Battersea Contemporary Art Fair

At Battersea Arts Centre, London, May 16-18, 2008

January 24, 2008 - Press Dispensary - Battersea Contemporary Art Fair (BCAF - http://www.bcaf.info ), one of the largest, most popular independent art exhibitions in the UK, returns to Battersea Arts Centre, London, on May 16-18, 2008. Now in its sixteenth year, the fair showcases the work of over 150 established and emerging contemporary artists, photographers and sculptors.

The annual event enjoys an enviable reputation as the ‘artists’ art fair’. High quality original print-making, photography and sculpture are available direct from the artist – without a gallery or agent taking a cut.

BCAF has built a loyal audience, and over 3,500 people from around the world are expected to take the opportunity to meet the artists and access an eclectic range of work to suit all tastes and budgets. Collectors can obtain original works - costing from GBP £40 to GBP £4,000 – commission free, which can mean savings of 40% and more.

Maria Newton, director of BCAF, comments: “The Battersea Contemporary Art Fair is tried and tested triumph for both artists and buyers. By cutting out the industry ‘middlemen’, the public enjoy keen prices and personal interaction with the artists, and our competitive stand costs ensure that the fair is on the map for fresh talent and established exhibitors alike."

BCAF is open from 6-9pm on Friday May 16 and 11am-5pm on Saturday May 17 and Sunday May 18 at the Battersea Arts Centre, Battersea Old Town Hall, Lavender Hill, London, SW11 5TN. Highlights of the fair include the popular Friday evening reception with drinks and live jazz music.

Tickets are available on the door and entry costs £7/£4 GBP concessions (accompanied children under 16 gain free entry). Booking information for artists is at http://www.bcaf.info

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Established in 1992, the Battersea Contemporary Art Fair is operated by Maria Newton and runs annually in May at the Battersea Arts Centre, an English Heritage site and registered charity.

BCAF is renowned for attracting a broad variety of high quality work and making contemporary art accessible to the public. Two full time employees and up to 14 part-timers produce the event.

For further information, please contact:
Maria Newton, Battersea Contemporary Art Fair
Tel: 01428 661229 Email:
Site: www.bcaf.info