Source: The Observer.
Millennial and Gen Z collectors are reshaping the art world through digital platforms, inclusive priorities and intentional acquisitions.
Month: July 2025
Art Basel is searching for a new sweet spot in the art market — will ‘Premiere’ be the answer?
Source: Financial Times.
There aren’t many gaps left to fill in the voracious art market but Art Basel’s latest section for art made in the past five years, called “Premiere”, seems to have hit a sweet spot.
Why the Emerging Art Market Is the Focal Point for Collectors in 2025
Source: MLG Atelier.
The explores the growing shift in the global art market toward emerging artists, highlighting how younger, purpose-driven collectors are fueling demand for fresh talent over blue-chip names. With rising interest in authenticity, accessibility, and socially relevant themes, collectors are increasingly drawn to artists whose work reflects contemporary values and diverse perspectives.
BE OPEN Art: the winners of the Oceania regional competition revealed
BE OPEN Art, an online non-profit gallery set up by Elena Baturina’s humanitarian think-tank BE OPEN, announces the winners of the 2nd stage in this year’s BE OPEN Regional Art, the competition for emerging artists aimed to support those whose art best represents their regional, cultural and ethnic identities, for the third year now.
A New Wave of Global Collectors Impacts the Art Market
Source: Art Business News.
The art market is going through a significant transformation. Traditional art trends shift as a new generation of collectors enters the scene. These collectors are young, global, and driven by new interests and values. This change pushes galleries, artists, and auction houses to rethink their strategies. In this article, we’ll explore how the art market is adapting to meet the needs of this dynamic and diverse group of buyers. From digital platforms to shifting tastes, the art world is excitingly evolving.
Omotoyosi Ogunlende (theKraftzone) has been voted the Artist of the Month (June 2025)
BE OPEN Art is delighted to announce Omotoyosi Ogunlende, known artistically as theKraftzone, as its Artist of the Month for June 2025, selected by public vote from among the talented creatives featured in our online gallery.
Alexis Neumann Named June Winner of ART LIMITLESS Competition
We are proud to announce Alexis Neumann as the June winner of the ART LIMITLESS competition. A multidisciplinary artist, scholar, and curator, Alexis creates powerful interactive installations and mixed media works that explore Disability Studies, Theology, and Intersectionality. Her practice is deeply informed by her lived experience with multiple invisible illnesses, using materials like vinyl, copper wire, and light to challenge perceptions of disability and reveal the richness of embodied life.
Aidan McNeillage Named BE OPEN Art’s Regional Artist of the Month for June
Aidan McNeillage, a New Zealand-born artist, has been announced as BE OPEN Art’s Regional Artist of the Month for June in the Oceania stage of the 2025 competition. Aidan has recently completed his MFA at the Elam School of Fine Arts, University of Auckland. His artistic practice is rooted in exploring themes of identity, memory, and the complexities of familial relationships. Aidan’s work has resonated with the visitors of the BE OPEN online gallery for its emotional depth and conceptual strength.
BE OPEN Art launches the third regional competition of 2025 to support emerging artists of South America
BE OPEN Art, an online gallery established by Elena Baturina’s humanitarian think-tank BE OPEN, continues its initiative BE OPEN Regional Art — a competition created to support emerging artists whose work reflects their regional, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds. Now in its third year, the programme celebrates the diversity and richness of artistic expression across the globe. In 2025, the BE OPEN expert community continues to spotlight artists who authentically represent the artistic traditions of their regions. These selected artists are featured in the BE OPEN Art gallery, offering them greater visibility and recognition.
Summer of Access – Audio Descriptions: Why and How
When it comes to creating inclusive learning experiences, visual accessibility often remains underexplored—especially for users who rely on audio cues to access content. In this focused session from the Summer of Access series, Marni Levett, Accessibility & L&D Specialist, guides designers, educators, and content creators through the essential principles and techniques of audio descriptions.
Inclusive Design: Design for the Whole Population by Jeremy Myerson and John Clarkson
Inclusive Design: Design for the Whole Population by Jeremy Myerson and John Clarkson offers a comprehensive framework for designing products, services, and environments that accommodate the widest possible range of users. Drawing on case studies from companies like Royal Mail, Fiat, and Tesco, the authors explore how inclusive design can be a strategic asset, not just a social obligation. The book connects engineering, design, and user research to show how inclusive thinking benefits businesses, aging populations, and society at large, making a case for universal usability as both ethical and economically smart.
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