A new article suggests that the traditional gallery model is "structurally weak" and that a series of fairs and Internet based modes are supplanting the old walk-in model. This is partially correct, I can see galleries choosing smaller downtown spaces and cheaper/larger and less finished project spaces in the future. The trick is keeping collectors engaged and interested and simply scaling back (+ showing more conservative work) without coherent, large scale or adventurous shows won't create more excitement. You have to put collectors in the mood by impressing them and setting their minds at work. Fairs are so overwhelming it promotes buying but that doesn't work for everyone. I think there is a balanced approach that makes more sense by creating destination programming. Unless you are selling blue chip work a large downtown gallery doesn't make sense anymore.

The George Ohr Museum took a beating from Katrina, then the BP oilspill... now it is demographics on the so called "Redneck Riviera"? Honestly, I want this to survive, Im a big fan and at some point it is up to patrons to step up to protect culture... charging admission (now $25 at MoMA) isn't really viable in out of the way places with lower museum attendance. The have's must protect what is worth protecting so the have not's can enjoy culture as well. Culture isn't just for the rich who can buy up George Ohr's pottery.

Jean Nouvel's granite and vegetation monolith at the world's busiest fishing port is a new twist on harbor lighthouses?