We're thrilled to announce that Cohart is partnering with **[Clio Art Fair](https://www.clioartfair.com/)**, the premier "anti-fair" for independent artists in New York City! This collaboration brings together Cohart's innovative technology platform with Clio's established presence in the independent art scene.

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### A Perfect Match

Clio Art Fair has built its reputation as a champion for independent visual artists without exclusive NYC gallery representation. Held bi-annually in New York City, Clio provides crucial visibility and market access to talented artists operating outside traditional gallery systems.

Cohart shares this mission of empowering independent artists. As the next-generation platform for the art world—a seamless blend of vertical software and marketplace—we're creating the tools artists need to thrive in today's digital landscape.

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### What This Partnership Means

Through this collaboration, artists participating in Clio Art Fair will gain access to:

**Streamlined Digital Presence**: Cohart's all-in-one platform will help Clio artists manage their artwork, sales, and collector relationships before, during, and after the fair

**Enhanced Discoverability**: Exposure to Cohart's growing community of collectors and art enthusiasts

**Modern Payment Solutions**: Cohart’s tap-to-pay and QR code systems will facilitate seamless transactions during the fair

**Ongoing Collector Engagement**: Artists can stay connected with buyers beyond the fair through Cohart’s tools—follow-ups, subscriber lists, and direct messaging help turn one-time sales into lasting relationships.

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### Why We're Excited

"The partnership with Clio Art Fair represents a perfect alignment of values," says Kendall Warson, CEO of Cohart. "We both believe in creating more pathways to success for independent artists. By combining Clio's physical exhibition platform with our digital tools, we're building a more accessible and sustainable ecosystem for artists."

This collaboration addresses a critical gap in the art market. With only about 16% of artists having gallery representation, the remaining 84% need better solutions to manage their business and connect with collectors. Together, Cohart and Clio Art Fair are developing innovative approaches to support this underserved majority.

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### For Artists and Collectors

**Artists participating in upcoming Clio Art Fairs will receive**:
- Free access to Cohart's platform
- Special onboarding support
- Featured placement in Cohart's marketplace

**Collectors will benefit from**:
- A more seamless discovery and purchasing experience
- Better ways to stay connected with artists they discover at Clio
- Access to Cohart's AI-powered database for exploring artists' portfolios and career trajectories

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### Join Us

The first collaborative event between **[Cohart](https://www.cohart.com/)** and **[Clio Art Fair](https://www.clioartfair.com/)** will take place at the upcoming fair in New York City • May 1-4, 2025 | May 8-11, 2025 • 528 -532 West 28th St, NY 10001.

_For more information about Cohart's artist platform or to sign up, visit [cohart.com](https://www.cohart.com)._

Cohart × Clio Art Fair Partnership

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