Kabir Jhala

Join Ben Sutton, Editor-in-chief at The Art Newspaper, along with Louisa Buck, contemporary art correspondent, and Kabir Jhala, art market editor, as they dissect the tumultuous landscape of 2025. They delve into the aftermath of LA wildfires and their effects on artists, review Trump's cultural policies, and highlight the Louvre's struggles. Discussions on art market trends reveal a shift toward blue-chip artists and a rise in Gulf art fairs. Plus, the trio shares their top exhibitions and works of the year, featuring talents like Kerry James Marshall and Amy Sherald.

Kabir Jhala, the art market editor for The Art Newspaper, shares insights from the Bukhara Biennial in Uzbekistan, highlighting its cultural significance and the revival of local art. Hilton Als, an acclaimed critic and writer, discusses his curation of the exhibition exploring Jean Rhys's impact on visual art through works by Hurvin Anderson and Kara Walker, focusing on themes of identity and history. Together, they explore the intersections of art and culture, revealing the transformative power of creative expression across generations.