130多场展览、大型活动同期开幕，北京进入5月艺术季

Group 1 - The Beijing Contemporary Art Fair 2025 has commenced, featuring 132 participating institutions from 12 countries and 32 cities, marking the largest art fair in Beijing [1][3] - The event is part of the "Beijing Art Season," which includes Gallery Week Beijing and ART021 BEIJING, aiming to position Beijing as a significant destination on the global art calendar [1][3] - Over 130 exhibitions are taking place across the city, enhancing the local art ecosystem and connecting various art resources [3][4] Group 2 - The fair has attracted notable personalities, including actor Huang Bo, who is showcasing works from his art studio, and actress Zhu Zhu, who has curated a space called "Joyful Home" [4][6] - "Joyful Home" draws inspiration from Edith Wharton's novel, aiming to evoke emotions and connections among visitors in a digital age [6] - The theme of this year's fair is "Concave and Convex," reflecting the diversity and individuality of contemporary art [4][7] Group 3 - The Beijing International Design Week collaborates with the art fair to create a new ecosystem that merges art and design, enhancing cultural consumption [7] - International galleries, such as PSM from Berlin, are participating for the first time, showcasing works that reflect cultural identity and contemporary issues [7][8] - The ART021 BEIJING features significant works from renowned galleries, including pieces from artists like Christo and Anish Kapoor, emphasizing the blend of classic and contemporary art [10][12] Group 4 - The ninth Gallery Week Beijing will run from May 23 to June 1, featuring 30 local galleries and 11 non-profit institutions, with over 50 exhibitions and various social and professional events [12] - The event aims to promote sustainable development of Beijing's art ecosystem by lowering participation barriers and attracting younger galleries [12]