Top 70 UK Art Influencers in 2026
The September 2026 snapshot of top 70 uk art influencers in 2026 covers 70 public Instagram profiles with 5.2M combined followers. Median audience size is 22.6K (mean 74.5K), which tells you the typical creator on this list is smaller than the headline names — a few large accounts pull the average up.
Average engagement across the ranking is 4% (median 4%). That is 0.2pp above the 3.8% uk art industry midpoint we use for 2026 Instagram, and 2.5pp above the ~1.55% all-niche Instagram average. Followers are relatively spread out — the top three hold 42% of combined reach, which is healthier if you want a diversified creator mix.
On this mix, a single organic feed post typically budgets $443–$2,404 and a Reel $808–$3,844 before usage rights (public 2026 Instagram bands, weighted by the follower-tier mix on this page and a 0.95× uk art premium). A five-creator test usually lands around $2,215–$12,020.
Key takeaways for uk art in September 2026
- Damien Hirst, Howard Lee, Katy Hessel currently sit at the top of this uk art ranking.
- Follower mix: 30% nano, 51.4% micro, 15.7% mid. Dominant tier: micro.
- Geography: 1 countries on the list, led by United Kingdom.
- 70 profiles link out to a live or curated Instagram handle; 70 are verified public figures with self-hosted photos.
- Highest engagement on the list is Amelia Maxwell at 6.7%, which is not the largest audience (Damien Hirst at 1M). That gap is the usual “don’t sort only by followers” lesson.
- Do not brief a hobby account like a lifestyle page. If they teach quilting, the product has to live in a quilting workflow.
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UK Art Influencers ranked
1.
Damien Hirst Mega United Kingdom
@damienhirstDamien Hirst is a sculpture creator from United Kingdom and an engaged Instagram following. Reach out via their profile for collaborations and partnerships.
1M Followers 3.6K Avg. Likes 0.7% Engagement 6,170 Posts United Kingdom
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
2.
Howard Lee Macro United Kingdom
@howard__leeBuy prints and originals:
714K Followers 4.4K Avg. Likes 1.2% Engagement 7,678 Posts United Kingdom
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
3.
Katy Hessel Mid United Kingdom
@thegreatwomenartists⭐️ Celebrating women artists by 📚 THE STORY OF ART WITHOUT MEN📚 How To Live An Artful Life 🎧 The GWA Podcast✍️
475K Followers 9.6K Avg. Likes 2.2% Engagement 8,897 Posts United Kingdom
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
4.
Adam Riches Mid United Kingdom
@adamrichesartArtist | Suffolk, UKOriginals • Limited edition prints • Newsletter ⬇️
314K Followers 8.4K Avg. Likes 2.7% Engagement 4,864 Posts United Kingdom
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
5.
Amber Davenport Mid
@amberstextiles🌼 Illustrator and Small Biz owner 🌷15% off with code ‘INSTA’🌈 Follow the shop 👇🏼 SHOP
298K Followers 4.7K Avg. Likes 2.8% Engagement 5,991 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
6.
Layla Robinson Mid United Kingdom
@laylarobinsondesignSeeing things differently Nature.Sculpture.Flora Everlasting Flowers 🌸New Book ~ Everlasting Blooms Hay-on-Wye UK Also
204K Followers 4.6K Avg. Likes 2.8% Engagement 9,171 Posts United Kingdom
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
7.
Darren Reid Mid United Kingdom
@darrenreidpaintingsBritish realist painterRepresented by .Link below for Prints
186K Followers 3.9K Avg. Likes 2.5% Engagement 2,675 Posts United Kingdom
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
8.
Ian Rayer-Smith Mid United Kingdom
@ianrayersmithCONTEMPORARY EXPRESSIONIST Raw human emotion.✉️ For enquiries, exhibitions & collaborations:
153K Followers 3.7K Avg. Likes 2.8% Engagement 4,057 Posts United Kingdom
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
9.
Ella Baudinet Mid United Kingdom
@ellabaudinet1st Prize Painting XV Florence Biennale 2025London-based Australian artist 🌹Email only for enquiries
124K Followers 1.6K Avg. Likes 2.5% Engagement 8,102 Posts United Kingdom
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
10.
Henry Fraser Mid United Kingdom
@henryfraser0Mouth Artist - Author - Speaker. Paralysed from the shoulders down since 2009. Author of ‘The Little Big Things’ and ‘The Power In You’.
113K Followers 1.4K Avg. Likes 2.1% Engagement 6,682 Posts United Kingdom
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
11.
