Art Fairs Worldwide Resume In-Person Events Post-Pandemic with SP-Arte, ARCOlisboa, and ArtSampa Leading Return

Art fairs globally are transitioning back to in-person formats after pandemic disruptions. SP-Arte 2022 is preparing for its upcoming edition with Fernanda Feitosa discussing recent challenges and the virtual version of the fair. ARCOlisboa has resumed physical activities, while ArtSampa held its inaugural edition featuring approximately 50 exhibitors in São Paulo. The 2020 Frieze London edition was marked by local focus and adaptation to virtual platforms. Despite uncertainties, the art market in 2021 showed resilience, avoiding crisis. International cultural institutions, museums, and fairs continue navigating the return to physical operations. Predictions for the 2021 art market were considered, and Art Basel's presence in Paris was noted. The broader context examines how art fairs worldwide are evolving after a year of pandemic-related changes.