Since 1999, the Affordable Art Fair has brought vibrant, wallet-friendly art to cities across the globe with works priced from £50 to £6,000. More than 100 local and international galleries will be championing a huge range of art, from the miniature to the massive, the vibrant to the subtle. Visitors will be able to browse and purchase art by graduate rising stars and household names alike, as well as soak up the atmosphere of a buzzing art fair.
Recent Graduate Showcase
This year’s highlights include the Recent Graduate Showcase, carefully picked by artist and designer Pascal Anson, who you may know from the BBC’s Big Painting Challenge. This showcase is a great place to snap up some impressive pieces by artists fresh out of art school - and who knows, you might be investing in a future star. Be sure to look out for the work of Zimbabwean-British artist and recent graduate of Goldsmith's College, Bokani Tshidzu whose abstract works examine interconnectedness and climate justice. Photographer Amanda Gordon, also comes highly recommended. Her work transforms the everyday into strange, ambiguous images.
Family Time
For family fun without the crowds, don’t miss family hour from 10am-11am each day at the weekend. Families tickets offer discounted entry and there is an activity pack available from the front desk to help keep the kids entertained.
TAP Galleries, Lauren Baker, You Are Pure Magic, Limited Edition Neon Gloss Varnish. At the Affordable Art Fair
Martin Miller's Gin Masterclasses
For the adults, the Martin Miller's Gin bars will be provide a vibrant environment in which to sample a range of delicious cocktails. The bars have been inspired by surrealist art (the brand's motto is 'from madness to genius'), providing a pleasingly off-the-wall setting in which to celebrate your latest art acquisitions. You will also have the chance to try your hand at a gin masterclass with the assistance of magician Jake Banfield. Taste a range of Martin Miller's gins and learn about the fascinating history of this award-winning brand. For a chance to win a free place on the masterclass, simply book a ticket for the evening of Friday 22 October for 4pm, 5.30pm or 6.30 pm. The competition closes 17 October, find out more here.
Fluid Form, an immersive installation, commissioned by Martin Miller’s Gin, explores the transformative power of water. Created by artists Violeta Maya and Persiis Hajiyanni, the work has been crafted from hand-blown glass and ice, to produce a fluid, constantly-changing sculpture, providing a moment of peace and reflection among the hubbub of the fair.
Affordable Art Fair Battersea Autumn 2021 opening hours:
Wednesday 20 October
Private View, 5.30pm – 9.30pm
Thursday 21 October
General opening, 11am – 5pm
Late View, 5.30pm – 9.30pm
Friday 22 October
General opening, 11am – 9.30pm
Enjoy resident DJs and complimentary refreshments from Nice Drinks at the Friday Late session.
Saturday 23 October
Family Hour, 10 – 11am
General opening, 11am – 6pm
Sunday 24 October
Family Hour, 10 – 11am
General opening, 11am – 6pm
| What | Affordable Art Fair Battersea autumn 2021 |
| Where | Battersea Park, Battersea, SW11 4NJ | MAP |
| Nearest tube | Battersea Park (overground) |
| When |
20 Oct 21 – 24 Oct 21, 12:00 AM |
| Price | £9 + |
| Website | Click here for more details |
