bring emerging galleries Peres Projects, Daniel Reich, John Connelly
Presents, Taxter & Spengemann and Marella to a wider audience, SCOPE has
given many now-prominent emerging artists like Assume Astro Vivid Focus,
Scissor Sisters and Black Label their first significant international exposure.
The fair has evolved from an industry niche to an influential global contributor,
with ongoing events, educational programs, and the SCOPE Foundation 501(c) 3.
With total sales of nearly $100 million, over 250,000 visitors, and wide media
attention, SCOPE has helped build a flourishing collector base in the contemporary art market.
At SCOPE Basel 2008, the new pavilion significantly upgrades the exhibition venue,
and is serviced by shuttle, water taxi, and pedicab. This year’s edition of the fair
builds on SCOPE’s tradition of one-person and thematic group shows, and museumquality
programming to create a real-time international survey of emerging art.
Basel – SCOPE, the cutting-edge contemporary art fair, returns for the second yearto Basel in a new venue, a 60,000 square foot glass pavilion situated on the Rhine.Within walking distance of Art Basel 39, SCOPE will present its most internationalfair yet, showcasing 85 galleries from all over the world.
SCOPE Basel 2008 exhibitors, special events, and curatorial programs amplify the fair’s signal achievement: introducing artists, curators, and cutting-edge galleries to new audiences internationally, making it the most comprehensive destination for emerging art available anywhere.
With SCOPE Basel 2008, the fair solidifies its position as a leading presenter in the global art world. Currently with fairs in New York, London, Miami, Basel, and the
Hamptons, SCOPE is expanding into Spain, China, and the United Arab Emirates,
where a cultural world’s fair of art, music, and film has been commissioned.
SCOPE’s latest achievements are complimented by long-term, world-class, exhibition venue commitments. For SCOPE Basel 08, an undeniable tipping point has brought Volta and Balelatina into its orbit, creating a fully-serviced “art district on the Rhine.” SCOPE New York 2008 was held at the culturally iconic Lincoln Center and SCOPE London has proudly made the hallowed Lord’s Cricket Ground its new home.
SCOPE is the brainchild of Alexis Hubshman, who drew upon his experience as
an artist and gallerist to start SCOPE in 2002 in a New York hotel. As the first
art fair to bring emerging galleries Peres Projects, Daniel Reich, John Connelly
Presents, Taxter & Spengemann and Marella to a wider audience, SCOPE has
given many now-prominent emerging artists like Assume Astro Vivid Focus,
Scissor Sisters and Black Label their first significant international exposure.
The fair has evolved from an industry niche to an influential global contributor,
with ongoing events, educational programs, and the SCOPE Foundation 501(c) 3.
With total sales of nearly $100 million, over 250,000 visitors, and wide media
attention, SCOPE has helped build a flourishing collector base in the contemporary art market.
At SCOPE Basel 2008, the new pavilion significantly upgrades the exhibition venue,
and is serviced by shuttle, water taxi, and pedicab. This year’s edition of the fair
builds on SCOPE’s tradition of one-person and thematic group shows, and museumquality
programming to create a real-time international survey of emerging art.
