There has always been synergy between fashion and contemporary art. Art has been a consistent source of inspiration for designers. Today, the fashion industry is the most significant promoter and supporter of contemporary art. Marc Jacobs was the first to popularize Stephen Sprouse's graffiti tag on Louis Vuitton's monogrammed bags for the luxury market. The collaboration between KAWS and Uniqlo reached a global audience, and made the artist a household name. This discussion aims to elaborate on the relationship between art and fashion by inviting two artists who have collaborated with fashion houses as well as the Editorial Director of Luxina, an online luxury lifestyle publication, to reflect on the fast-paced, constantly evolving fashion industry.

Leading gallerists will discuss their beginnings and what excites them about Indonesian art. The discussion will also aim to shed light on the commercial gallery’s role in the art community. For example, who is buying art today, and how do galleries generate and maintain relationships with collectors? How do galleries influence the direction of art practices in Indonesia, and how do they support art and artists? How have galleries contributed to the development of a distinct and competitive image of Indonesian art on the international market? This discussion aims to offer a view of the gallery ecosystem, and dialogue on the key challenges and opportunities facing the sector today.

Blockchain technology has the potential to revolutionize the way we think about ownership and copyright in the art world. While NFTs have brought about new possibilities for artists and collectors, questions about ownership and authenticity remain. For example, what do you 'own' when you acquire an NFT? How is the authenticity of a work determined, and who owns the copyright? Are transactions truly permanent on the blockchain? As the Web3 ecosystem continues to evolve, it presents both opportunities and challenges for galleries, artists, and collectors to navigate.