Another one of Smith's popular creations is Salon Art + Design, one of the only fairs at the time to blend art and functional objects. This fair continues in New York in November.
Throughout the years Smith referred to his shows and fairs as “show business.” He managed over 150 during his lifetime, each enjoying success with dealers and pleasure for attendees. Smith also raised millions of dollars for charities along the way with his pre-show galas. He held degrees from the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania and the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.
Smith’s shows and fairs had a sense of community to them; they acted as social hubs for galleries and clients to reconnect and quickly became essential stops for buyers and sellers alike. Not only did dealers typically make money, but Smith had a gift for bringing recognition to often-overlooked artists, mediums, and styles.
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