High Art, a Parisian gallery known for launching the careers of artists like Lucy Bull and Julien Creuzet, is closing its physical space after 12 years. The gallery announced on Instagram that its last exhibition closed in July and that it will transition toward collaborations, offsite exhibitions, and individual artworks. Founded in 2013 by Romain Chenais, Jason Hwang, and Philippe Joppin, High Art became a tastemaker in Paris's gallery scene, known for its challenging and often unconventional program. Many artists who showed there early, including Rachel Rose, Matt Copson, and Frieda Toranzo Jaeger, later achieved international recognition.
The closure of High Art adds to a growing list of galleries shutting down globally in the past year, including Blum, Clearing, Sperone Westwater, and Galerie Francesca Pia. While the gallery did not specify its reasons, the trend has fueled concerns about the fragile state of the art market. High Art's move away from a permanent space reflects a broader shift in how galleries operate, with some opting for more flexible, project-based models. The gallery's legacy as a launchpad for emerging talent underscores its significance in the contemporary art ecosystem.