“I love art dealers. In some ways, they're my favorite people in the art world. Really. I love that they put their money where their taste is, create their own aesthetic universes, support artists, employ people, and do all of this while letting us see art for free. Many are visionaries.”

American art critic and journalist, 1958–present Saltz is best known for his incisive writing on contemporary art, particularly his coverage of emerging and established artists in publications like *New York Magazine* and *Vogue*. His work bridges high and popular culture, offering sharp, accessible critiques of visual art and its broader cultural significance.