Chris Erik Thomas has been appointed as the new editor of The Art Newspaper, taking over the role from previous editor Ben Luke. Thomas brings extensive experience in arts journalism, having previously served as an editor at Artsy and as a contributor to publications including The New York Times and Artforum. His appointment marks a leadership change at one of the art world's most influential trade publications.
This matters because The Art Newspaper is a key source of daily news, analysis, and criticism for the global art community. A change in editorial leadership can signal shifts in coverage priorities, tone, and the publication's role in shaping discourse around art market trends, institutional politics, and cultural policy. Thomas's background in digital and international arts reporting suggests a continued focus on global art news and online engagement.