The Saatchi Gallery in Chelsea is a contemporary art gallery known for its diverse and thought-provoking exhibitions. Established in 1985 by Charles Saatchi, the gallery has a focus on displaying works across various media by emerging artists.
What to see at the Saatchi Gallery
Exhibitions at the Saatchi Gallery cover a wide spectrum of artistic styles, themes and media. Visitors may encounter painting, sculpture, photography, installation art, video and digital works, among other forms of contemporary artistic expression.
A hallmark of the Saatchi Gallery is its commitment to showcasing emerging talent. Many exhibitions feature works by young and up-and-coming artists, providing them with a platform to reach a wider audience and gain recognition in the art world. This focus on emerging artists contributes to the gallery’s reputation as a hub of creativity and innovation.
Current and planned exhibitions include:
Different Perspectives & Beyond Emerging Artists
These two exhibitions (until 11 October 2025) bring together international and UAE-based artists. Different Perspectives features nine contemporary artists from HSBC’s collection exploring identity, perception and human experience. Beyond Emerging Artists, curated by Lorenzo Fiaschi, showcases new work by Fatma Al Ali, Dina Nazmi Khorchid and Simrin Mehra Agarwal, examining memory, transformation and place through sculpture, sound and textiles.
On Repeat
This exhibition (until 11 October 2025) features a curated selection of limited-edition prints from the Jealous archives. Works by artists including David Shrigley, Charming Baker, Stanley Donwood and Jess Wilson will be displayed. The two-week event highlights Jealous’s printmaking collaborations and offers visitors the chance to view a range of contemporary editions in one space.
Kat Kristof: Exhale
This exhibition (23 October–16 November 2025) presents new work by Kat Kristof, exploring the relationship between inner and outer space. Drawing on her background in architecture and painting, Kristof creates layered compositions that examine memory, perception and identity. Her semi-abstract figures appear within structured, dreamlike settings, where recurring motifs such as water suggest reflection and release. The works engage with both psychological and spatial themes through colour, form and rhythm.
Myths, Dreams and New Realities
Co-curated by the Bagri Foundation and Saatchi Gallery, this exhibition (24 October 2025–30 November 2025) features 13 emerging artists from the Asian diaspora. Through painting, sculpture and mixed media, they explore identity, mythology and memory. Works by artists such as Lulu Wang, Sato Sugamoto and Marcos Kueh reinterpret cultural narratives, drawing on folklore, craft and personal experience to consider the connections between myth, landscape and the body.
The Long Now: Saatchi Gallery at 40
Marking 40 years of the Saatchi Gallery, this group exhibition (5 November 2025–1 March 2026) brings together established and emerging artists linked to its history. Spanning two floors, it includes painting, sculpture, installations and new commissions. Richard Wilson’s 20:50, made from recycled engine oil, returns as a focal point, reflecting on environmental fragility. The exhibition explores themes of process, transformation, technology and sustainability through works by over 50 international artists.
Standing on the Shoulders of Giants II
This exhibition (22 November 2025–12 January 2026), curated by Louise te Poele in collaboration with the V&A and Saatchi Gallery, explores the visibility of women artists. Nine Dutch artists have created new works responding to pieces by historical female creators from the V&A’s collection. The display establishes a dialogue between past and present, addressing how women’s artistic contributions have often been overlooked or forgotten.
Visiting the Saatchi Gallery
The Saatchi Gallery is located in the Duke of York’s Headquarters just off Kings Road in Chelsea. It is a four-minute walk to Sloane Square tube station (on the Circle and District lines) and nearby attractions include the Chelsea Physic Garden and the National Army Museum, both within a 15-minute walk from the gallery.
The gallery is open 10am–6pm daily and admission is free, although some major exhibitions have an entry charge, which can be pricey.
It is in one of the loveliest areas of London and there are lots of places to eat and drink nearby.
Allow up to two hours for your visit if you’re here for a major exhibition; however, a shorter visit is reasonable if you’re just visiting for the free exhibitions.
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