Abigail Lucy Bruford Mid United Kingdom
@abilucreationsAbigail Lucy Bruford is a uk art content creator from United Kingdom and an engaged Instagram following. Reach out via their profile for collaborations and partnerships.
112K Followers 1.8K Avg. Likes 2.8% Engagement 6,719 Posts United Kingdom
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
12.
Julie Rhodes Mid United Kingdom
@julierhodes_fine_art_drawings“Combining a passion for art with my love of animals” Paintings & Pastel artwork 🎨For original art, commissions and prints visit:
108K Followers 1.2K Avg. Likes 2% Engagement 1,479 Posts United Kingdom
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
13.
Hannah Lipsey Bassett Mid United Kingdom
@hannahlipsey_Hyperrealism with coloured pencil 🇬🇧Art should make you happy, not just match your sofaShop originals and limited edition prints ⬇️
101K Followers 1.5K Avg. Likes 1.8% Engagement 2,432 Posts United Kingdom
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
14.
Chaya De Silva Micro United Kingdom
@chayadesilvaartExploring the intersection of heritage, colour, and textile.London| Monacoclients: , , , 👇Inquire about Originals
99.5K Followers 2K Avg. Likes 2.7% Engagement 2,669 Posts United Kingdom
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
15.
Chris Rivers N Micro United Kingdom
@chrisriversartOil painter from England. Limited editions below.
99.2K Followers 3.3K Avg. Likes 4.7% Engagement 9,256 Posts United Kingdom
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
16.
Liza Giles Micro United Kingdom
@liza.giles.artLiza Giles is a uk art public figure from United Kingdom and an engaged Instagram following. Reach out via their profile for collaborations and partnerships.
77.3K Followers 3.1K Avg. Likes 4.3% Engagement 3,166 Posts United Kingdom
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
17.
Christian Coop Micro United Kingdom
@freehandlinesWatercolours of London’s finest architecture.Shop link below…
71.9K Followers 2K Avg. Likes 4.5% Engagement 9,155 Posts United Kingdom
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
18.
Geethu Chandramohan Micro United Kingdom
@geethuchandramohan🇬🇧Artist & Aerospace engineer📍UK💃🏼Expressive Abstract Portraits, Author✨Founder of TAC - Mini MBA for Artists🌼Prints, Originals, Courses👇🏻
62.4K Followers 2.2K Avg. Likes 4% Engagement 3,796 Posts United Kingdom
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
19.
Jessie Woodward Micro United Kingdom
@jessieabstractBristol, UKSTUDIO AUCTION goes LIVE 28th Jan. click link below to register 👇
50.3K Followers 1.5K Avg. Likes 3.8% Engagement 726 Posts United Kingdom
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
20.
Kasia Clarke Micro United Kingdom
@kasiaclarke_artistPainter of emotional landscapes & immersive metaphors🇬🇧South of London, UK 🌎Shipping worldwide🎨 NEW COURSE OPEN!📙 Coffee table book now available
47.6K Followers 991 Avg. Likes 3.6% Engagement 8,175 Posts United Kingdom
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
21.
Alessandra Genualdo Kingsford Micro United Kingdom
@agenualdoAlessandra Genualdo Kingsford is a uk art creator from United Kingdom and an engaged Instagram following. Reach out via their profile for collaborations and partnerships.
45.4K Followers 1.2K Avg. Likes 4.5% Engagement 5,563 Posts United Kingdom
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
22.
Katy Jade Dobson Micro United Kingdom
@katyjadedobsonOil Painter UK / Etherealist 🏹✶
39.5K Followers 1.2K Avg. Likes 3.5% Engagement 1,817 Posts United Kingdom
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
23.
Ian Berry Micro United Kingdom
@ianberry.artMaking art out of only DENIM 👖 No Paint, No Bleach, No DyesThe more original a discovery, the more obvious it seems afterwards
38.6K Followers 863 Avg. Likes 3.6% Engagement 2,684 Posts United Kingdom
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
24.
Bridget Greenwood Micro United Kingdom
@bridget.greenwood.artistCheshire. UK. Represented by
37K Followers 881 Avg. Likes 4.1% Engagement 4,691 Posts United Kingdom
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
25.
Aline Gaiad Micro United Kingdom
@a.gaiadPainterOriginal contemporary art -Interior focused art advisoryWest London📍 DM for inquiries and acquisitions
36.4K Followers 1.1K Avg. Likes 4.1% Engagement 2,097 Posts United Kingdom
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
26.
