TAMPA – Organizers are touting the inaugural Art Fair Tampa as a global event.
The four-day celebration of contemporary art, cultural exchange and immersive creative experiences will feature 300 artists from around the world from Oct. 15 to 18 at the Tampa Convention Center.
“It’s a cultural experience that connects artists, collectors and communities from around the world,” lead organizer Tyler Sirota said. “We anticipate it will become one of the largest indoor art conventions in America.”
The indoor format at the Tampa Convention Center offers a climate-controlled environment for viewing and acquiring art, while also providing installations and programming designed to enhance the visitor experience.
“Art Fair Tampa reflects Tampa Bay’s growing reputation as an artistic hotbed both domestically and internationally,” said Santiago C. Corrada, president and CEO of Visit Tampa Bay. “The sheer scope and scale of this inaugural event reinforces our ambitious commitment to the arts while welcoming new audiences, collectors and creators to experience Tampa Bay’s history and culture that has inspired so many.”
While many international artists call Tampa home, the fair also provides local artists with an opportunity to benefit from an international platform in their own community.
“Tampa has an incredible creative community, and this fair elevates it on the international stage,” said Chase Parker, a Tampa-based artist. “For artists who have worked globally, it’s exciting to see that level of attention and opportunity arriving here at home.”
Visit artfairtampa.com for artist applications, exhibitor details and ticket announcements.
