The Gray Market

The Gray Market aims to support fine artists, art dealers, and professionals in the arts by helping them create lasting careers in an industry where financial discussions are rare, best practices are still emerging, and technology is beginning to make a difference. The mission of The Gray Market is built on four key pillars: 1. To educate readers by shedding light on the economic factors, business practices, and political issues influencing the art world. 2. To assist arts entrepreneurs, including artists, in refining their strategies and narratives to better resonate with their intended audiences. 3. To discover new business avenues beyond the conventional gallery framework and to uncover untapped efficiencies within it. 4. To help clients put these innovative ideas into practice in the real world. Founded by Tim Schneider, who has been part of the fine art sector since 2005, The Gray Market brings a wealth of experience. Before entering art media, Tim managed galleries, curated private and corporate collections, and oversaw the execution of site-specific installations by prominent blue-chip artists. He has also provided consulting services for various projects involving dealers, artists, collectors, and startups, and has offered expert testimony regarding the intricacies of the art market in legal contexts.