Statement from Thomas Woodham-Smith about the cancellation of The Open Art Fair.
After a great deal of careful consideration, we have come to the conclusion that we cannot stage The Open Art Fair in April 2023.
It is with deep regret we have to report that there has not been sufficient interest from exhibitors to mount the fair; in spite of the fact that many committed, enthusiastic dealers did want a fair, their stand requirements were too modest for the large space available.
Whilst we, the organisers, were prepared to support the fair in order to promote it in its infancy that subsidy has become too onerous. We have returned all deposits. It is a very sad day for all of us who have worked tirelessly to create this new fair, and had to deal with the impact of Covid during our launch and its aftermath.
To conclude with a note of optimism it is our hope and intention to work with our loyal exhibitors to find them a venue at a price they can afford and at a time when they want to exhibit.