Throughout the week, participating galleries expressed overwhelming appreciation for the quality of collectors, the strength of sales, and the collaborative atmosphere fostered by the fair. Exhibitors praised the leadership of fair owners Tim (CEO) and Dirk von Gal (President), noting the fair's thoughtful organization, welcoming environment, and continued commitment to creating meaningful opportunities for galleries, artists, collectors, and the broader community. Positive feedback also poured in from local cultural organizations, artists, collectors, and members of the international art community, underscoring Intersect Aspen's growing reputation as one of the premier boutique art fairs in the country.

"From a record-setting opening straight through to the strongest final day, this was the most successful art fair we have produced," says Tim von Gal, CEO of Intersect Art + Design. "Highlighted by robust sales, vibrant collector connectivity, highly engaging programming and unparalleled community engagement, the 2026 edition of Intersect Aspen Art + Design Fair set a new benchmark for excellence and impact."

"Stay tuned—we have some great plans for next year," adds von Gal. "My brother, co-owner and President of Intersect Art + Design, Dirk von Gal, and I are so grateful to this community for how it has embraced our core values and our efforts to create a place where people can find what they love—visually and in spirit—in a beautiful, spacious and welcoming environment that highlights exceptional art and thought-provoking programming."

Intersect Aspen Art + Design Fair continues to strengthen its role as a cornerstone of Aspen Art Week, bringing together leading galleries, celebrated artists, passionate collectors, and the broader community in a setting that celebrates creativity, discovery, and meaningful cultural exchange.

RECORD SALES REPORT HIGHLIGHTS: 
Below is a highlighted list of initial sales reports from the fair - which includes the following successes from the show floor - HOWEVER, much of the sales information is still being compiled and can be shared as needed by the press. 

Timothy Yarger Fine Art returned to Intersect Aspen this year, and welcomed many of their loyal collectors. The gallery placed a number of works by artists Mads Christensen and Pancho Luna. The gallery introduced three important artists to Aspen for the first time including sculptor Caroline PM Jones (known for her monumental ceramics) and Robert Bristow, whose remarkable large scale wooden sculptures were admired by many collectors. Following exhibitions in London, Shanghai and Singapore the gallery premiered Tim Irani paintings in Aspen as well. 

iustitia Fine Arts placed a Bob Hest, "Cookie and a Friend" oil on canvas to a private collector; Bob Hest, "Mysterious" oil on panel; Candy Le Seuer "On the Edge of a Dream" oil on canvas to a private collector and a Jaq Belcher, unknown paper structure to a private collector.

Corridor Contemporary placed four Yigal Ozeri paintings including Quiet Toast, 2026; 

Sunday Lunch, 2026; Moving West, 2026; and Wander Worn, 2026 to collectors from New York, Aspen and Detroit respectively. 

Echo Fine Arts placed ten works from Dean West’s American West Series and two Bas Meeuws photos found a new home. 

Hilton Contemporary placed eight pieces by Jacob Gils, five by Cristina Mittermiere, and three by Intersect Aspen 2026 Artist Award recipient Paul Nicklen. Hilton Contemporary, who also represents Carole Fuereman, has secured two commissions of her work from the fair (one lifesize and one monumental). Hilton Contemporary also has had significant interest in Fuereman’s 17 foot tall sculpture “The Golden Mean”, which was installed in Lower Gondola Plaza at the base of Aspen Mountain on Sunday, July 26 in cultural partnership with The Nell. The sculpture has been such a place of gathering and conversation since it was installed; therefore it will remain on display at the base of Aspen Mountain indefinitely. “The Golden Mean” traveled to Aspen from Paris, where it was on display under the Eiffel Tower during the 2024 Olympics. 

Maybaum Gallery had a very successful fair placing many works with collectors, including artwork in Art For ACF; which donated 15 percent of proceeds to Aspen Community Foundation, Intersect Aspen’s primary beneficiary and cultural partner. 

Casterline|Goodman Gallery’s work found many new homes during Intersect Aspen including work from Lisa Kinzelberg. 

A fourth generation Colorado born artist, Topher Straus, who joined the fair as a part of the Colorado Connection, presented by Red Brick Center for the Arts, and whose artwork is so strongly represents and honors the beauty of Colorado, sold a work of the Maroon Bells to a collector on the 150th Anniversary of Colorado on “Colorado Day”, August 1, 2026.

Aspen based artist, Whit Boucher, who joined the fair as a part of the Colorado Connection, presented by Red Brick Center for the Arts, placed work with a collector from Golden, Colo.

During the Opening Day VIP preview Candice Taylor Fine Arts sold a Claire Cusack table sculpture and a Lisa Hester Wilder Luxe Art Hand Bag. The gallery also sold a Cybele Rowe, which was acquired from a collector in Florida. 

UNPRECEDENTED PROGRAMMING LINE-UP WITH 15 PROGRAMS:
Intersect Aspen Art + Design Fair included nine programs at the Intersect Aspen venue located at the 16,000 square foot Aspen Ice Garden and six at iconic cultural locations around Aspen including: Aspen Art Museum, a Private Home Tour in partnership with the Aspen Art Museum, Resnick Center for Herbert Bayer Studies, Red Brick Center for the Arts / Aspen Public Art, Aspen Film and Ajax Tavern.Highlights included artist Paula Crown premiering new work at Intersect Aspen and joining Sarah Arison, President of the Board of Trustees of The Museum of Modern Art, for the fair’s closing conversation on the transformative power of art. The discussion took place the day after Arison co-chaired the Aspen Art Museum’s ArtCrush Gala, which raised more than $4 million in support of the museum. 

