Jeremy Casson - The Art Scene in London, UK

Art is an important part of London's cultural scene and is accessible to all, with approximately 1,500 permanent exhibitions available to enjoy. The majority of these art exhibitions are also free, allowing people with limited budgets to soak in the city's art culture. There is also something to suit all tastes, whether contemporary, classic or modernist. With so much choice available, it can be difficult to know where to start, but art conservators such as Jeremy Casson advise people to tap into their own personal tastes.

1. Jeremy Casson - The Art Scene
in London
Art is an important part of London's cultural scene and is accessible to all, with approximately 1,500 permanent exhibitions
available to enjoy. The majority of these art exhibitions are also free, allowing people with limited budgets to soak in the
city's art culture. There is also something to suit all tastes, whether contemporary, classic or modernist. With so much
choice available, it can be difficult to know where to start, but art conservators such as Jeremy Casson advise people to
tap into their own personal tastes.

2. Contemporary Art Galleries
1
Camden Art Centre
Founded in the 1960s, Camden
Art Centre is renowned for the
quality of its contemporary art
on display.
2
Institute of
Contemporary Arts
Known as the birthplace of pop
art.
3
Goldsmiths Centre for
Contemporary Art
Located in a grade II-listed
Victorian bathhouse, this gallery
is a little off the beaten track.

3. Tate Modern and Other Contemporary
Galleries
Tate Modern
One of London's most renowned
galleries for contemporary art, only
displaying pieces that date from 1900
and after.
Zabludowicz Collection
A newer gallery that provides a
perfect backdrop for modern art,
displayed in a former Methodist
chapel.
Hayward Gallery
Known the world over for its
contemporary art and Brutalist
architecture.

4. Classic Art Galleries
Tate Britain
Takes every visitor on a
journey through the history of
British art.
National Gallery
Features some of history's
most famous artists, from van
Gogh to da Vinci.
Dulwich Picture
Gallery
The longest established art
gallery in the UK, displaying
prominent works by
Rembrandt and Rubens.
Wallace Collection
Well worth a visit for an
equally old selection of
paintings.

5. Art to Broaden Horizons
1
Educate and Broaden the Mind
Art in the 21st century seeks to educate and broaden the
mind. There are certain galleries that push the
boundaries of art and strive to make people think.
2
The Autograph
With many strings to its bow, the Autograph is not just an
art gallery but also a research centre and advocacy
charity. Through the medium of photography, the
Autograph takes visitors on a journey to examine issues
of race and identity.
3
Chisenhale Gallery
Those who love to challenge their own perception of the
world would also be well advised to visit the Chisenhale
Gallery, which – with its constantly changing provision of
new art – always seeks to make people think.

6. Immersive Art
Experiences
1
Embracing Immersive Art
London's art scene also embraces immersive art, and
there are several locations where visitors can soak it up.
2
NOW Gallery
Located in Greenwich, the NOW Gallery hosts three solo
shows per year and combines live art, performance and
music.
3
Unique Experiences
These immersive art experiences offer visitors a chance
to engage with art in new and exciting ways, blurring the
lines between viewer and artwork.

7. Accessibility of Art in
London
Free Exhibitions
The majority of these art exhibitions are free, allowing people with
limited budgets to soak in the city's art culture.
Diverse Offerings
There is something to suit all tastes, whether contemporary, classic or
modernist.
Accessible to All
Art is an important part of London's cultural scene and is accessible to
all, with approximately 1,500 permanent exhibitions available to enjoy.

8. Exploring London's Art
Scene
Gallery Type Examples Key Features
Contemporary Tate Modern,
Camden Art Centre
Modern artworks,
innovative displays
Classic National Gallery,
Tate Britain
Historical
masterpieces,
traditional settings
Thought-Provoking Autograph,
Chisenhale Gallery
Challenging
exhibitions, social
commentary
Immersive NOW Gallery Interactive
experiences,
multimedia art