About Us
The birth of ArtFlux Gallery
"I’ve lived in several countries and, over the years, wandered through many small gallery markets in places like Thailand, Vietnam, and Mexico. I loved meeting the artists and discovering the talent — incredible people working quietly outside the spotlight. Their markets were filled with beautiful paintings, visitors would stop to admire them… yet many would still leave without buying. It wasn’t because the art wasn’t good. Most people were simply browsing, without a clear idea of what they wanted, with the ready-made pieces rarely matching their space, size, or style. I kept thinking ... "what if, instead of choosing from stacks of inventory, people could be guided to define what they want — and then have it created for them by these amazing artists ?" That’s how ArtFlux was born. We help clients shape an idea, refine it through collaboration and digital mockups, and then commission skilled local artists to hand-paint the final work - made to order, made to fit, made to last. It’s a journey that turns ideas into something personal on your walls, while giving talented artists meaningful, ongoing work and a wider audience"
Des Smith - Founder, ArtFlux Gallery
Supporting local artists and communities
Every ArtFlux commission supports independent artists and the communities around them. We work with talented painters who often build their craft outside the traditional gallery spotlight, and we aim to provide fair pay, steady projects, and respectful collaboration — helping local talent reach a wider audience.
