a new and affordable way to collect art
The Secret Artist is a new project that will offer original artworks by emerging and critically acclaimed artists.
Artists are always working – it’s compulsive for some to keep developing their practice and that means there is a lot of production in studios – early work, studies, explorations, that might never see the light of day.
Secret Artists are free to make available early works from their archives alongside raw, unprocessed and explorative artwork that is an important part of the development of new work.
creative freedom for artists
Anonymity allows artists to offer works from their archives, try out new ideas and to raise funds for a larger more ambitious projects.
Each artwork is sold with a certificate of authenticity with a unique reference number. Secret Artists can choose to waive their anonymity at any time after the sale.
The chance to own a piece of an artist’s studio production is a chance to support and invest in an artist’s career.
how are the artists selected?
We select artists who we know have a critically engaged art practice. Secret Artists have exhibited widely in group exhibitions, have work in private and/or public collections, some have had one or more solo exhibitions with a reputable gallery or public institution and engage with contemporary and art historical ideas.
Only original artworks are included, we do not sell reproductions or prints, unless we are working with artist-printmakers working in short editions.
a fair deal for artists and art lovers
Whether you are buying an artwork for the first time or adding something unique to your existing collection, this is a fantastic opportunity to get your hands on studio production that might not be seen anywhere else.
The Secret Artist is providing artists with a not-for-profit sales platform. UK shipping is included. Overseas buyers can request a quotation for shipping. Secret Artists despatch your artwork direct to your home or office from their studio.
I want to be a Secret Artist, how can I get involved?
If you would like to be a Secret Artist and feel you’d be a good fit as outlined above, please drop us an email.
Please include labelled images of the work you’d like to offer, a short bio and your Instagram.