Links
The following links can help you learn more about Shanghai, contemporary art and other related topics.
About Shanghai:
Shanghaiist.com: A website about living in Shanghai covering everything from bar reviews to local media
reports. Part of the Gothamist group.
Smartshanghai.com: An online magazine about what's happening in Shanghai.
That's Shanghai: That's Shanghai magazine has complete listings of restaurants, bars, and clubs, with
regular stories on local and international figures.
City Weekend: Another local listings magazines with information about Shanghai and Beijing
About contemporary art:
ShanghArt Gallery: ShanghArt Gallery is the oldest gallery in Shanghai dealing with contemporary Chinese
art. They are known for nurturing the careers of the finest talents working in China today.
1918 Art Space: A newcomer to the Shanghai art scene, 1918 Art Space works with both Chinese and
international artists. Their warehouse space hosts regular events and film screenings. They also run an
artist in residency program.
Artinfo.com: An online magazine for contemporary art, featuring stories from around the world. Features
include cultural travel guides for major cities, interviews, images and more.
Artzinechina.com: This online Chinese contemporary arts magazine features bios of major Chinese artist
and art spaces. Regular features include video interviews and an regularly updated art calendar.
Universes-in-Universe: Started by researchers Pay Binder and Gerhard Haupt, this website gives up to date
information about art events and exhibitions around the world. Contact them to sign up for their email
newsletter.
Art Fairs in Asia:
ShContemporary: Shanghai's premier contemporary art fair occurring every year in September.
Dates: September 10 - 13 2009
ArtHK: After only its first year, ArtHK (Hong Kong International Art Fair) is considered one of the top art fairs in
Asia, setting the standard for the rest of the region.
Dates: May 14 - 17 2009
Art Singapore: With a decade long history, Art Singapore has stepped up the game in recent years.
Dates: October 9 -12 2009
Travel:
Turon Travel: Turon Travel, official travel agent for art fairs the world over, has been assisting travelers for
over 25 years. Contact Turon for the best deals on hotels when planning your trip to the best art fairs.
Tour of Jewish Shanghai: Explore the history of Jews in Shanghai and visit important sites, such as the
Jewish ghetto in Hongkou district and the Peace Hotel.
East of the Sun: East of Sun's insider knowledge of Shanghai promises a personalized and memorable
shopping and exploring experience.
Pacific Delight World Tours: Pacific Delight has over thirty years experience bringing visitors all around Asia
with their high end tours.
Gridskipper.com: A website for and about travel, with insiders info about hotels, local haunts, restaurants
and bars.
Miscellaneous:
Designs by HaLo: Based in Shanghai, HaLo specializes in Asian-inspired jewelry.
Mudan Boutique: An online boutique specializing in modern Chinese gifts.
