The art world and associated market are famously opaque and can at times be exclusive. Berlin based gallery director and educator Michael Dooney speaks with artists, curators and other professionals who share their personal experiences of this unique field. If you have ever felt unsure about walking into a gallery, wish to understand more about creativity or better understand how this complex industry works, then tune in every second Monday to hear the insightful conversations with these inspiring individuals.
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episode 51: Alain Servais, art collector | EP51 Subtext & Discourse
The Belgian collector, Alain Servais, started collecting art in the late 1990s. With a strong focus on emerging artists, Alain has built up a significant contemporary art collection which is highly versatile and forward-looking. Alain is also among the first to collect digital art and support young artists by offering residency program in his loft in Brussels where he keeps his collection. One of the most committed and passionate collectors today, Alain spends most of his leisure time visiting museums, biennials, galleries and art fairs, and sharing his insights in the art with his twitter fans.
Interview with Alain Servais recorded by Michael Dooney on 7. July 2022 during the opening week of Les Rencontres de la photographie, Arles, France.
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- Alain Servais
- Twitter: https://twitter.com/aservais1
- Servais Family Collection
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