Feature: THE BIG PICTURE - Affordable Art Fair, October 21-24, Battersea Park

Published: 14 October 2010

THIS vibrant “Early Bird” by Becky Buchanan is one of thousands of artworks on show at The Affordable Art Fair, which is back next week in Battersea Park with a strong line-up of artworks, activities and workshops, providing visitors with an affordable, cultural and fun-filled extravaganza. 

Paintings, sculpture, photography and original prints galore by hot new stars and household names alike will be exhibited by 120 galleries at the four-day event, with all work priced between £50 and £3,000. 

Firmly established as one of the leading and most popular art fairs in the UK, the relaxed and informal atmosphere of the event never fails to draw in the crowds. To date the fair has welcomed 430,000 visitors in the UK (783,000 globally) who have also spent £73million on art (£123million globally).

Whether it’s for emotional or financial investment, the fair offers a chance to obtain a unique piece of art. 

• The Affordable Art Fair runs from October 21-24 at Battersea Evol­u­­tion, Battersea Park, SW11. Open Thursday 11am-5.30pm and 5.30-9.30pm Late View Drinks Reception; Friday-Sun­day 11am-6pm. Tickets Thursday and Friday £10 in advance, £12 on door; Saturday and Sun­day £12 in advance, £15 on door. Thursday eve­ning £20. Under-16s free; concessions available. Advance sales close on October 18. Tel: 0870 777 2255
or book online at www.affordableartfair.co.uk. The website also has details of a range of workshops and talks.