In the Headline exhibition Men at Work, UK Artists member Peter Lovelock unveils a striking new body of impressionist photography inspired by the mystery and spirit of our woodlands. Using his camera like a paintbrush, Peter layers and abstracts his images to explore nature, memory, and emotion. Read more about his journey, inspirations, and this powerful exhibition in our latest blog post.

A painting comes to life in an artist’s studio and may eventually command attention in a bustling auction room. What unfolds in between is a story of value, desire, and human motivation. Fine art is a product of creativity, but it is also a mirror to reflect culture, impulses, and decisions of those who choose to collect it.
The consumption of fine art does not require any monetary transaction. One can simply view and appreciate a piece without owning it. However, it is ownership that creates the market.
The focus of this article is only on ‘demand’ in the art market. More specifically, the motivations behind the demand. In other words, it would be a brief attempt to explore the question, ‘Why do people buy art?’