ShContemporary 08 returning for the second year to the spectacular Shanghai Exhibition Center promises to create an intriguing dialogue between the Orient and Occident art scenes. More than 100 world class galleries representing over 20 countries will participate in The Asia Pacific Art Fair - the best galleries from the East will be juxtaposed with the top Western galleries.

"Best of Discovery", a unique curated section featuring over 30 of the most interesting emerging artists from the entire Asia Pacific region, will be presented in a unique museum style sales exhibition to the global audience for the first time, which is a difference from Shanghai Biennale.

SHContemporary 2008 is organised by Bolognafiere(Shanghai) Exhibition Ltd. Lorenzo Rudolf is the fair director. It will open to public from september 11th to september 13th .