Karimah Hassan Micro United Kingdom
@karimah.hassanART WON'T CHANGE THE WORLD. PEOPLE WILLNEXT EVENT: Open Mic 12 Mar London x READ: The Gremlins on Substack now
34.3K Followers 963 Avg. Likes 3.2% Engagement 6,197 Posts United Kingdom
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
27.
Curtis Holder Micro United Kingdom
@curtisartistCurrent & Upcoming: Drawn to Dance | Annual Exhibition | On Tour
32.6K Followers 597 Avg. Likes 2.8% Engagement 3,343 Posts United Kingdom
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
28.
Tamara Williams Micro United Kingdom
@tamarawilliamsartMixed media semi-abstract landscape paintingsNext 4 - 8 March until March 22RA SUMMER EXHIBITION 2025
32.1K Followers 1.2K Avg. Likes 4% Engagement 6,213 Posts United Kingdom
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
29.
Tabish Khan Micro United Kingdom
@londonartcriticTabish Khan is a uk art creator from United Kingdom and an engaged Instagram following. Reach out via their profile for collaborations and partnerships.
31.6K Followers 1.3K Avg. Likes 4.6% Engagement 4,066 Posts United Kingdom
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
30.
Otto Schade Micro United Kingdom
@otto_schadeContemporary Artist, Muralist & Architect based in London.Globally connected.
30.5K Followers 506 Avg. Likes 2.9% Engagement 6,425 Posts United Kingdom
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
31.
Joanna Gilbert Micro United Kingdom
@joanna_gilbert_artExpressive Abstract Originals & CommissionsHigh-end art for people curating their inner worldFramed Prints AvailableStudio visits by appointment ↓
26K Followers 600 Avg. Likes 3.8% Engagement 2,328 Posts United Kingdom
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
32.
Yaroslav Yasenev Micro United Kingdom
@yasenevartPainting • Graphic all artworks for sale💶worldwide shipping for buying,commission write direct or ⬇️⬇️⬇️ ART 👇
25.7K Followers 845 Avg. Likes 4.4% Engagement 4,318 Posts United Kingdom
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
33.
Kate West Micro United Kingdom
@londonartfileKate | Founder of London Art FileArts writer & LondonerThe up-to-date guide to what’s on at London’s galleries & museums
25.6K Followers 838 Avg. Likes 4.2% Engagement 8,076 Posts United Kingdom
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
34.
Felice Hodges Micro United Kingdom
@felice_hodgesAbstract artist represented in London and in the uk
25.4K Followers 870 Avg. Likes 3.8% Engagement 1,868 Posts United Kingdom
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
35.
Kat Kristof Micro United Kingdom
@kat_kristof"I am my concepts of me" Enquiries to editions through link ⬇️ below
23.5K Followers 564 Avg. Likes 4.2% Engagement 3,545 Posts United Kingdom
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
36.
Naomi Jayne Micro United Kingdom
@naomi_jayne_art🍸Studio sale now live 🥀🌜Figurative Artist 🧹
21.6K Followers 906 Avg. Likes 4.3% Engagement 7,063 Posts United Kingdom
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
37.
Camilla Clark Micro United Kingdom
@camillaclarkart🔹 Colourist | Contemporary Artist Represented by
18.8K Followers 684 Avg. Likes 4.7% Engagement 3,435 Posts United Kingdom
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
38.
Gleb Skubachevsky Micro United Kingdom
@gleb_skubachevsky• Contemporary art• Installation• Performance• Collaboration• Art Coaching & Mentoring
18.2K Followers 412 Avg. Likes 3% Engagement 4,247 Posts United Kingdom
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
39.
Sophie Mess Micro United Kingdom
@sophiemess_ArtistUK based, working globally 🌎🇬🇧🇸🇪🇺🇸🇫🇷🇨🇦🇧🇷🇮🇹🇳🇱🇧🇪🇮🇪🇰🇪🇦🇹 For enquires please email 💌
18.1K Followers 389 Avg. Likes 2.7% Engagement 6,543 Posts United Kingdom
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
40.
Claire Hankey Micro United Kingdom
@clairehankeyartistCreating layered, nature-inspired abstract art.Paintings, prints & in-person workshops that invite calm + connection. SWA ‘25.Leigh Marina Studios.
17.2K Followers 357 Avg. Likes 4.1% Engagement 796 Posts United Kingdom
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
41.
