Lindsay Jarvis and Max Werner are redefining the art world with their collaborative approach, making a case for partnerships that prioritize sharing infrastructure, costs, and audiences. The duo's latest exhibition, "Eruption," brings together German Neo-Expressionist and Transavanguardia masters alongside emerging contemporary artists from Europe and the US.
The collaboration is rooted in Jarvis' vision of an art world where dealers collaborate with each other rather than competing. Werner, who has a deep understanding of the European art market, shares this perspective, highlighting the limitations of the "imperialist" gallery model that prioritizes consolidation over cooperation.
Together, they've assembled a diverse lineup of artists, including Sylvia Snowden and Archie Rand, whose work often incorporates text, vibrant color, and comic-inspired imagery. The show provides a unique platform for these artists to share their vision with a broader audience.
The key to success lies in sharing everything equally, from costs to decisions around artist selection. Werner emphasizes the importance of equal decision-making, citing that if one person has a hard "no," it's beneficial for the project. This collaborative approach not only benefits the participating galleries but also fosters a sense of community and mutual respect.
As Jarvis notes, this model represents a return to an earlier spirit of art dealing, where colleagues worked together rather than competing against each other. The duo's collaboration serves as a catalyst for change in the art world, encouraging galleries to adopt more inclusive and collaborative practices.
Ultimately, "Eruption" is not just an exhibition but a statement about the future of the art world. By prioritizing sharing, equal decision-making, and community building, Jarvis and Werner are redefining the art world's values and paving the way for a new generation of galleries to thrive.
The collaboration is rooted in Jarvis' vision of an art world where dealers collaborate with each other rather than competing. Werner, who has a deep understanding of the European art market, shares this perspective, highlighting the limitations of the "imperialist" gallery model that prioritizes consolidation over cooperation.
Together, they've assembled a diverse lineup of artists, including Sylvia Snowden and Archie Rand, whose work often incorporates text, vibrant color, and comic-inspired imagery. The show provides a unique platform for these artists to share their vision with a broader audience.
The key to success lies in sharing everything equally, from costs to decisions around artist selection. Werner emphasizes the importance of equal decision-making, citing that if one person has a hard "no," it's beneficial for the project. This collaborative approach not only benefits the participating galleries but also fosters a sense of community and mutual respect.
As Jarvis notes, this model represents a return to an earlier spirit of art dealing, where colleagues worked together rather than competing against each other. The duo's collaboration serves as a catalyst for change in the art world, encouraging galleries to adopt more inclusive and collaborative practices.
Ultimately, "Eruption" is not just an exhibition but a statement about the future of the art world. By prioritizing sharing, equal decision-making, and community building, Jarvis and Werner are redefining the art world's values and paving the way for a new generation of galleries to thrive.
. It's so refreshing to see people coming together instead of competing against each other. I love how Jarvis and Werner are challenging the traditional gallery model and creating a more inclusive space for artists to share their work. It's like they're saying, "Hey, we can do better than this!" 
And I think that's really inspiring, especially for younger galleries and artists who are looking to make a difference.
. When you share costs and decisions equally, it's not just good business sense – it's also about creating a sense of community and respect. I think that's something we can all learn from, whether we're in the art world or just living our daily lives 
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and focus on building each other up instead. I mean, who doesn't love the idea of sharing resources and audiences? It just makes total sense. And to see all these talented artists come together is just amazing! The way Jarvis and Werner are leading the charge for a more collaborative art world is exactly what we need more of – let's get behind this movement! 
It's beautiful to see how their vision can bring artists together and create something truly special. The fact that they're making this work with galleries and dealers too is just amazing - it's like, the art world is finally catching on to what we've been saying all along: collaboration = success 
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. The fact that Lindsay Jarvis and Max Werner are pushing for a collaborative approach is a breath of fresh air. It's time we move away from the competitive gallery model and towards a more inclusive, community-driven space where everyone benefits equally 
The fact that they're bringing together artists from different backgrounds and styles is just genius 
. It's all about sharing infrastructure, costs, and audiences - a really practical approach. And let's not forget the importance of equal decision-making... it's so refreshing to see two people working together towards a common goal 
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I'm loving the vibes of this exhibition "Eruption" by Lindsay Jarvis and Max Werner! 
Can't wait to see what other innovative stuff Jarvis and Werner come up with next!
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"Eruption" is more than just an exhibition, it's a movement towards equality and community building 
if galleries can learn to put aside competition and work together 
anyway, their collaboration model is actually pretty cool and I love how they're bringing together different styles & artists! Sylvia Snowden's work looks SO cool, I need to check her out 
). It's so refreshing to see galleries putting aside their competitive egos and working together. I mean, who needs all that drama when you can have a beautiful show with diverse artists like Sylvia Snowden & Archie Rand 
? Jarvis & Werner are onto something big here... let's get ready for a more collaborative art world 
... this whole "Eruption" thing is like a breath of fresh air, just what the art world needed to shake things up 
they're not just talking about it, they're DOING IT 
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