Tatum Dooley's Art Forecast Shifts Focus from Market to Artist Support in 2026

Writer and publicist Tatum Dooley, reflecting on 2025, describes a year of disengagement from the art world's market-driven spectacle, citing fatigue from 2024's volatile conditions. She attended museums and fairs but ignored VIP portals and major retrospectives. A personal crisis about her relationship with art was resolved by redirecting attention toward quieter, fundamental practices. This shift is exemplified by her newsletter series 'Artist Relations' and 'Studio Visits,' which focus on practical advice and direct engagement with artists. The positive response to 'Artist Relations' led her to launch one-on-one consultation services this month, offering strategic career advice to artists and galleries. Her 2025 activities included serving on the jury for Galeries Ontario / Ontario Galleries' Annual Awards, a curatorial residency with NAMARA | projects, and hosting events with partners like Ninth Editions and Isabel Okoro. For 2026, Dooley plans to focus less on market gossip and more on supporting the individuals who constitute the art world's fabric.