Carole Fuereman unveiled her sculpture “The Golden Mean” at the base of Aspen Mountain in a cultural partnership with The Nell, which traveled from under the Eiffel Tower in Paris to Aspen as a public art display in collaboration with Hilton Contemporary and Intersect Aspen. Fuereman hosted a talk at the base of Aspen Mountain for “The Golden Mean” and an additional sculpture “Christina”, which was also displayed during Art Week next to Ajax Tavern.

Additional highlights included Intersect Aspen’s 2026 Artist Award-Winning photographer Paul Nicklen with Ann Mullins discussing The Art of Our Natural World; additionally Intersect Aspen Artist 2026 Award recipient Jay Kelly, represented by Axiom Contemporary was joined in conversation with Cristina Mittermeier and Paul Nicklen. Sarah Roy, Executive Director of Red Brick Center for the Arts, moderated The Colorado Connection with Whit Boucher, Kinga Czerska, John Doyle and Topher Straus; photographer Norm Clasen had a sold out conversation with Carrie Scott, founder of Seen Art, which explored photography, storytelling and the American West. Artist Brandon Ralph, represented by Melissa Morgan Fine Art, joined Geoff Hanson, Arts & Culture Editor of the Aspen Daily News, to discuss his acclaimed moon-landing series and iconic American flag works; Peter Waanders, CEO of Anderson Ranch Arts Center, and photography historian Rupert Jenkins examined Aspen’s enduring influence on the history of photography. Time and Other Materials made its Aspen premiere at the Isis Theatre in partnership with Aspen Film, followed by a Q&A with filmmaker Amie Knox and featured film subject artists Stacey Steers, Ana María Hernando, Kim Dickey, Martha Russo and Rebecca DiDomenico, moderated by Peter Waanders. 

Exclusive experiences included a private home tour presented in partnership with the Aspen Art Museum, guided visits to the Resnick Center for Herbert Bayer Studies and Red Brick Center for the Arts; and architect Leo Marmol, FAIA, co-founder of Marmol Radziner, presenting Work in Progress: The Practice of Return, a conversation exploring architecture, art and the enduring value of craftsmanship in contemporary creative practice

The Art for ACF auction had multiple sales with 15 percent of the proceeds going to Aspen Community Foundation. The auction will continue online at www.intersectaspen.com. 

Intersect Aspen Art + Design Fair will announce 2027 dates shortly.

Intersect Palm Springs Art + Design dates are set for February 11-15, 2027 and a few exhibition spaces still remain. 

Intersect Aspen would like to thank all of the following partners:

VIP Opening Preview & Reception Sponsor:
Treadwell

Official Sponsors:
Jose Cuervo Reserva de la Familia
Stranahan's American Single Malt Whiskey
Aperol

Primary Beneficiary Cultural Partner:
Aspen Community Foundation 

Cultural Partners: 
Anderson Ranch Arts Center 
Aspen Art Museum 
Aspen Chamber Resort AssociationAspen Community Foundation
Aspen Film
Jazz Aspen Snowmass 
Powers Art Center
Red Brick Center for the Arts / Aspen Public Art
Resnick Center for Herbert Bayer Studies
Snowmass Mountain Club 
TACAW

Media Partners:
Artnet
Art & Object 
Aspen Daily News 
Aspen Sojourner
Modern Luxury - ASPEN Magazine
The Aspen Times

Intersect Aspen Art + Design Fair looks forward to another year of progressive programming and welcoming both guests and locals to Aspen to experience the town’s signature art and design fair. For more information, please visit www.IntersectAspen.com. 

Media contact: 
Meredith McKee 
meredithbrettco@gmail.com
303-641-3674

About Intersect Art + Design:
Intersect Art + Design produces cultural events that connect galleries with art lovers and collectors, highlighting art and design locally, regionally, and globally. Presented by Tim von Gal (CEO) and Dirk von Gal (President & COO), the Intersect team is committed to building community and connectivity in the locations of the fairs. Through cultural partners, programming, and curatorial vision, Intersect offers year-round opportunities for dialogue, engagement, and inspiration. 

Intersect Aspen Art + Design Fair is an annual art and culture event taking place each August in the heart of one of the nation’s most prestigious collector communities. Formerly known as Art Aspen, it has been running since 2010. 

Intersect Palm Springs Art + Design Fair takes place in February and presents modern and contemporary art and design. Formerly known as Art Palm Springs, it has been running since 2012.

Visit the website at IntersectFairs.com and follow along on social media @IntersectArtandDesign. 

About Tim and Dirk von Gal, owners of Intersect Aspen Art + Design:
In 2021, Tim and Dirk von Gal relaunched Aspen’s annual art fair, Art Aspen, as Intersect Aspen Art + Design Fair. The brothers are from Connecticut and now reside in Georgia. Both have a deep affinity for Aspen. Dirk worked as an Aspen ski instructor in the 1990s and Tim has been a long-time visitor to Aspen. When they were presented with the opportunity to relaunch the summer art event, they were honored to take on the project and have since given the fair new life and energy while expanding its programming