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Artwork by Fin DAC

About

West Contemporary is one of the leading names in the international art consultancy scene. An institution of bespoke art services and an award-winning online gallerist based in the UK, our longevity is built upon a dynamic culture of innovation in our approach, and an unparalleled and personalised customer service, that has allowed us to flourish within our graduation into a consultancy from a near two decades of experience gained previously as a traditional London-based gallery.

 

We represent a wide range of leading contemporary artists, spanning an eclectic mix of medium and genre including but not limited to: sculpture, painting, urban, street, drawing, mixed media, light art and photography. Experienced in exhibitions, art fairs, pop up shows and unique live events, West Contemporary hold three permanent spaces in London and Dubai. As well as private collectors and interior designers, clients include Dubai Opera House, Royal Albert Hall, Candy & Candy, Tom Kerridge, Kerridge’s Bar & Grill, Hotel Café Royal, Corinthia Hotel London, The Stafford London, The Mariners, Padstow and Park Plaza. 

 

At West Contemporary, we deliver a seamless, efficient and knowledgeable service for each and every project, headed by our MD and supported by a team of consultants assembled to meet the high standards we hold ourselves to, and the expectations of our growing, diverse and valued clientele.

West Contemporary Editions is our sister e-commerce gallery, specialising in limited edition artworks and a collection of originals, from emerging and established artists, and including all of the artists on the West Contemporary roster.

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Detail of an artwork by The Connor Brothers - enquire with us about the artful duo.

FOUNDED BY LIAM WEST

West Contemporary was founded by Liam West FRSA, who has worked in the art world for 20 years and was recently honoured to be invited to become a founding member of Goldsmiths’ Centre for Contemporary Art when it launched. Originally conceived as Beautiful Crime Gallery in 2003, we were the world’s first gallery to sell street art originals online. Our sister company Beautiful Crime Agency are now appreciated as one of the UK's leading agencies, connecting brands to audiences through art and innovation.

 

In January 2020, Liam West launched West Contemporary Editions, an e-commerce gallery selling limited editions of works by some of the most popular artists on the modern and contemporary art scene today. Disruptors of an industry, he and his team have developed a reputation as hosts of unique, meticulously planned, press-worthy shows and exhibitions. Some of this press can be seen by scrolling to the bottom of this page.

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Ibiza villa for client, Can Can Designs

WHO WE WORK WITH

We work hard to develop close relationships with artists, partners and collaborators alike and strive to build professional relationships with an honest, transparent and personal touch. This commitment to collaboration ensures our project management is extremely thorough, with an emphasis on creating and leading a two-way dialogue that encourages a smooth process.

 

Although we work extensively with private art collectors, design studios, interior designers, retailers, commercial clients, public institutions and private collectors as listed above – we are always open to working with new clients of all manner in both a b2b and b2c capacity. If unsure, please email us via the form below at your convenience and we can comprehensively discuss your options and plan a project tailored specifically to your requirements.

 

ARTIST MANAGEMENT

Our long term standing in the industry, our professionalism and our supportive nature of working with fine artists facilitates us in building positive working relationships that usually encourages unfettered access to artists, and often allows us a privileged position of being able to secure favourable artworks and positions within an artist’s commission books. This ensures a high level of communication and guidance so that your brief, commission or artwork is executed and delivered on time and with the vision of the client, as we are able to work extremely closely with the artists themselves.

 

SUPPLIERS

We source and work with an incredible set of suppliers, including framers, art installation companies, art shipping logistics specialists and other industry-specific professionals that we enjoy ongoing great relationships with.

 

We take our partnerships very seriously, dedicating time to constantly seek efficient, quality suppliers from around the world to bolster our service to our customers and clients, allowing us to delegate to companies that have the same standards and a commitment to excellence as we do. If you specifically require a framing, installation or shipping job, without purchasing artwork from us originally, we are certainly still able to support you. Please get in touch via the form below.

 


 

OUR Showrooms

With one of our main goals being to challenge how and in what spaces the public can view art, West Contemporary launched a partnership with Tom Kerridge’s restaurants to fuse the experience of art with the experience of fine dining.  We hold regular interchanging exhibitions at both Kerridge's Bar & Grill, London and Bull & Bear, Manchester as our UK based showrooms.

 

To view current exhibitions, please download the pdfs below.

West Contemporary Showrooms In partnership with Tom Kerridge

Kerridge Bar and Grill

Kerridge's Bar & Grill

10 Northumberland Avenue

London

WC2N 5AE

UK

 

Latest art catalogue

Bull and Bear

Bull and Bear Manchester

4 Norfolk Street

Manchester

M2 1DW

UK

 

Latest art catalogue

West Contemporary Showrooms In partnership with The Conran Shop

The Conran Shop

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We are excited to announce a new permanent West Contemporary showspace hidden within The Conran Shop, 81 Fulham Road, Kensington, London SW3 6RD

MORE INFO COMING SOON + catalogue

 

Testimonials

The Mariners

Liam and his team have successfully sourced a wide range of modern art for us, which works really well in our restaurants and rooms.  We wanted artworks that would enhance the individual styles of each of our restaurants, Paul Ainsworth at No6 including Mahe Cookery School and Chef’s Table, The Mariners Public House and Caffè Rojano, as well our boutique hotel, The Padstow Townhouse.  Liam successfully sourced a mixture of luxurious, contemporary and fun artworks, which worked well with each location's eclectic style.  His team have always been great to work with and can deliver to our tight deadlines. We recommend them highly for their ability to identify the essence of a place and enhance its beauty through professionally curated art.


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PRESS

OUR client projects, artists and exhibitions have been featured in extensive press globally.

Check out some examples below

How To Spend It

FT How to spend it

GQ press

GQ

TIME OUT Dubai - The Connor Brothers

Time out Dubai