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Among our top news stories of 2021 so far, you can learn about contemporary LGBTQ+ artists embracing diversity and celebrating queerness through their art. Alternatively, you can stay up to date with international showcases with reports such as our exhibitions to kick-off a new decade.

10 Must-See Street Art Works

Graphic, humorous, poetic or political, Street Art was born in the streets of Philadelphia in the 1960s. Still subversive today, it's even making its way into galleries, and has definitely found its place on the contemporary art market. Here's a look at the 10 works that can't be ignored.

By Cécile Martet | 14 Aug 2023

Rise Art has acquired French based art platform KAZoART

We are pleased to announce that Rise Art has recently acquired the French online art gallery KAZoART, previously a major player on Europe’s digital art market.

By Rise Art | 08 Aug 2023

2023: In The Spotlight

As the summer solstice dawn turns to dusk, we look back over the year at Rise Art, spotlighting outstanding artists and artworks on the platform from the last six months.

By Sophie Heatley | 21 Jun 2023

Circles and Cycles with Sabrina Brouwers and Taya De La Cruz

Sabrina Brouwers and Taya De La Cruz are both painters, but neither artist limits herself to the standard set of tools for making their work.

By Phin Jennings | 20 Jan 2023

Nelson Makamo Solo Exhibition, London 2022

Nelson Makamo’s first solo exhibition with Rise Art ran from July 22 – August 25 in London’s Fitzrovia. Here, our Curator Phin Jennings reflects on the show.

By Phin Jennings | 14 Dec 2022

The Curator's Wishlist: Emie Diamond Interview

“Art is the culmination of conflict, beauty and the human experience in a form that is tangible.” Curator, critic and writer Emie Diamond shares her wishlist with us.

By Tatty Martin | 09 Jun 2022

Obvious in Hindsight: Lessons learned from six months in NFTs

Our Founder and Director shares his observations and lessons learned from six months in NFTs.

By Scott Phillips | 21 Jan 2022

Curated Collection: The Yayoi Kusama Edit

Discover our curator's latest selection of works that echo elements of Yayoi Kusama's style.

By Rise Art | 27 Oct 2021

Can Art Change the World? Art, Activism and the Environment

We are proud to support WWF’s fight against the climate crisis in their latest campaign, Art For Your World. On October 20th, we will release 3 exclusive limited edition prints from internationally renowned artists Chila Kumari Singh Burman, Heather Phillipson and Bob and Roberta Smith in Support of WWF. In line with the launch, our curator Phin Jennings discusses how we as art world participants can look to our own actions to join a wider conversation about climate change.

By Phin Jennings | 19 Oct 2021

9 Artists Confronting Climate Change

Discover artists involved in environmental movements and how they are responding to the climate crisis.

By Sophie Heatley | 20 Aug 2021