Frieze Los Angeles 2019 to Feature Cinematic Frieze Projects at Paramount Studios
The first edition of Frieze Los Angeles is set to take place from February 14 to 17, 2019, at Paramount Pictures Studios in Hollywood, marking a departure from the city's previous unsuccessful attempts at hosting art fairs like Paris Photo and FIAC. The curated section, Frieze Projects, will be located on the studio's backlot, which resembles a constructed New York City, showcasing sculptures, performances, and installations by 12 artists, including Barbara Kruger, Paul McCarthy, and Tino Sehgal. Kruger will present thought-provoking stickers, such as "Who will write the history of tears?" while McCarthy will unveil a large inflatable piece. Curator Ali Subotnick remarked that the unique setting compels artists to interact with a cinematic backdrop, while executive director Bettina Korek highlighted the importance of art in the cultural context.
Key facts
- Frieze Los Angeles 2019 is the fair's first edition in Los Angeles.
- The fair runs from February 14 to 17, 2019.
- Venue: Paramount Pictures Studios in Hollywood.
- Frieze Projects is the curated focus section.
- 12 artists are participating in Frieze Projects.
- The backlot is a fabricated New York City set.
- Barbara Kruger's stickers feature philosophical questions.
- Paul McCarthy presents a monumental inflatable work for the first time in Los Angeles.
Entities
Artists
- Barbara Kruger
- Paul McCarthy
- Lisa Anne Auerbach
- Sarah Cain
- Catharine Czudej
- Karon Davis
- Cayetano Ferrer
- Hannah Greely
- Trulee Hall
- Patrick Jackson
- Kori Newkirk
- Tino Sehgal
- Ali Subotnick
- Bettina Korek
Institutions
- Frieze
- Frieze Los Angeles
- Paramount Pictures Studios
- Art Basel
- Paris Photo
- FIAC
- Artribune
Locations
- Los Angeles
- United States
- California
- Florida
- Miami
- Hollywood
- New York
- London