Goodman Gallery has restructured its operations, cutting staff, reducing its artist roster from 50 to 40 artists, and scaling back its participation in art fairs. At the same time, it has launched a digital platform featuring a monthly screening programme called Goodman Screenings and a quarterly curated series named South South, whose inaugural edition in July is curated by Dr. Zoé Whitley. Founded in Johannesburg in 1966 by Linda Givon during apartheid, the gallery expanded under owner and director Liza Essers, who took over in 2008, opening spaces in Cape Town, London, and New York. Its roster includes prominent artists William Kentridge, El Anatsui, and Carrie Mae Weems.
The restructuring reflects broader challenges in the art market, including subdued conditions at international fairs and rising costs that have eroded profits. By launching a digital platform, Goodman Gallery is adapting to changing market dynamics and seeking new ways to engage audiences and collectors beyond traditional fair participation. This move signals a strategic shift for a major South African gallery as it navigates economic pressures while maintaining its commitment to representing leading contemporary artists.