Meg Harriet Micro United Kingdom
@megharrietIllustrator and Surface pattern designer ✨Licensing inquiries welcome 🌱Based in Devon, UK 🧡Let’s be joyful together ⭐️
17.2K Followers 364 Avg. Likes 3.6% Engagement 7,956 Posts United Kingdom
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
42.
Joanne Last Micro United Kingdom
@joannelastContemporary London artist exploring abstract and landscape through rich texture and evocative colour
17K Followers 255 Avg. Likes 2.6% Engagement 8,189 Posts United Kingdom
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
43.
Arina Gordienko Micro United Kingdom
@arina_gordienko_artUKBritish Art Prize Winner2025: Figurativas Royal Society of Portrait PaintersJohn Ruskin PrizeAlmenara Art Prize, ModPortraitAvailable works⬇️
16.9K Followers 433 Avg. Likes 3.7% Engagement 7,583 Posts United Kingdom
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
44.
Oliver Lunn Micro United Kingdom
@moonloops101Oliver Lunn is a uk art public figure from United Kingdom and an engaged Instagram following. Reach out via their profile for collaborations and partnerships.
15.5K Followers 537 Avg. Likes 4.6% Engagement 8,798 Posts United Kingdom
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
45.
Vivianne Lack Micro United Kingdom
@lack.studio☀️ Inspired by Sun & Little Joy🌸 Puzzles + Patterns + Fun Collabs💌 Licensing: ©Lack Studio✨All rights reserved🇬🇧via🇦🇺
14K Followers 285 Avg. Likes 2.7% Engagement 2,543 Posts United Kingdom
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
46.
Eltian Louw Bossert Micro United Kingdom
@boss4rtImpressions of the South
12.9K Followers 337 Avg. Likes 4% Engagement 4,428 Posts United Kingdom
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
47.
Mary West Micro United Kingdom
@marywestpaintingsPainting:A Changed Environment 17th January-9th March
12.4K Followers 242 Avg. Likes 3.4% Engagement 2,034 Posts United Kingdom
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
48.
Bokani Micro United Kingdom
@bokaniizipho - art as gift, community as archive
11.9K Followers 427 Avg. Likes 3.8% Engagement 3,774 Posts United Kingdom
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
49.
Pete Micro United Kingdom
@petebreakersIllustrator✍️ Painter🎨 art🖼 Bike Rider🚵♂️ Snowboarder🏂 Eater of Cake🍰 Open for Commissions, DM any enquires⚙️
10.8K Followers 221 Avg. Likes 3% Engagement 8,605 Posts United Kingdom
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
50.
Zoe Taylor Nano United Kingdom
@especiallymadeart_Bristol. Mixed media Artist Exploring endless experimentation and concepts. Sustainable/Recycled materials/ Upcycling
8.6K Followers 303 Avg. Likes 5.6% Engagement 1,911 Posts United Kingdom
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
51.
Amelia Maxwell Nano United Kingdom
@ameliamaxwellartadvisoryArt Advisory & online gallery ✨Championing Women in Art ✨ Link in Bio 👇🏻
8.6K Followers 555 Avg. Likes 6.7% Engagement 8,502 Posts United Kingdom
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
52.
Jason Sweidan Nano United Kingdom
@jasons_abstract_paintingsLondon- Wimbledon Art - Blue Studio 314…. Abstract Artist - DM for enquiries - oil Painter.
7.7K Followers 301 Avg. Likes 6.7% Engagement 2,982 Posts United Kingdom
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
53.
Sally Ward Nano United Kingdom
@sallywardartExhibitor Royal Society of Portrait Painters, ROIFinalist, Sky Portrait Artist of the Year 20Shortlist, Ruth Borchard Prize 23Associate Member SWA
7.5K Followers 320 Avg. Likes 5.4% Engagement 6,985 Posts United Kingdom
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
54.
Tracey Ross Nano United Kingdom
@traceyrossartist✨ Course creator✨Energetic seascapes 🎨 Online Art Course✨Check my website! ✨
7.4K Followers 258 Avg. Likes 6.6% Engagement 1,642 Posts United Kingdom
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
55.
Sarah Jennings Nano United Kingdom
@sarahjenningsartistBritish painter - Stamford UK and 2025 2024 & 2026
7.3K Followers 204 Avg. Likes 4.1% Engagement 5,752 Posts United Kingdom
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
56.
Polly Luce Nano United Kingdom
@pollylucestudio🌼Contemporary landscape paintings 🌸Find my work at:
6.5K Followers 311 Avg. Likes 6% Engagement 6,659 Posts United Kingdom
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
57.
