Own Art is a UK-wide national initiative that makes buying contemporary art and craft affordable by providing interest-free loans for the purchase of original work.
Own Art reduces the financial barriers and perceptions of elitism that commonly exist within the art market, by making it easier and more affordable for people to access art, regardless of their income and socio-economic background.
Since 2004, the scheme has enabled more than 50,000 customers to get access to the art they love.
Delivered through a network of 300 galleries across England, Scotland and Northern Ireland, Own Art has so far supported £40 million of sales of contemporary art and craft to UK customers.
Supporting the Creative Economy
Own Art supports the UK’s creative economy by encouraging increased sales of work by living artists. Working in partnership with our diverse network of member galleries, we are helping to build the UK market for contemporary art and craft.
Engaging new Audiences
We help galleries to engage new audiences, broaden their customer base and generate incremental sales revenues for the benefit of the sector as a whole.
Enhanced benefits
By becoming members of the scheme, galleries can enjoy a range of enhanced benefits and services to support their businesses, delivered by Creative United and a network of associate partners.
