By Avalon Afriyie & Antonia Day Entertainment 26.03.2024

10 British Artists Whose Work You Can Pick Up for Less Than $1000

Looking to build your art collection? Start with a piece from one of these talented UK artists.

No matter how big or small, how subdued or vibrant, art in its various forms has the ability to completely transform a space. Along with its ability to elevate a home, art plays an important role in self expression.

From wall hangings to ceramic pieces, the demand for art continues to grow, and with this growing demand, comes an increase in talented emerging artists creating pieces to cater to the needs of those who want it.

Below, you’ll find 10 emerging British Artists whose works can adorn the walls and floors of your home for less than $1000.

1. Harlie Briggs

Former art teacher Harlie Briggs is a multidisciplinary artist, utilising various disciplines to hone in on the work of her mind's eye. She’s heavily inspired by intuition, the natural world and the female form. Using whipped acrylic paint and complimentary hues (particularly green and pink), her work bears a resemblance to 19th-century impressionism, albeit with a twenty-first-century flair and a nod to womanhood in its varied forms.

Follow Harlie on Instagram @harliebriggsart_

2. Kelly Jay

Positively playful and decorative, British, Caribbean, and Indian artist Kelly Jay brings colourful vignettes to life with gouache and inks. Her unique style is influenced by her Caribbean and Indian heritage, along with folklore, myths, memories and dreams. Her works can be seen as a contemporary take on ancient storytelling, reviving tales so they're never forgotten.

Follow Kelly on Instagram @kellyjaystudio

3. Emmie Lou

British-Australian artist Emmie Lou, brings to life a quirky abstract universe inspired by her love of vintage French cinema, Italian road trips, Human Design, and Mystical Femininity. Each piece can be seen as a beautifully constructed portal into an imaginary world. These vibrant scenes inject a playful wander into any space they’re placed in, making them the perfect choice for someone after a statement piece.

Follow Emmie on Instagram @emmielouart

4. Liv & Dom

Last year, identical twins Liv and Dom Cave-Sutherland graced our Makers series, where we were warmly welcomed into their charming countryside abode and it was everything you’d expect from the talented duo. Their affinity for folk art and antiques influences their artwork. They marry juxtaposing elements – namely vintage with contemporary and functionality with off-piste elements, particularly when it comes to celebrating the nude form. Case in point – their joy-inducing incense stick holders.

Follow Liv & Dom on Instagram @livanddom

5. Freya Bramble-Carter

Freya’s accolades have been rightly commemorated in the likes of British Vogue’s “Voices for Change” campaign. Having grown up inspired by her father and fellow artist, Chris Brambles, Freya later went on to perfect her craft as a ceramic artist. Boasting a strong affinity to natural elements, she moulds soulful and energetic pieces for the home. Freya’s pieces are hot property, and while there may not always be options under $1000 available, it’s worth keeping an eye on her website or Instagram for new releases and smaller works.

Follow Freya on Instagram @freyabramblecarter

6. Sasha Compton

Hailing from Yorkshire, where she was awarded a scholarship aged fourteen, art has been Sasha’s life's work since her early years. She’s since gone on to study various forms of art – from graphic illustration to ceramic homewares. On her website, you’ll find myriad forms of her exquisite works, lovingly adorned on many textures and textiles – from lino to giclée prints. She’s also available for commissions.

Follow Sasha on Instagram @sashacompton_design

7. Léa Zana

Infused with French heritage, these mesmerising pieces by contemporary lifestyle brand Vaisselle boutique are meticulously handcrafted to deliver a beautifully unique result. These dreamy ceramics have been brought to life by Léa Zana – a fashion-turned-tableware designer with a penchant for eclectic vintage style, who now breathes her unmatched creativity and originality into every piece she creates.

Follow Léa on Instagram @vaisselle.boutique

8. Caitlin McGauley

With a seriously impressive portfolio including illustrations for Ritz Paris, Ralph Lauren, Christian Dior, and Hermès Paris, Caitlin McGauley paints delightful prints available in wallpaper, textiles, and posters. Often depicting soft florals and seasonal fruits, her work evokes a sense of innocent bliss, reminiscent of summer days spent frolicking outside.

Follow Caitlin on Instagram @caitlinmcgauley

9. Ruby Hughes

“Painting about Pasta and wine” are Ruby’s words, although her arsenal far exceeds the realm of tantalising food pairings. Ruby utilises bold brush strokes and tropical hues adorned on cotton-rich canvases, digital prints and silk scarfs if you so wish. Having collaborated with the likes of Maison Cleo and Reco Paris, she’s also recognised in the realm of apparel with wearable artworks, which you can also purchase on her e-commerce site, Sshepaints.

Follow Ruby on Instagram @sshepaints

10. Camilla Jane Gittins

Painting dream-like abstract scenes, Camilla Jane Gittins’ surreal pieces reveal more the longer you look at them. With a range of different landscapes and styles to choose from, her colourful yet balanced pieces tell stories of nature and her surroundings. Fascinated by the depth and magnitude of colours, layers, shapes, perspectives, and patterns in the natural world, Camilla translates this fascination onto the canvas.

Follow Camilla on Instagram @camillajanegittins