'Stopping while ahead': London gallery Sid Motion to shut after a decade
Eponymous founder says she is winding up "while the programme and finances are still intact"
Sid Motion Gallery, a South London establishment that has spent the past decade supporting emerging and mid-career artists, will close this autumn. Founder Sid Motion announced that the business, which she established in 2016, is winding up while the programme and finances are still in place. "My heart is full when I think of the conversations and connections that the gallery has facilitated over the years," Motion said.
The gallery's final exhibition, That Which Appears, opens on September 18 and runs until October 31. This closure comes at a time of adjustment for London's commercial gallery scene, as dealers grapple with economic challenges. Smaller and mid-sized galleries are especially affected by slower markets, higher operating costs, and changing collecting patterns.
Motion emphasized that her decision prioritizes her artists' best interests, stating that the gallery is no longer in a position to fully support their potential. Despite this, she remains committed to their success, expressing that she will remain an advocate for the artists in their future endeavors. The gallery, founded from a low-cost model, has faced increasing financial difficulties over the past 18 months.
Motion's decision to close the gallery underscores the evolving landscape of the art market and the need for galleries to adapt to changing conditions.
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