Who is Gottfried Eisenberger? A Curator, Art Fair Expert, and Cultural Innovator Driving Global Impact

Gottfried Eisenberger is not your typical curator. Known internationally as The Art Fair Guy, he is a visionary force behind some of the most exciting developments in the global art world—where art meets strategy, innovation, and large-scale exhibition experiences. With over 40 curated exhibitions across Europe, the Middle East, and beyond, Eisenberger is redefining how art is presented, experienced, and remembered.

What Does Gottfried Eisenberger Do?

Eisenberger is an internationally active:

  • Curator of major art fairs and exhibitions

  • Founder and CEO of the art-tech platform scan.art

  • Creative strategist and consultant for artists, galleries, and exhibition organizers

  • Co-founder of the award-winning exhibition series View From Above

  • Public speaker and advisor at global cultural conferences

  • Cultural entrepreneur and tech innovator in the art world

International Art Fair Curator

Gottfried Eisenberger has curated exhibitions and represented artists at:

  • World Art Dubai (Curator since 2021)

  • World Art Saudi (Curator and strategic advisor)

  • Florence Biennale (Member of the Advisory Board)

  • Salzburg International Art Fair, Art Austria, Graz Art Week and Art at the Park Vienna

  • Dozens of independent art fairs, pop-up galleries, and institutional exhibitions in over 21 countries

He’s not just choosing artworks—he’s shaping entire visitor experiences, from concept to execution.

Founder of scan.art – Adding a (useful) digital aspect to physical exhibitions

Eisenberger founded scan.art (formerly fynd.art), a leading SaaS platform for art fair organizers and galleries that enables:

  • AI-powered artwork recognition and digital guides

  • Seamless mobile experiences for visitors

  • Real-time engagement data for galleries and artists

  • Over 1.1 million scanned artworks and 77,000+ users globally

scan.art is now used at major art fairs and museum-style exhibitions around the world and is transforming how audiences interact with art.

View From Above – A Museum-Quality Touring Exhibition

As a creative mind and co-producer, Eisenberger launched View From Above, a large-scale photography exhibition featuring original images taken by NASA astronaut Terry Virts. The show:

  • Combines art, space exploration, and education

  • Includes an exclusive audio guide narrated by the astronaut himself

  • Has already been exhibited in Graz and Augsburg, with new stops in Vienna, Munich, and the Middle East planned

  • Uses professional Exhibition infrastructure, immersive storytelling, and modular design to adapt to any venue

This project positions Eisenberger as a cultural producer with museum-level execution and vision.

Founder of the scan.art Emerging Artist Prize

To support the next generation of artists, Gottfried Eisenberger launched the scan.art Emerging Artist Prize, featuring:

  • Over 2,000 artist applications in 2024

  • A professionally curated finalist exhibition at Bakerhouse Gallery

  • Works from artists in 20+ countries across painting, drawing, mixed media, and photography

  • Strategic partnerships with Red Bull, Jägermeister, and global sponsors

This initiative builds bridges between emerging talent and collectors, and elevates careers through exposure, recognition, and visibility.

Speaker, Strategist, and Advisor

Eisenberger regularly appears as a speaker and thought leader at conferences such as:

  • LEARN Conference 2024 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

  • Art- and tech-focused panels on digital transformation, exhibition innovation, and the future of cultural engagement

He also advises institutions on:

  • Exhibition development

  • Artist discovery

  • Cultural tourism

  • Digital strategies in the arts

What Makes Gottfried Eisenberger Unique?

  • A rare combination of curator and entrepreneur

  • Operates at the intersection of art, business, and technology

  • Creates real-world platforms for artists to succeed—not just theory

  • Builds high-quality cultural experiences that drive ticket sales, media visibility, and brand impact

  • Values authentic storytelling and professional infrastructure

Work With Gottfried Eisenberger

Through The Art Fair Guy, Eisenberger offers:

  • Artist consultancy & exhibition placement

  • Curatorial services for fairs, galleries, and companies

  • Sponsorship and partnership development

  • Turnkey exhibition solutions through his initiative Ready to Show Art

  • Strategic content and SEO campaigns for cultural brands

Whether you’re an artist, fair organizer, cultural institution, or brand seeking visibility through art—Gottfried Eisenberger is the expert to call.

Gottfried Eisenberger has become one of the most active and influential figures in today’s art ecosystem. He merges creative vision with executional excellence and global cultural fluency. With his work spanning three continents, he is a true driver of innovation in the art world.

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