John Mckinstry Nano United Kingdom
@john_mckinstry1Landscape Artist Original paintings and Fine art prints available to purchase on my website
5.2K Followers 176 Avg. Likes 4.9% Engagement 653 Posts United Kingdom
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
58.
Claire Shakespeare Nano United Kingdom
@claireshakespeare_London📩 for available works
4.5K Followers 171 Avg. Likes 6% Engagement 3,578 Posts United Kingdom
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
59.
Jessica Nano United Kingdom
@jessicaxart_🐾Pet Portrait Artist🐾 Taking 2026 Commissions🫶🏻💌DM or Email me to book in a pet portrait💌📧 📧✨Sketchbook illustrations✨
4.4K Followers 200 Avg. Likes 6% Engagement 8,075 Posts United Kingdom
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
60.
Jemima Moore Nano United Kingdom
@jemima_moore_Royal College of Art ‘24
3.9K Followers 203 Avg. Likes 6.6% Engagement 889 Posts United Kingdom
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
61.
Natalia Lewandowska Nano United Kingdom
@natalia.lewandowska.artArtist based in London National Museum in Poland 2025 - 2026Exhibited at The Other Art Fair, Royal Academy of ArtsBA UAL + MA Royal College of Art
3.7K Followers 174 Avg. Likes 6% Engagement 774 Posts United Kingdom
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
62.
Shaun Burgess Nano United Kingdom
@burgessartworkShaun Burgess English Oil Painter 🇬🇧Arabian Horse 🐎Hand crafted wooden panels 🗜️Global Shipping 🌍Enquire via DM - WhatsApp / instagram 🗣️
3.6K Followers 193 Avg. Likes 5.4% Engagement 643 Posts United Kingdom
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
63.
Georgie Richardson Nano United Kingdom
@georgierichardsonartI am an Artist I paint flowers & still life compositions 🎨 contemporary art available direct and via links more to see
2.8K Followers 116 Avg. Likes 6.6% Engagement 3,386 Posts United Kingdom
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
64.
Perla Mignanelli Nano United Kingdom
@perla.artdeco.uk🔹Decorative Artist🔹Interior/Fashion Designer🔹Wearable Art Design🔹London 🇬🇧
2.7K Followers 70 Avg. Likes 4.7% Engagement 5,924 Posts United Kingdom
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
65.
James Summerbell Nano United Kingdom
@jamessummerbellartBased in West Wales. DM or email for enquiries. Originals 👇🏻
2K Followers 102 Avg. Likes 5.4% Engagement 8,507 Posts United Kingdom
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
66.
Rachel Alice Nano United Kingdom
@rachel.alice.art💕Turning cherished memories into timeless art💕2026 order book open💕DM for commissions. Prices in highlights💕Check out my website ⬇️
1.9K Followers 87 Avg. Likes 4.9% Engagement 6,834 Posts United Kingdom
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
67.
Almantas Petkunas Nano United Kingdom
@almantas.pTaking pictures, making films 🎥📸 For MODELLING inquiries contact directly.Director of PORFOLIO:
1.8K Followers 94 Avg. Likes 5.9% Engagement 2,603 Posts United Kingdom
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
68.
Diannah Lowry Nano United Kingdom
@diannah_lowry_artContemporary artist from Australia, now living in the U.K | Abstract & Landscape| London Art Biennale 2025 | ING Discerning Eye 2025, Mall Galleries
1.8K Followers 66 Avg. Likes 3.8% Engagement 8,498 Posts United Kingdom
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
69.
Tobias Francis Nano United Kingdom
@t_jfrancisTobias Francis is a uk art creator from United Kingdom and an engaged Instagram following. Reach out via their profile for collaborations and partnerships.
1.8K Followers 71 Avg. Likes 6.5% Engagement 7,486 Posts United Kingdom
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
70.
Anna Heinrich and Leon Palmer Nano United Kingdom
@heinrichandpalmerUK based artists working in collaboration.Artists Residency
1.7K Followers 75 Avg. Likes 5.2% Engagement 7,846 Posts United Kingdom
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
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Estimated Instagram rates for this mix
Planning ranges from public 2026 Instagram bands, weighted by the follower-tier mix on this page and a 0.95× uk art adjustment. They are not quotes from the creators below. Usage rights and whitelisting typically add 30–50%.
| Deliverable | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Typical feed post on this list | $443 | $2,404 |
| Typical Reel on this list | $808 | $3,844 |
| Five-creator test campaign (feed) | $2,215 | $12,020 |
What this uk art influencers ranking actually shows
How-to content with a named method. Tiny specialist audiences punch above their follower weight on conversion because every viewer is already in-market. On this specific list the median account has been posting since around 2010 (average age ~9.9 years; oldest 2011, newest 2020) with roughly 5,017 posts — enough history that you can actually audit a grid before you brief.
