Zachary Small
Zachary Small is a New York Times reporter covering the art world's relationship to money, politics and technology. He examines the power of artists during a time when their work functions as vehicles for political manifestos, financial speculation and technological revolution. Small also investigates the changing role of museums in the digital age and writes about artists' roles in developing new media such as artificial intelligence and video games. Small started contributing to The Times in 2019 and was hired in 2023. He has worked as a journalist for nearly a decade, previously working in museums and theaters. Before becoming an investigative reporter on stories about sexual misconduct, fraud, forgeries and violence in cultural institutions, he wrote criticism for art publications. Small is committed to upholding the standards of integrity outlined in The Times' Ethical Journalism Handbook and protects his sources while striving to produce accurate and fair reporting. He makes every effort to understand issues from multiple angles by speaking to involved parties and gathering as much information as possible.
71%
The Daily's Verdict
This author has a mixed reputation for journalistic standards. It is advisable to fact-check, scrutinize for bias, and check for conflicts of interest before relying on the author's reporting.
Bias
85%
Examples:
- The author's biases include implying that Brent Sikkema's financial success in the art world could be a motive behind his death and portraying him as influential due to wealth or connections rather than talent.
- The author uses language that may suggest a potential motive behind Sikkema's death, which could be related to his financial success in the art world.
Conflicts of Interest
50%
Examples:
- The article mentions several notable artists who were represented by Sikkema Jenkins but does not provide any context or information about their relationship with him or his gallery.
Contradictions
100%
Examples:
No current examples available.
Deceptions
75%
Examples:
- The article states that Brent Sikkema was found dead with stab wounds to his body after the local Fire Department was called to his apartment in Rio de Janeiro. However, this statement implies that he died from the stab wounds when there is no evidence of foul play mentioned anywhere else in the article.
Recent Articles
Art Market Decline: Christie's Cyberattack Disrupts $1.2-$1.8 Billion Spring Auctions and Affects Buyer-Seller Confidence
Broke On: Friday, 10 May 2024The art market, which reached record-breaking sales during the pandemic, is facing a decline in sales and uncertainty following a cyberattack on Christie's auction house. With confidential data potentially compromised and online bidding unavailable, analysts are uncertain about its impact on buyers and sellers. Despite strong demand from buyers, supply is an issue due to fewer big collections up for sale this season. The average price of artworks sold at auction decreased by 32% in 2023, the largest single-year decline in over seven years. Women artists are finally getting their due with sales up 10% last year to $788m. 
Brent Sikkema, New York Art Dealer Found Dead in Rio de Janeiro Apartment: Police Investigate as Robbery
Broke On: Tuesday, 16 January 2024New York art dealer Brent Sikkema, known for working with Kara Walker and Anohia, was found dead in his Rio de Janeiro apartment on Monday. The Brazilian police are investigating the incident as a robbery. Baldur's Gate 3 and Alan Wake 2 Triumph at The Game Awards 2023
Broke On: Friday, 08 December 2023Baldur's Gate 3 won Game of the Year and several other awards at The Game Awards 2023. Alan Wake 2 won awards for Best Game Direction, Best Narrative, and Best Art Direction. Final Fantasy 16 and Hi-Fi Rush won for Best Score and Music, and Best Audio Design respectively. Neil Newbon, Forza Motorsport, Tchia, and Cyberpunk 2077 were among other winners.