We are arriving at a new era where AI is not just a novelty in art but a genuine partner in the creative process, offering a unique perspective and contributing to art in unexpected ways. For a long time, AI in art felt like a stunt. One more tech party trick: algorithms trained to mimic […]
In the world of contemporary art, the tools artists use are constantly evolving, but the intention behind the art often remains timeless: to tell stories, question power and preserve culture. One of the most powerful examples of this is the work of Kazakh artist Almagul Menlibayeva, whose recent installation uses artificial intelligence to breathe life into […]
The art world of 2025 is witnessing a profound transformation, where traditional boundaries dissolve and new forms of creative expression emerge. From algorithmic critique to sensory-based abstraction, this year's most compelling trends reveal artists grappling with technology, identity, and human connection in unprecedented ways. Here are the five most significant trends shaping contemporary art, embodied […]
Last week, The Guardian revisited “The Thin Black Line,” Lubaina Himid’s landmark 1985 ICA exhibition that showcased Black and Asian women artists confined to a narrow corridor - symbolic of their marginalised status in the art world. Four decades later, the revived show, “Connecting Thin Black Lines 1985‑2025”, celebrates that legacy while spotlighting the persistent […]
Forget gatekeepers. The best way to launch your art career is to stage your own show - in a chip shop, a living room, or a borrowed stairwell. Here's how artists really got started, and how you can too Every artist has a first show. But ask around, and you’ll find that few began in […]
“Getting rich quick is out of the question.” That’s how one new gallerist described today’s art scene in London, according to a recent Financial Times article covering the capital’s emerging gallery owners. These aren’t the flashy, globe-trotting dealers of old. Instead, they’re forging a quieter, more sustainable path - working out of shared studios, converting […]
In today’s art world, visibility is everything - but it no longer comes through a single door. The newest generation of artists doesn’t wait for discovery. They construct it - through bold work, digital fluency, and a refusal to stay in their lane. Three such artists Oscar yi Hou, Sasha Gordon, and Maty Biayenda aren’t […]
In today’s art world, Instagram isn’t just a place to share pretty pictures - it’s your digital front window, your artist statement, your collector network, and your pop-up exhibition all rolled into one. For artists and gallerists using LettsArt, where ownership and direct relationships come first, Instagram is a powerful partner. It’s where discovery begins […]
London’s art world reached a remarkable inflection point in June 2025, as London Gallery Weekend (June 6–8) returned with more ambition, inclusivity, and international weight than ever before. With 126 participating galleries and 15 new additions from across the globe, the event transcended its commercial origins to become a platform for global cultural exchange and […]
The sixth, and final, in our series on the creative tapestry of creators and curators is all about the retired professional artist. After a successful career in the arts, the work doesn’t stop - it evolves. For many retired professional artists, the end of a formal career marks the beginning of a more liberated, fulfilling […]
