Our Battersea Spring fair is just around the corner, and it’s packed with fresh exciting new artworks for spring! Discover the full programme below.
OVER 100 GALLERIES FROM AROUND THE WORLD
With 113 exhibitors joining us from all over the globe, and 1,000s of affordable finds, there’s a world of contemporary art waiting for you to discover. From fair favourites like TAG Fine Art (showing campaign artist Lawrie Hutcheon) to the 9 new galleries making their Affordable Art Fair debut, there’s something to suit every taste.
International Women’s Day: Constructed Identities
Bringing together a diverse selection of women artists from around the world, this exhibition explores the construction and dismantling of feminine identities through portraiture and symbolism to abstraction, featuring the work of Magdalena Morey, Gee Gee Collins, Anna Sudbina, Jess Quinn and more. You can hear from selected artists in the exhibition in our Afternoon Talks – scroll down to learn more.
Head to the Art After Dark Lates on Thursday 7 and Friday 8 March for the perfect way to celebrate International Women’s Day with friends. Enjoy drop-in Feminist Collage workshops, themed cocktails, female DJs and more…
Grab your friends, grab your tickets, and enjoy! Lates are 18+ only.
Art is in the air this spring
(Quite literally in this case) Discover exciting new works which transport us to the skies, from campaign artist Lawrie Hutcheon’s colourful lenticular artworks inspired by cloud formations to a monumental installation by Argentinian artist Alejandro Propato. Titled ‘Flight’, the installation will be suspended in the fair’s entrance hall and takes the abstracted form of a starling in flight.
Curated Displays
In need of a home refresh? Inspire your art search with trending artworks for spring in our Spring Renewal and Pantone Colour of the Year: Peach Fuzz displays, which explore the calming qualities of serene peach colours, turquoise and deep greens. And for savvy art hunters, we’ve curated some of our favourite pieces under £500 and under £1,000 in special displays – you could say we’ve done the hard work for you.
Celebrating 25 years of democratising the art world
2024 is kind of a big year for us – we’re turning 25! And to celebrate, we’ve commissioned a limited edition print from bestselling artist Nadia Attura, which pays homage to our first ever home in Battersea Park. The print will be available throughout 2024 at all our London fairs, or you can buy online. Read more about it here.
Nadia Attura is represented by Will’s Art Warehouse, the gallery of our founder and CEO Will Ramsay.
Afternoon Art Tours
Delve deeper into art with our programme of tours, featuring a host of inspiring female artists and interior designer Nicki Bamford-Bowes. These are free, walking tours. First-come, first-served.
Tour with Interior Designer Nicki Bamford-Bowes
Women Artists Tour
Meet at the info desk
Thursday 7 March, 2pm
Join the star of hit BBC series Interior Design Masters, as she shares her highlight artworks from the fair, along with top tips for buying art for interior design projects.
Meet at International Women’s Day exhibition
Friday 8 March, 2pm
Hear from a panel of female artists featured in the IWD Exhibition: Constructed Identities, as we explore more of their work, creative practice, and inspiration.
Delicious Food & Drink
Hunting for art is thirsty work, so be sure to stop off at our fair bars and cafes for a pitstop, from our fully stocked Central Bar to a fantastic variety of delicious food. Enjoy freshly made Moroccan dishes, noodles, wood-fired pizzas, and healthy salads and wraps from our food trucks and cafes. There’s something to satisfy every appetite!
Arty fun for all the family
Introduce your little ones to the wonder of art with family hour on the weekend from 11am – 12pm Saturday and Sunday, with face-painting and arty activity packs! Plus, children aged 7 – 12 can enjoy The Little Grand Tour; a fun-filled, 45 minute tour of the fair exploring popular art movements and artist techniques, led by art history wizards! Simply book The Little Grand Tour as an added extra when booking for family hour slots. Tickets are £20 per child, and places are limited, so book early to avoid missing out.
FAIR CHARITY: COUNTERPOINTS ARTS
Counterpoints Arts is a leading charity in the field of arts, migration and cultural change. They will be showcasing work by leading UK based refugee and migrant artists at the fair, with all work available for sale. Counterpoints produce a range of programmes in the UK and internationally, including Refugee Week. Their mission is to support and produce art by and about migrants and refugees, seeking to ensure that their contributions are recognised and welcomed within British arts, history and culture. You can support their work with an optional £5 donation when buying your ticket online, or by visiting the Counterpoints Arts stand at the fair.
Affordable Art Fair Battersea Spring runs from 6 – 10 March (Private View 6 March). We can’t wait to welcome you along – make sure to grab your tickets online and save.