Highlights from the Fair
The RRFA team had a busy few days at Art Toronto connecting with our gallery collaborators, meeting artists and of course, seeing terrific art from Canadian and International talent. The convention centre was abuzz with collectors and art enthusiasts who seized the opportunity to see over 100 galleries and thousands of artworks in a single venue.
As art advisors, our eyes are trained to look for captivating, thought-provoking artworks, emerging talent and objects of great beauty and value while simultaneously looking for our clients. It’s no small feat in such a short timeframe! The works featured in our highlights emerged from several themes that stood out to us.
Textile Art
Textile art, once seen as “craft” and overlooked by the traditional art world, is making a strong comeback. Today, artists are using textiles to tell diverse stories, challenge old definitions of art, and bring fresh perspectives to the market, highlighting a medium that speaks to the issues of our time.
Photorealism
Is it a photograph? Is it a painting? Photorealism, a style focused on creating artworks that resemble high-resolution photographs, continues to captivate with its incredible attention to detail. Contemporary artists are pushing the boundaries of this genre, exploring new techniques, mediums and subjects while maintaining a commitment to lifelike representation.
20th Century Canadian
From master paintings to prints, it wouldn’t be Art Toronto if the galleries didn’t showcase works from some of the most iconic and renowned Canadian masters. The works from these prolific artists will always stand the test of time in any collection and we love to see both seasoned and novice collectors appreciating the rich history of Canadian modern art.
If you would like to see more of our fair highlights, or a guide to our top picks, get in touch and we will be happy to share our findings!
