“I love the feeling of discovery and I see that often in collectors too. It is part of my DNA but also I am passionate about providing a platform for those outside of the corporate and blue chip bubbles. I believe wholeheartedly in education and the value of youth or the newly educated. I thinks it’s important to support that.” — Zavier Ellis, Owner of CHARLIE SMITH LONDON (London, UK)

"There is nothing like working with younger artists. And when I say young, I mean newer to the market. They can be any age, actually. I love it because I know there is a lot to develop, and they are still continually reincarnating themselves in their practice — a lot of room for growth and potential. I like building careers rather than just maintaining them." — Michael Foley, Owner of Foley Gallery (New York, NY)

In this special VOLTA Voices, we speak to VOLTAs former Co-Founder and Director, Amanda Coulson about how the fairs began and the memorable moments that come as part of art fair life. Amanda has gone on to be the Director of The National Art Gallery of the Bahamas and most recently founded TERN contemporary art gallery.