An art fair that heralds the arrival of spring to the beautiful city of Paris ♪ “Art Shopping Paris 2023 [Spring Festival]” will be held

”Art Shopping Paris 2023” is a high-profile art event held in Paris, the capital of France. The period from 2023/3/31 (Friday) to 4/2 (Sunday) began gorgeously at the historic Carrousel du Louvre. This facility is directly connected to the world-famous Louvre Museum, and it will be an event in a location that will further enhance its fame.

”Art Shopping Paris”, as the name suggests, is an exhibition where you can not only appreciate art works but also buy them. It was an event that made the world reaffirm the appeal of Paris as an art capital, especially in preparation for the 2024 Paris Olympics. Despite concerns about strikes and demonstrations, stable operation was carried out with the rose color as a symbol.

“Art Paris 2023” was also held around the same time, and Paris became the center of the spring art season. However,”Art Shopping Paris” attracted attention both domestically and internationally as a place where you can obtain a particularly diverse range of works of art. 58 artists participated at the Japanese booth supported by the Japan Promotion Association. These artists were highly praised by Miriam Annonay Castanet, the representative of GEMART, and their high quality was proven, such as being featured on Instagram with confidence.

Art Shopping Paris 2023 [Spring Session]
‍Period: 2023/3/31 (Fri) to 4/2 (Sun)
Venue: Carrousel du Louvre (Carrousel du Louvre)

A reception inviting VIPs will be held on the first day

Art lovers and VIPs are eagerly awaiting spring in Paris, the end of March when it still feels chilly.”Art Shopping Paris 2023The spectacular pre-opening event “Vernissage” of” was held. This event isArt shoppingIt's a time filled with a sense of elation and anticipation worthy of the name.

Collectors and VIPs familiar with the art world gathered as early as the entrance to the Carrousel du Louvre for this exclusive evening, where light snacks and wine entertain guests. At 19:00 the opening time,Art shoppingThe aisles were overflowing with people who were attracted to the appeal of, and it was difficult to take a step forward.

this”Art shopping” Vernissage was a place for celebrities and general art fans alike to share their pure passion for art works. The eyes of the participants sparkled, and it was a moment where they felt a deep love for art. This kind of passion is”Art shoppingIt emphasizes that” is not just a sales event, but an annual event for the art community.

”Art Shopping Paris 2023The opening day of” was not just an exhibition, but a feast for performance art. In addition to selling and appreciating art, DJ beats and live music create an energetic atmosphere at the venue,Art shoppingIt captivated visitors with the power of music.

The highlight of the day was a live performance by artists who came all the way from Japan Promotion. Their performances areArt shoppingThe beautiful artwork, which captivated guests and slowly spun out with unique brushstrokes and colors, provided a mystical experience that drew the audience in. Amidst the enthusiasm of the venue, this delicate world of art clearly stands out,Art shoppingIt made the exciting opening of the season exciting.

Like this”Art shopping” is not just an art market, but is positioned as a cultural festival that combines music, performance art, and international artist collaborations. In ParisArt shoppingis an event not to be missed for art lovers, and it is a special place to celebrate the arrival of spring.

A public day packed with lots of people!

”Art Shopping Paris 2023The public opening day of” was the moment art fans had been looking forward to, and the Japan Promotion booth was set up in a place where they could feel that excitement at the forefront. This booth, near the entrance to the venue, is in a perfect location for all visitors to see,”Art shoppingIt was a point where I was able to quickly share the experience of”.

Unexpected rain in the venue Paris”Art shoppingIt had a positive impact on”. This art fair, which is an indoor event, attracted even more visitors due to rain. As predicted by the management staff, art lovers began visiting as soon as it opened,”Art shopping” showed a lively atmosphere.

Like this”Art shopping” has been established as a gathering place for the art community regardless of the weather. Even in the midst of the rain in Paris, the enthusiasm of art fans did not wane, and many exhibitions, including the Japan Promotion booth, shed light. For those who love art, this public day was a unique opportunity not only to make purchases, but also to meet new talents.

People who genuinely enjoy art that goes with their lives

Even so, it really is Paris, the city of art. Unlike Japan, where art tends to be misunderstood by some enthusiasts, thisArt Shopping ParisVarious people, regardless of age or gender, visited and genuinely enjoyed the work. An elderly couple came to the venue holding hands and said, “Does this work look like a dog? Do you see fish?” The sight of them chatting while sometimes sympathizing and sometimes criticizing things like that is a French scene.

Also, it is said that French people have a particularly high level of understanding and interest in Japanese culture compared to other countries. Therefore, not only is it easier to understand the spirituality and feelings put into the work than at art fairs held in other countries, I have the impression that there are so many people who positively accept Japanese culture itself. Even during this exhibition, in front of an artist's work with a koi motif, they said, “Speaking of carp, it's Niigata!” There were people who showed off their amazing knowledge, and it made me feel so relaxed.

An encounter with sensitivities that cannot be found in Japan

Another characteristic unique to the international city of Paris Art Fair is that people with various backgrounds come to the venue. At the venue, it was seen all over the place that artists who had traveled with people from such various countries were interacting, and various episodes were born.

A person from Turkey told me about his love for Japan and its culture while showing his own tattoo with Japanese motifs. I feel once again that being able to gain confidence by being inspired by sensitivities nurtured in another world in this far away land of Paris, and can gain confidence by meeting resonating people who couldn't even believe in their existence in Japan, is also an appeal of this art fair.

There are various feelings of those who have made a contract

Here, we will introduce comments from people who actually made contracts. The French couple, who run the company, liked the fact that they were delighted with the colors and the fact that they were full of humor, and said, “I really like the 'cute' world view of Japan.” Also, there are happy words from the doctor and his wife, who were healed by the work and made a quick decision, saying, “Watching it brightens my mind and gives me energy.” The works of Japanese artists illuminate the hearts of people around the world, and it was a moment I couldn't help but feel that art is wonderful after all.

Long interviews with local media

It gets a lot of attention every yearArt Shopping ParisA large number of media have visited for coverage, and interviews have been conducted in various places. One of them, “Journal du Japon,” introduced the 5 artists that were exhibited this time.

▼Journal du Japon
https://www.journaldujapon.com/2023/04/07/

After the session

There were concerns about the effects of demonstrations and strikesArt Shopping Paris 2023However, thanks to the efforts of the exhibitors and everyone else, we were able to successfully close without any major confusion. Thank you from the bottom of my heart. Paris is an art city that is getting more and more attention in preparation for next year's Olympics. We will continue to do our best to manage another wonderful art fair in this area, so thank you for your continued support.

As an aside, on 4/2, which was the last day of the exhibition, the “Paris Marathon 2023,” which ran through the Champs-Elysées, was held in the city. Since it was a test event for next year's Olympics, the city completely changed from its usual state! There was a slightly different landscape from the Paris you had imagined. I'm looking forward to seeing how the cityscape will change in the future.

Let's meet again here ♪ (By the way, the Olympics will be held in July)

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◎ Addressee: Japan Promotion Association Art Shopping Paris Exhibition Office
◎ Address: Ebina Building 4F, 6-18-10 Jingumae, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo 150-0001
◎ Telephone: 03-5766-2450/Fax: 03-5766-2451
◎ Email: info@japanpromotion.org

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