Yi Gallery is an art gallery based in Brooklyn, New York that has established itself as an important platform for showcasing emerging and mid-career artists. Founded in 2018 as a nomadic curatorial project, the gallery found a permanent home in Industry City in 2021 and now produces five exhibitions annually [2].
Your partner for fine art services. Request a quote now.
ContactThe gallery’s mission is to provide “an open and well-informed platform for conceptually rigorous and formally inventive projects, prioritizing context and discovery” [2][3]. Guided by the founder’s international experience and interest in interdisciplinary inquiries, Yi Gallery aims to present “a true reflection of the vitality and diversity of contemporary practices today” [2][3].
Through building a nurturing support structure for a focused roster of emerging artists, the gallery’s aesthetically-oriented program fosters ongoing dialogue between local and international artists [2][3]. Some of the artists they have featured include Sun Young Kang, Jenny Rafalson, Botond Részegh, Lilou, GJ Kimsunken, Kate Casanova, Debra Ramsay, and Leah Harper [3].
Located in the vibrant Industry City complex on the Brooklyn waterfront, Yi Gallery’s modestly-sized but light-filled space provides an ideal setting for the gallery’s ambitious exhibition program [4]. Prior to opening the Industry City location, the gallery operated as an itinerant curatorial project, which allowed the founder to “learn, fail, explore and experiment” before establishing a permanent home [2].
In addition to its robust exhibition schedule, Yi Gallery has also participated in several prominent art fairs, including Future Fair, Foundations, Untitled Art Miami Beach, and more [3]. This engagement with the broader art ecosystem helps to further elevate the gallery’s profile and the artists it represents.
As Yi Gallery continues to grow and evolve, it remains committed to its founding mission of providing an open, well-informed, and supportive platform for emerging artists. Through its thoughtful curation, nurturing approach, and active engagement with the local and international art communities, the gallery is making a significant contribution to Brooklyn’s vibrant cultural landscape [2][3].
Citations:
[1] https://www.tripadvisor.com/Attraction_Review-g60827-d27016200-Reviews-Yi_Gallery-Brooklyn_New_York.html
[2] https://www.maakemagazine.com/yi-gallery
[3] https://www.artsy.net/partner/yi-gallery
[4] https://industrycity.com/tenants/yi-gallery/
[5] https://gallery-yi.com