Kenny Schachter

Forging a career by challenging the exclusive norms of the art world, Kenny Schachter, an artist, art dealer, curator, writer, and critic, delves into the financial dynamics of the art realm in his endeavors. Occupying the dual role of an insider and outsider within the contemporary art scene, Schachter provides an alternative, unconventional perspective on the art world, having not been schooled in its intricate systems, which include clandestine relationships, pricing strategies, and an atmosphere of silence. Through his artistic expressions, Schachter demystifies the inner workings of the art market, dismantling barriers for those outside its inner circle. Influenced by artists such as Paul Thek and Vito Acconci, Schachter employs humor to amusingly unveil the commendable, objectionable, and unsightly aspects of the art business, as evidenced in works like "The Larry Joke" (2018). Using wit, he directs pointed critiques, undermining the solemnity that the art world often upholds, presenting his observations in an unassuming manner.

Courtesy of Oliver Clatworthy Fine Art