Global context · 2 October 2026

Untitled Art, Houston Brings Together 98 Galleries in Its Second Edition

The second edition of Untitled Art, Houston, held at the George R. Brown Convention Center, featured 98 galleries, showcasing a strong presence of Texas-based exhibitors and attracting international participants.

Untitled Art, Houston took place until 4 October 2026 at the George R. Brown Convention Center, marking its second edition with an 11% increase in exhibitors compared to its inaugural event. This year, 98 galleries participated, reflecting the fair’s growing appeal.

Approximately one fifth of the exhibitors were from Texas, with Houston galleries notably well represented. Returning local galleries included established names such as Inman Gallery, McClain Gallery, Moody Gallery, and Sicardi Ayers Bacino. Alongside these were younger Houston galleries like Laura (the gallery) and Seven Sisters, as well as Martha’s from Austin. All five Dallas-based galleries that participated last year did not take part this year.

The fair also attracted prominent international galleries, including Kaufmann Repetto, which operates in New York and Milan and shared a stand with Anton Kern Gallery, and Nara Roesler, with locations in New York, Rio de Janeiro, and São Paulo. This mix of local and global participants contributed to a diverse exhibition.

Sales during the VIP preview on 1 October highlighted the market interest in artists connected to Texas. Moody Gallery sold Mary McCleary’s Earth Felt the Wound for $80,000, while McClain Gallery sold Dorothy Hood’s Tixo in the Morning for $95,000 to a new local collector. Richard Saltoun Gallery, with spaces in London, New York, and Rome, sold works by Bea Scaccia priced between $15,000 and $40,000 to both new and international clients. Los Angeles-based galleries Megan Mulrooney and Feia reported selling out their stands during the preview, with other galleries like Laura (the gallery), PFA Gallery from Washington, DC, Tulsa Artist Fellowship, and Night Gallery nearing sell-outs.

The event benefited from a new floor plan at the convention centre, which improved visitor flow and made the fair feel more open despite the increased number of exhibitors. Houston’s unique environment, characterised by a lack of comprehensive citywide zoning laws, offers artists affordable space to work and experiment. This has allowed studios and DIY art spaces to flourish in unconventional locations such as warehouses and strip malls.

Houston’s energy wealth has historically influenced its collecting community, with notable collectors attending the VIP opening. The fair also showcased a range of artistic practices, from Raina Lee’s painted ceramic postcards to Emily Peacock’s diaristic photography, reflecting the city’s vibrant and diverse creative scene.

Why it matters

Untitled Art, Houston’s second edition demonstrates the city’s growing importance as a supportive environment for artists and galleries. The fair’s expansion and the strong representation of local galleries highlight Houston’s unique position in the American art landscape, offering affordable space and fostering a thriving artistic community. For collectors and art enthusiasts, the event provides access to a wide range of contemporary works, including those by artists with deep Texas connections and international appeal.

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