Independent New York opens on May 9 and with it, Iraqi-American painter Vian Sora will present a new body of work with David Nolan Gallery (Booth 606). This follows acquisitions of her work by the Baltimore Museum of Art, Santa Barbara Museum

Prices at the fair are ticking up, but that did not stop several galleries from selling out their stands during the VIP preview. More Here

Since its inception in 2010, Independent has intentionally set itself apart from other art fairs. The invite-only affair opts for open floor plans in lieu of traditional aisles and booths, yielding a sprawling, egalitarian showcase that founder Elizabeth Dee has explained is a strategic move