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Next Art Chicago 2012: Debut of curatorial focus renews historic fair this spring

CHICAGO, IL.- Next Art Chicago, the newest art fair to emerge from the producers of The Armory Show, will debut a curatorial approach to the traditional fair model this spring. The international fair of contemporary art will breathe new life into the Chicago marketplace through a new core exhibition, and a renewed mission to revitalize the historic fair. Executive Director Staci Boris will lead the curatorial vision, drawing on her 20 years of curatorial experience at the Museum of Contemporary Art, Chicago and Spertus Museum. “The focus of the 2012 edition of Next Art Chicago is the art,” said Ms. Boris. “With our commitment to quality, dialogue, and diversity, we are building a show that is substantial, enduring, and