Spectrum Indian Wells Art Show Debuts

Brand new four-day art event with cutting-edge artwork, entertainment, and special performances. Coincides with BNP Paribas Open Tennis Tournament

By Angela Romeo

We live in an area of diversity. That is well reflected in our art. The Coachella Valley hosts many events – from Coachella Fest to Palm Springs Fine Art Fair to Modernism Week to Tachevah. We are home to internationally recognized galleries and museums. It should be no surprise that Eric Smith of Redwood Media Group would bring a new event, Spectrum Indian Wells, to us.

Eric Smith has been instrumental in producing art shows across the country. From New York to Miami, to Santa Fe to San Diego, Eric oversees all creative aspects and production of Redwood Media Group. RMG produces Artexpo New York, SOLO, among other shows.  Previously, Eric served as Vice President of Summit Business Media, the leading worldwide producer of art shows and art-related trade publications including Artexpo Las Vegas, Art Miami, Art Business News, DÉCOR, and Volume magazines. A true art insider, Smith’s expertise ranges from buying and selling art to framing and hanging, as well as navigating the auction world.

With over 20 years of experience, Eric is a leading expert on the art market. “What makes Spectrum Indian Wells unique is combination of art, tennis and the people who love both! This is the perfect storm and we have the perfect venue to weather it.”

Together with presenting sponsor UBS Financial Services, Spectrum Indian Wells will bring 45 galleries and career artists to the Renaissance Hotel Ballroom.  Spectrum Indian Wells will run from Thursday, March 17 to Sunday, March 20, 2016. This event coincides with the final weekend of the renowned BNP Paribas Open, which drew over 456,000 tennis fans from around the world last year. “Spectrum Indian Wells adds to the richness of that experience – tennis and the Coachella Valley,” noted Eric.

The theme for Spectrum Indian Wells is: A vast landscape of artistic imaginings. Against an expansive desert backdrop, world-class artists and galleries pursue the pinnacle of creative vision. “This is truly an event and positioned to become an iconic art happening. In addition to the artwork, there will be lectures, music and of courses large screen TVs so no one has to choose between tennis and art! I am an avid tennis player and great fan of the BNP Paribas Open. I would not ever wish to choose one over the other!” joked Eric.

“These four days are an opportunity for collectors to take in the best the art world has to offer. We have galleries from Palm Desert to the UK. We have career artists, who without traditional gallery representation have carved a space in the art world. This is not the venue to find hobbyists, this is true artwork from true artists.”

“Gregg Albrachct and Jim Martin are two career artists joining Spectrum Indian Wells. Both men create beautiful haunting work – Gregg in photography and Jim in sculpture.  Their work will be accessible to all who come through our doors. This is also an opportunity for collectors to meet the artists and discover more about their work.”

“Spectrum Indian Wells is a boutique show, of that I have no doubt. I am no stranger to that art world. My team and I have brought together an eclectic interesting group of artists. I expect that those visiting Spectrum Indian Wells will not be disappointed.  With mediums ranging from paintings and photography to sculpture, glassworks, and more, it will be difficult for anyone to find a better representation of art in the Coachella Valley. I live here and could not image bringing anything but the best to my back yard.”

Spectrum Indian Wells will take place at the Renaissance Indian Wells Resort & Spa, a few miles from the Indian Wells Tennis. Presenting sponsor UBS Financial Services will also sponsor a lavish VIP lounge, providing tournament attendees and clients a place to relax and rest.

Tickets for Spectrum Indian Wells Opening Night Preview are priced at $50 online and $60 at the door. General Admission tickets are $20 online and $30 at the door. Free General Admission will be granted to anyone with a ticket to the BNP Paribas Open. For more information on Spectrum Indian Wells, please visit www.spectrum-indianwells.com.

SHOW HOURS:

Opening Night Preview

Thursday, March 17, 2016 | 5 p.m. – 9 p.m.

Open Show Days:

Friday, March 18, 2016 | 12 p.m. – 7 p.m.

Saturday, March 19, 2016 | 12 p.m. – 7 p.m.

Sunday, March 20, 2016 | 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.

VENUE:

Renaissance Indian Wells Resort & Spa

44400 Indian Wells Lane

Indian Wells, CA 92210

ADMISSION COST:

Trade and Press: Free with pre-registration

VIP Opening Night: $50 online | $60 at event

VIP Opening Night plus 3 Day Pass: $75 online| $85 at event

General Public: One-day pass $20 online | $30 at event

Three-day pass $25 online | $35 at event

Student/Senior: One-day pass $10 online | $15 at event

Three-day pass $15 online | $20 at event

Children (up to age 15): Free