Primary language on the roster is English (100%). The list is relatively monolingual, which simplifies caption and landing-page language.
Where gender is labelled, the split is 46 female / 22 male (2 unlabelled). Use that as a casting hint, not a quota.
Follower-tier mix
| Tier | Creators | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Nano (<10K) | 21 | 30% |
| Micro (10K–100K) | 36 | 51.4% |
| Mid (100K–500K) | 11 | 15.7% |
| Macro (500K–1M) | 1 | 1.4% |
| Mega (1M+) | 1 | 1.4% |
How to brief uk art influencers
- The creator is an expert — let them reject a talking point that would embarrass them in their community.
- Send the actual tool/product, not just talking points.
- Saves and tutorial completions beat raw views.
Formats that usually work here: tutorial Reels, tool reviews, community AMAs, before/after carousels. Read the ranking methodology or the 2026 rate guide.
UK Art Influencers vs related lists
UK Art Influencers averages 1.2pp more engagement than AI Influencers and has a smaller median audience (22.6K vs 137K).
UK Art Influencers averages 2.1pp more engagement than Cosplay Influencers and has a smaller median audience (22.6K vs 623K).
UK Art Influencers averages 0.3pp more engagement than Watch Influencers and has a smaller median audience (22.6K vs 27.6K).
| List | Creators | Median followers | Avg. ER |
|---|---|---|---|
| UK Art Influencers (this page) | 70 | 22.6K | 4% |
| AI Influencers | 70 | 137K | 2.8% |
| Cosplay Influencers | 100 | 623K | 1.9% |
| Watch Influencers | 100 | 27.6K | 3.7% |
Snapshot compiled September 2026 from 70 ranked profiles (70 verified public figures, 0 additional directory listings). Industry engagement midpoints and rate bands are public 2026 Instagram benchmarks, not private platform data. Full methodology.
UK Art Influencers — frequently asked questions
Who are the top uk art influencers in 2026?
Our September 2026 ranking of 70 uk art influencers is led by Damien Hirst, Howard Lee, Katy Hessel. Combined they represent 5.2M followers, with an average engagement of 4%. 70 entries are verified public figures. The order blends audience size with engagement so a quiet mega-account does not automatically beat a louder mid-tier creator.
How is this uk art list ranked?
Creators are ordered by a blend of followers, engagement rate and posting consistency. Verified public figures with self-hosted photos surface first when we have them. The page also publishes the list’s own maths — median 22.6K followers, 4% average ER, 42% of reach in the top three — so you can see whether you are looking at a concentrated or diversified niche.
What engagement rate is good for uk art Instagram accounts?
For uk art we treat ~3.8% as the 2026 industry midpoint (specialist hobbies (how-to, pets, crafts, education) are Instagram’s engagement leaders in 2026 tables). This list averages 4%, which is 0.2pp above that midpoint. Nano and micro accounts should beat the midpoint; mega accounts can sit well below it and still be efficient on raw impressions.
How much do uk art influencers charge in 2026?
Using public Instagram rate bands weighted by this list’s follower mix and a 0.95× niche adjustment, one organic feed post on a typical account here is $443–$2,404; a Reel is $808–$3,844. Usage rights, exclusivity and whitelisting usually add 30–50%. These are planning ranges, not quotes from the creators on this page.
Where are these uk art influencers based?
The ranking spans 1 country. The largest shares are United Kingdom (98.6%). If you need a single market, filter the table by country before you export a shortlist.
How can I contact these uk art influencers?
70 public figures on this page link through to Instagram. We do not publish private emails for real people. For a spreadsheet of campaign-ready contacts, request a targeted list — we only include adults who are publicly doing creator work.
How often is the uk art list updated?
Figures on this page were compiled for September 2026. Rankings move as follower counts, engagement and newly surfaced public figures change. Treat it as a current snapshot, not a lifetime league table.
What campaign formats work best with uk art?
The highest-performing briefs in this niche usually mix tutorial Reels, tool reviews and before/after carousels. Lead with one hero Reel, support it with a feed post or carousel, and keep Stories for time-sensitive offers or codes.