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• goes Löwenbräu: Jacqueline Uhlmann and her hollistic view on the art world

  Jacqueline Uhlmann is the spirit shaping Löwenbräukunst today. Though being responsible for such a formative community within Zürich’s cultural life is no easy task, this kind of a responsibility is nothing new to her, as she has been used to bringing people together in numerous ways within the art world through her career. Jackie has been the fair manager at Liste Basel for a few formative years after 2009, helping to establish the fair’s central philosophy of inclusion, and the support of emerging galleries. She has also been closely involved with representing her nation internationally, through her role in the Swiss Pavilion at the Venice Biennale in 2019. In her current role managing the Löwenbräukunst, Jackie is balancing not only the commercial and the public programs within the community, but also ensures that the art district, representative of the city’s art scene, stays true to its mission. She is currently working to expand the district with newcomers such as Haus Konstruktiv, which is moving in next year. In this episode of Swizz Art Biz, our host, Tanya König talks to Jackie about the mission of Löwenbräukunst, as well as its future development. Through this, we learn how the ethos of the art district and Jackie’s philosophy of community building are weaved together, shining a light on a truly inspiring career in the art world. Recorded at Tablecast in Zurich. Co-Produced by Marcell Márthon.

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• Peter Kilchmann: A visionary gallerist shaping the European art scene

  Peter Kilchmann is the man behind his eponymous gallery, operating three spaces collectively between Zurich and Paris. While Kilchmann can be counted amongst the most successful art dealers of his generation, his beginnings were by no means easy. Despite his current success at fairs like Art Basel, ARCO Madrid and MIART Milan, as well as his close involvement in the beginnings of LISTE, Kilchmann’s account of what it meant to be an early innovator in the European art market seems less than glamorous. Yet, even while operating from an empty office space on Hardturmstrasse, Galerie Peter Kilchmann’s inaugural show already displayed an appetite for innovation,  featuring the Northern Irish artist Willie Doherty with large-scale color photography and video works. While photography and video art were certainly seen as a bit unorthodox at the time, these mediums put the gallery on the map within the Zurich cultural sphere. Although by today the gallery incorporates many different mediums into its programme, its mission to represent artists from diverse backgrounds and nationalities remains, as well as its commitment to maintain personal ties with collectors and artists alike. This serves as one of the central philosophies of the gallery today. Furthermore, with a strong involvement in cultural projects such as the Backstage Engelberg, as well as plans for international expansion, the gallery remains to be one of the most dynamic and innovative ones in operation today. Listen to the latest Swizz Art Biz conversation between our host Tanya König and art dealer Peter Kilchmann.

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• Unfiltered: Kenny Schachter's Take on the Art World

  In this live podcast recorded at the Suisse Podcast Festival, we are joined by the art world’s rule-breaking insider: Kenny Schachter! Renowned for his unfiltered opinions, relentless energy, and wit that has disrupted galleries and auction houses alike, Kenny has carved out a unique space where art, critique, and cultural commentary collide. Consistently challenging the status quo, he has become one of the most captivating—and controversial—voices in contemporary art. A multifaceted talent, Kenny is a writer, columnist, artist, art dealer, lawyer, and teacher, notably lecturing on art market studies at Zurich University. In this engaging episode, Kenny shares with host Tanya König and the audience how he discovered art, why he never takes no for an answer, and why, as long as you act ethically, you can do whatever you want. The conversation is candid and insightful, followed by a dynamic Q&A session featuring questions from the audience. Watch the Video of this conversation on YouTube! More on Swizz Art Biz!

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• goes Löwenbräu: David Khalat’s Journey in Printmaking

  In his career, David Khalat merges his dedication to preserve Switzerland’s tradition of printmaking with the disruption of the traditional hierarchies within the art market.  He currently serves as the managing director of Edition VFO located at Löwenbräukunst, an organization tracing its roots back to 1948, yet embodying a truly innovative approach to art in its accessibility. Here, Khalat and his team help world renowned artists produce museum quality work, often time by the means of historical techniques, which are then offered to the public through a transparent and affordable sale. But Khalat’s love for printmaking doesn’t stop there, as he is also the founder of ZPI, or Zurich Print Institute, a much younger organization intended to be a younger and more playful space for artists to collaborate and enrich each other with ideas.  In this episode of Swizz Art Biz, our host, Tanya König asks Khalat about his fascination with printmaking as a medium, diving into how the organizations headed by him serve to disrupt the art market we know today. This they do, often by relying on the philosophies of the past, as he cites examples from “the early prints by Rembrandt and Dürer” and their importance in disseminating ideas among the greater public.  Finally, in the interview, we also learn how mega-collections such as that of UBS acquire works from the same series that any of their employees would be able to afford as well, and Khalat even sheds some light on the artwork of his choice, which proves to be the most accessible of them all!  Photo credit: Vic & Chris Photography Recorded at Tablecast Studio and co-produced by Marcell Márthon.

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• Catalyzing Art with Valeria Diaz Granada

  Valeria Diaz Granada represents a new generation of art entrepreneurs, curating museum-quality exhibition programs without the need for a physical gallery space or even a fixed country of operation. Instead, rossogranada, the "art catalyzer" she founded, focuses on the artists themselves, organizing seemingly spontaneous pop-up exhibitions around the world. For instance, audiences from Basel to London have had the chance to encounter Leonora Carrington's over two-meter-tall statue, The Dancer. However, such operations are not only costly but also require a global audience. One might wonder how a new voice like Granada's carves out a place in the art world, and by what means she manages to succeed. In the latest episode of Swizz Art Biz, host Tanya König interviews Granada about the role of institutional and private sponsorship in the art world, as well as her perspective on the future of art patronage. Granada also shares her views on philanthropy within the art sector and the importance of giving back to the community through artist-led initiatives. While the episode features Granada, it explores more than just the story of rossogranada. It highlights the significance of adaptability in the modern approach of curators and art dealers, underscoring the value of a global and flexible exhibition program. Swizz Art Biz on Instagram This episode was produced at TableCast Studio. The video podcast can be watched on YouTube. Co-Producer: Marcell Márthon

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