Our Mission: Illuminating the Global Canvas of Art, Literature & Performance


At ARTraiders, we are a dynamic digital magazine dedicated to exploring the contemporary pulse of visual art, literature, and performing arts. Our mission is to be your essential guide to the global creative landscape, with a keen focus on the ground breaking innovations emerging from the British & global art scenes.

We aim to equip collectors, creators, and curious minds with unparalleled news, expert advice, insightful discussions, and rigorous analysis. Our goal is to dive deep into contemporary artists, pivotal movements, defining works, and captivating spaces, both within the UK and across the world.

Our writers are passionate experts, bringing you thought-provoking content that answers those lingering questions, sparks new ideas, and inspires you to pick up a paintbrush, pen, or step onto the stage yourself. We also strive to demystify the often-complex art market, transforming what can be a perilous journey for the beginner into a rewarding adventure for the intrepid.

Ultimately, ARTraiders is about empowering you. We want to provide you with the tools to interpret and critically engage with artworks, enabling you to make informed decisions for your personal collections or a single cherished piece for your home. By staying ahead of the artistic curve, we bring you the latest news and reviews from across the industry, helping you identify the up-and-coming artists truly worth your time, enjoyment, and investment.

Banksy Designed Vest Stormzy
Stormzy wears a stab-proof vest during his Glastonbury festival performance designed by urban artist, Banksy (Image: Leon Neal)

Defining Our Artistic Focus: Creating, Storytelling, and Performing

Our artistic niche primarily champions the vibrant contemporary British art scene, featuring British artists or artists based in the UK. However, our lens extends globally, embracing significant movements, artists, and literary works from around the world that intersect with, or influence, the broader cultural conversation.


Write for Us: Share Your Art Story

We are always interested to hear from artists, art enthusiasts, industry professionals, galleries, or art journalists who have a story to tell, an insight to share, or a perspective that will resonate with our engaged readership.

For comprehensive information on how to contribute and what we’re looking for in submissions, please visit our dedicated Write for Us page.