From February 16th to 18th, 2024, the spotlight of the global art scene will converge upon the Cape Town International Convention Centre for the eleventh edition of the Investec Cape Town Art Fair. This edition promises to be a celebration of unbound creativity, championing emerging voices and narratives that break free from conventional bounds.

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The curatorial theme for the 2024 edition is “Unbound,” a powerful exploration of emerging and diverse voices in the artistic realm. In the face of global challenges, art stands as a catalyst, offering a platform for expression and dialogue. Laura Vincenti, the Fair director, emphasized the integral role of Cape Town’s vibrant cultural hub in the Fair’s success. The city’s allure to international collectors is further bolstered by its diverse, cutting-edge art scene and favorable exchange rates. The Investec Cape Town Art Fair has solidified its position as a vital international attraction, nurturing a contemporary art ecosystem across the African continent. It serves as a bridge connecting African contemporary art to global markets, fostering interactions among galleries, artists, collectors, and institutions from diverse backgrounds.

This year, the Fair expands its reach, integrating the city of Cape Town more profoundly into its activities, elevating the visibility of local artists and engaging with an international audience. The layout of the Fair, orchestrated by Fair Director Laura Vincenti, reflects the curatorial themes, creating a seamless experience for visitors to explore the diverse showcases. Diverse curated sections await exploration at the Fair. “Tomorrows/Today,” curated by Dr. Mariella Franzoni, offers a platform for emerging artists, while “Loopholes in the Walls of Darkness,” curated by Sean O’Toole, focuses on the enduring relevance of painting in the contemporary art landscape.

New additions like “GENERATIONS,” curated by Natasha Becker and Amogelang Maledu, facilitate intergenerational conversations among artists, advocating for a future that harnesses the talents of all generations. Meanwhile, the “ALT” section challenges traditional norms by inviting non-conventional art spaces to present their interpretations.

The Fair boasts an impressive lineup of participating international galleries, bringing a rich tapestry of global art to Cape Town. Simultaneously, South African galleries, each with its unique perspective, contribute to the vibrant mosaic of artistic expression. Over 112 exhibitors from 24 countries will showcase the works of over 375 artists representing 54 nationalities, featuring more than thirty art forms. Attendees can anticipate a diverse and immersive experience, coupled with an extensive public program within and beyond the Convention Centre.

Participating International Galleries:

Afriart Gallery (Kampala, Uganda)
A.Gorgi Gallery (Tunis, Tunisia)
Amasaka Gallery (Masaka, Uganda)
Ana Mas Projects (Barcelona, Spain)
Anna Laudel (Istanbul, Turkey)
ARTCO Gallery (Berlin (Aachen), Germany)
artHARARE (Harare, Zimbabwe)
Bode (Berlin, Germany)
Borna Soglo Gallery (Cotonou, Benin)
C24 Gallery (New York, United States of America)
Galerie Caroline O’Breen (Amsterdam, Netherlands)
Circle Art Gallery (Nairobi, Kenya)
First Floor Gallery Harare (Harare, Zimbabwe)
Galerie Alain Gutharc (Paris, France)
Galerie Cécile Fakhoury (Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire)
Galerie EIGEN + ART (Leipzig, Berlin, Germany)
Galleria Anna Marra (Rome, Italy)
Gallerie Eric Dupont (Paris, France)
Galleria Giovanni Bonelli (Milan, Italy)
Gregor Podnar (Vienna, Austria)
Iadema Studio (Tallinn, Estonia)
Jonathan Carver Moore (San Francisco, United States of America)
Le Violon Bleu (Tunis Sidi Bou Saïd, Tunisia)
LIS10 Gallery (Arezzo, Italy)
Mashrabia Gallery of Contemporary Art (Cairo, Egypt)
MOVART (Luanda, Angola)
Nil Gallery (Paris, France)
No Man’s Art Gallery (Amsterdam, Netherlands)
Ora Loapi (Gaborone, Botswana)
Osart Gallery (Milan, Italy)
P420 (Bologna, Italy)
Post Gallery (Addis Ababa, Ethiopia)
Reiners Contemporary Art (Marbella, Spain)
Rele Gallery (Lagos, Nigeria)
Samuel Maenhoudt Gallery (Knokke, Belgium)
Shazar Gallery (Naples, Italy)
Suburbia Contemporary (Granada, Spain)
The Bridge Gallery (Issy-les-Moulineaux, France)

Participating Galleries in South Africa:

131 A Gallery (Cape Town, South Africa)
16 on Lerotholi (Cape Town, South Africa)
99 Loop Gallery (Cape Town, South Africa)
Art Formes (Cape Town, South Africa)
Artist Proof Studio (Johannesburg, South Africa)
ArtThrob (Cape Town, South Africa)
Barnard Gallery (Cape Town, South Africa)
Berman Contemporary (Johannesburg, South Africa)
blank (Cape Town, South Africa)
Christopher Moller Gallery (Cape Town, South Africa)
CHURCH Projects (Cape Town, South Africa)
Dale Sargent Fine Art (Johannesburg, South Africa)
Daor Contemporary (Johannesburg, South Africa)
EBONY/CURATED (Cape Town,Franschhoek, South Africa)
Eclectica Contemporary (Cape Town, South Africa)
Everard Read (Cape Town, Franschhoek, Johannesburg, South Africa and London, UK)
Gallery MOMO (Johannesburg, South Africa)
Goodman Gallery (Johannesburg, Cape Town, South Africa, London, UK and New York, USA)
Guns & Rain (Johannesburg, South Africa)
Kalashnikovv Gallery (Johannesburg, South Africa)
KZNSA Gallery (Durban, South Africa)
Legacy (Cape Town, South Africa)
Loft Editions (Cape Town, South Africa)
RESERVOIR (Cape Town, South Africa)
Riaan Bolt Antiques (Johannesburg, South Africa)
SMAC Gallery (Cape Town, Johannesburg, Stellenbosch, South Africa)
South Atlantic Press (Cape Town, South Africa)
Southern Guild (Cape Town, South Africa)
Stevenson (Cape Town, Johannesburg, South Africa and Amsterdam, The Netherlands)
The Melrose Gallery (Johannesburg, South Africa)
THK Gallery (Cape Town, South Africa)
Under The Aegis (Cape Town, South Africa)
Untitled (Cape Town, South Africa)
Vault Research (Cape Town, South Africa)
Vela Projects (Cape Town, South Africa)
WALL (Cape Town, South Africa)
WHATIFTHEWORLD (Cape Town, South Africa)
Worldart (Cape Town, South Africa)

Tickets for the Investec Cape Town Art Fair can be purchased through the official website. Engage with the Fair’s updates and join the conversation on social media platforms using #InvestecCapeTownArtFair. As the eleventh edition approaches, Cape Town braces itself to host a convergence of artistic brilliance, celebrating unbound voices and fostering meaningful dialogue amid the global art community.