The Art Dealers Association of America (ADAA) today announced the addition of 11 new member galleries: Berry Campbell (New York), Cavin-Morris Gallery (New York), Hales Gallery (New York), Nina Johnson (Miami), Klaus von Nichtssagend Gallery (New York), Magenta Plains (New York), Charles Moffett (New York), Sargent's Daughters (New York and Los Angeles), William Shearburn Gallery (St. Louis), Louis Stern Fine Arts (West Hollywood), and Timothy Taylor (New York). These eleven galleries join the ADAA's contingent of over 200 members, each of which is admitted after an evaluation of their exhibition and programming history, established expertise, and intellectual rigor, ensuring that each member is emblematic of the very best that the American art market offers. The Association will support these exemplary institutions by providing information essential to navigating the current art market, as well as technical, legal, and business resources.
"We're thrilled to count these leading galleries from across the country among the ADAA's members," says Executive Director, Maureen Bray. "This 2024 cohort exemplifies the dynamic variety of programs and voices that the ADAA seeks to champion, bringing insightful exhibitions to cities across the country, furthering the scholarly appreciation of intergenerational and historic figures, and showcasing artists beyond the mainstream."
After receiving a nomination from an existing ADAA member, each candidate undergoes an extensive application process, which includes a thorough vetting procedure, to ensure that each new member shares the ADAA's commitment to industry best practices and advancement. In order to be admitted, candidates must be in business in the United States for at least five years, demonstrate a record of accomplishment, and have made significant contributions to the art community through activities such as organizing exhibitions, generating scholarly publications, and actively engaging with museums and other art institutions. Following a vote by the full membership, candidates are admitted after receiving the ADAA Board's final approval.
"What makes the ADAA's membership process so special is that you are recommended and voted on by your peers," says Cristin Tierney, ADAA Membership Committee Chair. "We are proud to add these eleven galleries as members of the ADAA, celebrating their efforts and accomplishments within our community."
"The caliber of exhibitions presented by our new member class demonstrate a wideranging, forward-thinking branch of the art market, both in showing impressive contemporary art by emerging artists, and prompting reevaluation of historical works and old masters," says Anthony Meier, ADAA Board President. "We are not only excited that our membership is growing, but that it continues to include some of the nation's most important voices in the market today."