Art Madrid'26 – Swab, the seventh edition of Barcelona emerging and contemporary art fair

Swab, Barcelona Contemporary Art Fair, ??which celebrates its seventh edition, will feature more than 60 galleries from 20 different countries. The fair will be held at the Italian Pavilion of the Fair of Barcelona, from 2 to 5 October, with the work of 165 artists of various nationalities. 
 
Swab Fair will be organized around seven different programs. A general program with the participation of 25 galleries (12 foreign), the Solo Program that will include projects that revolve around the concept of identity, origin or the Latin American cultural imprint. It is a program bicomisariado by Direlia Lazo and Carolina Ariza in which participate the Cuban artist Adrian Melis, Panamanian Jhafis Quintero, Venezuelan Luis Molina Pantin and Ana Alenso, Cuban Humberto Diaz, Chilean Alejandro Leonardt and Guatemalan artist Regina José galindo. 
A new program, Too Hot to Handle, curated by Ethel Seno, will feature new projects American artists represented by galleries with a common theme: a mixture of pop-art sensibilities with social messages. The artists represented in this program (David LaChapelle, Manuel Ocampo, Olek and Victor Castillo), use photography, painting and crochet as working medium. 
 
Positions of Drawing is a programm directed by Oscar Molina and Monica Alonso Alvarez Careaga and composed by 8 Spanish galleries presenting projects dedicated to contemporary drawing artists. The galleries participating are: Addaya, Centre of Contemporary Art (Alaro, Mallorca) with artist Andrew Senra, Angeles Baños Gallery (Badajoz) with Manuel Antonio Dominguez, Espacio Valverde (Madrid) with Elena Alonso, Fernando Pradilla (Madrid) with Juan Francisco Casas, Elizabeth Hurley (Málaga) with David Escalona, ??Kir Royal (Valencia) with José Luis Serzo, Liebre Galería (Madrid) with Guillermo Peñalver and Rafael Perez Hernando (Madrid) with Javier Calleja. 
Swab also have two programs dedicated to Asian and American galleries. Asian participants: Pantocrator Gallery (Shanghai), Project illim (South Korea), Sun Art Gallery (Shanghai), JARB (Seoul) and Gallery 1000a (Gurgaon). American galleries: Black Square Gallery (Miami), Fever Gallery (Buenos Aires), SABINE + BQL Gallery (Bogota), Hall 4 (Buenos Aires), Perfect Gallery (Bahia Blanca), Rea, one day gallery (Buenos Aires) and Art Room 1101 (Miami). 
 
Finally, MYFAY Programme will bring together 4 galleries with less than two years old who have never participated in fairs that represent artists born after 1970. It is a curated program by Zaida Trallero and Rosa Lleó. Within this program find alejandrogallery (Barcelona), Cyan Gallery (Barcelona), La Encantada Gallery (Barcelona) and Vanja Contemporary (Brighton). 
In addition, a full program of activities will be held during the fair: Fly to Swab, SWAB STAIRS, an initiative that emerged in 2011 in collaboration with Kognitif, TMB and Barcelona Inspira, and gives to design schools in Barcelona  the opportunity of create some vinyl-adhesive that will be placed on the stairs to the subway stations of downtown Barcelona. Do you Know what the local art scene looks like the ?, is an acctivity curated by Martina Millà in collaboration with the Joan Miró Foundation to show a series of banners with the works of some young artists along the Paseo de Gracia, Swab Thinks: Ideas, words, Networks; organized by the Independent Studies Program (PEI) MACBA directed by Beatriz Preciado, presents on 3 and 4 October some lectures, debates and panel discussions about the direction of contemporary art. Finally, Swab Performance, a new activity within the show that revolves around the art of action and will be developed in different spots of the city.
 
Swab is the only Contemporary Art Fair founded by a collector, and this makes the fair more accessible to the general public. It is an exhibition that invites visitors to discover, enjoy and understand contemporary art in all its breadth.

