Paul’s Fairs: Stories of Frieze London
12 October 2024 • Paul Carey-Kent
The layout of Frieze London has been shaken up this year, and the fair feels fresh. As ever, though, it’s… Read More
Frieze London was founded in 2003 by Amanda Sharp and Matthew Slotover. The fair is one of the world’s most influential contemporary art fairs, focusing only on contemporary art and living artists, and takes place each October in The Regent’s Park, in the heart of London.
Established in 2003 against the stunning backdrop of London’s Regent’s Park, this spectacular event is the brainchild of the visionary creators of Frieze magazine. As the years have passed, this fair has grown into a global phenomenon, reaching across four major cities and firmly establishing its dominance in the realm of art fairs.
At its core, the iconic Frieze Art Fair, affectionately known as Frieze London, remains the cornerstone of this grand showcase. The fair’s portfolio has expanded to encompass distinctive editions, including Frieze Masters (2012) in London – a homage to art originating before the year 2000. The influence of Frieze now stretches to the heart of New York with Frieze New York (2012), the captivating allure of Los Angeles with Frieze Los Angeles (2019), and the cultural melting pot of Seoul with Frieze Seoul (2022).
2023 marked a momentous milestone as Frieze Art Fair expanded its horizons through the acquisition of The Armory Show in New York and EXPO Chicago, reaffirming its status as a true titan in the world of art. It is noteworthy that in 2016, the esteemed American holding company Endeavor secured a majority stake in Frieze, propelling the fair into a new era of boundless artistic excellence.
Discover the pinnacle of contemporary artistry at Frieze Art Fair. Join us to redefine the exploration of art and to revel in creativity that knows no boundaries.”
12 October 2024 • Paul Carey-Kent
The layout of Frieze London has been shaken up this year, and the fair feels fresh. As ever, though, it’s… Read More
27 September 2024 • Mark Westall
SEVEN art fairs to go and visit between the 8th and the 13th October (known as Frieze Week)
5 August 2024 • Mark Westall
In 2024 Frieze will continue to present a series of initiatives and acquisition funds that continue to bolster the UK arts ecosystem.
4 July 2024 • Mark Westall
Frieze gets ready for Art Basel Paris with a bold new design for Frieze London and curatorial direction at Frieze Masters.
6 October 2023 • Mark Westall
The art season is well & truly underway and Frieze week is just around the corner but what are the… Read More
2 October 2023 • Mark Westall
Frieze and ICA London have joined forces to curate a programme of artists’ film and moving image coinciding with Frieze London’s 20th Anniversary.
28 September 2023 • Mark Westall
Gagosian to present a special solo presentation of Damien Hirst new paintings in commemoration of the twentieth anniversary of Frieze London.
19 September 2023 • Mark Westall
Frieze reveals highlights for the 20th anniversary edition of Frieze London and 11th edition of Frieze Masters. The fairs will… Read More
14 August 2023 • Mark Westall
Today, Frieze revealed details of a new global partnership with Getty, the Los Angeles-based cultural and philanthropic institution, that will… Read More
1 August 2023 • Mark Westall
Frieze has revealed a series of collaborations with UK arts organisations and public institutions to mark 20th anniversary in London
13 July 2023 • Mark Westall
Frieze has revealed details of the 2023 edition of Frieze Sculpture, the much-celebrated public art exhibition which returns to The Regent’s Park
29 June 2023 • Mark Westall
Today, Frieze named Adham Faramawy as the recipient of the 2023 Artist Award at Frieze London, realised in partnership with… Read More
22 June 2023 • Mark Westall
Today, Frieze has unveiled initial details of the 20th-anniversary edition of Frieze London and the 11th edition of Frieze Masters.
14 October 2022 • Mark Westall
I thankfully avoided Wednesday at Frieze London apparently totally mobbed 30 min wait to get in – couldn’t see the art, couldn’t get a meal, queues for everything – I went Thursday lovely, calm, and plenty of time to look to chat to eat maybe Thursday is the new Wednesday?
13 October 2022 • Mark Westall
Blending the exquisite relationship and craftsmanship between cars, sound technology and creativity, artist Nikita Gale launched “62/22” in the BMW Lounge at Frieze London 2022.
16 September 2022 • Mark Westall
Today, Frieze detailed further programming highlights for Frieze London and Frieze Masters 2022, which both take place from 12th to 16th October in the Regent’s Park, London.
11 August 2022 • Mark Westall
Today Frieze and BMW revealed details of the 2022 BMW Open Work commission, curated by Attilia Fattori Franchini. Established in… Read More
19 July 2022 • Mark Westall
Today Frieze revealed the names of the participating galleries of Frieze London and Frieze Masters, which will take place from… Read More
11 July 2022 • Mark Westall
Gagosian has announced the representation of Jadé Fadojutimi. To inaugurate the relationship, Fadojutimi will take over the gallery’s booth at Frieze London in October 2022 with an installation of new works.
6 July 2022 • Mark Westall
Today, Frieze named Abbas Zahedi as the winner of the 2022 Frieze Artist Award, realized in partnership with Forma for the fourth consecutive year.
18 October 2021 • Mark Westall
Frieze London & Masters 2021 closed yesterday Sunday 17th October with reports of strong sales and praise for the positive… Read More
15 October 2021 • Mark Westall
Frieze London kicked off with a bang on Wednesday, lights cameras action – lots of light and bright colours, fast-… Read More
10 September 2021 • Mark Westall
Today, Frieze announced Sung Tieu as the winner of the 2021 Frieze Artist Award. Now in its eighth year, the… Read More
19 August 2021 • Mark Westall
Today, Frieze revealed initial details of the 2021 editions of Frieze London and Frieze Masters, which will take place 13th- 17th October. Returning to The Regent’s Park, London,