Inside the Macedonia Institute: The Art Residency Shaping Contemporary Art

In this episode of Primary Market, Topper Luciani sits down with Aidan Thomas and Devora Kaye, founders of the Macedonia Institute, one of the most unique and influential artist residencies in the U.S.They share how a chance upstate house purchase turned into a decade-long project hosting over 150 artists, building a print studio, fostering community, and creating a pressure-free environment for experimentation. We also dive into the realities of the contemporary art market, life as collectors, and what it truly takes to support artists today.If you’re interested in artist residencies, emerging artists, collecting, or the future of contemporary art, this conversation is a must-watch.#artresidency #macedoniainstitute #contemporaryart #primarymarket #artcollecting #studiovisi This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit primarymarket.substack.com