 



Art Madrid’26 presents One Shot Collectors, a program sponsored by One Shot Hotels that returns to the fair -now in its sixth edition- with the goal of making contemporary art collecting more accessible and encouraging new and established collectors alike. The initiative is designed to support both art professionals and new audiences interested in starting or strengthening a collection by providing tools, knowledge, and specialized guidance.

One Shot Collectors promotes an informed and approachable way of acquiring artworks, understanding collecting as a process that requires discernment, context, and time. The program serves as a bridge between the public and the artworks presented at the fair, fostering a confident and well-informed relationship with the art market.



The program is directed by Ana Suárez Gisbert, an art advisor with extensive experience in the art market. Her background includes artwork valuation and appraisal, as well as personalized advisory services throughout the acquisition process, helping participants identify works that align with their interests, budget, and goals. Her approach combines technical rigor with a strong commitment to best practices and sustainability within the art ecosystem.

Art collecting goes beyond the purchase of a single work. It involves an intellectual, aesthetic, and personal journey that connects collectors with the artist’s context, discourse, and creative process. Building a collection means developing a personal point of view, making informed decisions, and allowing the collection to evolve coherently over time, guided by enjoyment and confidence in one’s own taste.

So how do we decide where to focus and how to move forward? Where do we begin? How does one purchase connect to the next? A successful acquisition comes from following personal interests, learning to recognize what truly resonates with us, and staying informed before and throughout the process.

During Art Madrid’26, One Shot Collectors offered a personalized advisory service tailored to different profiles: established collectors, individuals acquiring their first artwork, and companies interested in developing collections aligned with their values and brand identity. The program adapts to a wide range of needs and offers customized tours of the fair based on aesthetic, conceptual, and budget considerations.

Our Art Advisor prepares a curated selection of artworks according to each buyer’s criteria and provides support throughout the negotiation process, offering a professional and strategic perspective. In this way, collecting becomes an informed, coherent, and rewarding experience.

Beginning a collection may stem from a desire for knowledge and aesthetic, social, economic, or even corporate exploration. At Art Madrid, we encourage collecting among individuals and companies interested in patronage and investment. This initiative is aimed at both professionals and contemporary art enthusiasts who wish to start or continue building a collection. Art Madrid presents a wide variety of works across disciplines such as photography, painting, sculpture, and installation, spanning a broad range of price points.

Whether you are an experienced collector, a first-time buyer, or a company seeking to express its values through art, the One Shot Collectors program offers a comprehensive experience.


ABOUT ONE SHOT HOTELS. SPONSOR OF ART MADRID

One Shot Hotels is a collection of 14 boutique hotels set in some of the most desirable locations in Madrid, Barcelona, Valencia, Seville, San Sebastián, and Porto. In 2026, the brand will expand its presence with new openings in three additional destinations: Ibiza, Lisbon, and Bilbao. Each property embodies a strong commitment to design, creativity, and aesthetics, seamlessly weaving art and culture into every space.

More than places to stay, One Shot Hotels are destinations with soul. Every interior reflects artistic sensitivity and an uncompromising attention to detail, offering guests a memorable experience where comfort, style, and culture coexist effortlessly. A spirit of closeness, innovation, and a deep passion for the arts defines the brand’s identity and shapes the way it connects people with the creative essence of each city it inhabits.

Through initiatives such as One Shot Collectors, the hotel group brings art and culture closer to both guests and visitors, fostering meaningful connections between its hotel spaces and the creative pulse of each destination.


ABOUT ANA SUÁREZ GISBERT. PROGRAM ART ADVISOR

Ana Suárez Gisbert holds a law degree from Complutense University of Madrid, with a specialization in international law and the international trade of artworks. She is a certified art and antiques appraiser and court-appointed expert through Antonio de Nebrija University, and a partner at the art appraisal firm Art Value Project.

She has carried out appraisal work for major collections and insurance companies and has represented leading international publications in the fields of art and design, including Frieze, Frieze Masters, and Gagosian. She currently combines her work at the appraisal firm with an art and sustainability project for private companies and municipal institutions

The advisory service is part of Art Madrid’26 One Shot Collectors Program and is completely free for participants who register in advance. To receive personalized advice, please request more information at vip@art-madrid.com or register using the following form:





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