Robert Storr on the Future of Art and the Planet

In a piece for Artribune, curator Robert Storr examines the unpredictability of history, the irony present in politics, and their implications for the art sector. He reflects on losing his ability to predict outcomes during the Trump administration, although he successfully wagered on the 2016 election, donating his winnings to the ACLU. Storr highlights the futility of forecasting in art, mentioning Gerhard Richter's 'September' (2005). He appreciates insights from mentors such as Louise Bourgeois and showcases works by Jim Hodges, Lawrence Weiner, and Jenny Holzer. Critiquing the speculative nature of the art market, he references the prominence of Jeff Koons and Damien Hirst. Storr also recalls the 2008 Kabakov retrospective in Moscow coinciding with a Hirst auction. He regards NFTs as empty and expresses concern over impending geopolitical strife and environmental disasters, choosing to follow his ethical principles.