The future of the art world, challenges or opportunities?? Candice Tripp As we welcome a new year of creativity, we also recognise the very real pressures facing the art world right now. The ongoing cost of living crisis has reshaped the landscape for artists and creative professionals, driving up the price of materials, studio spaces, and everyday essentials. For many, simply covering the basics has become an ongoing challenge. Artists are increasingly forced to make tough c

Artists on Artists - Is there a piece of art or artist that changed your life? - Laura Tinald - David Downton Prince by Laura Tinald 'To delve deeper into the artists we showcase, The Connor Contemporary has created a new interview series that uncovers the stories and inspirations behind their work. This month, we’re zeroing in on one powerful question: “Is there a piece of art or an artist that changed your life?” We’ll be sharing their candid responses and exploring how the

Will AI have a negative or positive affect on the world of art?   In this blog, we’re exploring one of the most exciting questions in the art world today: how AI is reshaping the way traditional art is created. AI is already transforming everyday life for billions of people—just look at how tools like ChatGPT are assisting with everything from letters and blog posts to résumés and academic work. Now, we’re seeing the same momentum in the studio. Exceptionally skilled AI artis