Michael Harrison PRBA, Hon RBSA, is a distinguished British artist renowned for his intimate en plein air landscape studies. Born in Northamptonshire, England, Harrison’s artistic journey began in the 1960s when he attended the Academie Julian in Paris, a post-Impressionist studio. Despite his early passion, societal norms of the time did not favor a career in art, leading him to pursue painting primarily during family holidays, especially in Greece and France. It wasn’t until later in life that Harrison dedicated himself fully to his art, developing a distinctive style that has garnered significant recognition.

In this post we explores the major trends in the contemporary art market over the last three decades, including; the rise of mega-auctions, the influence of emerging economies, the impact of technology, the commodification of art, and the increasing role of alternative markets.