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The Art Daddy

The Art Daddy is a cultural critic chronicling the art world with a mix of sharp analysis and irreverent humor. Her writing cuts through the noise of fairs, galleries, and market spectacle, offering a fresh, critical lens on contemporary culture. IRL, she has written for Artnet, ARTnews and The Art Newspaper, among other publications, covering a wide range of topics.

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