This September, ArtSHINE, Sydney’s renowned Creative Industries hub, brought over 50 artists and designers to Brand Licensing Europe (BLE) at Excel London, held from September 24-26, 2024. This marked ArtSHINE’s third showcase at BLE and a continuation of its mission to represent Australia’s creative talent on the world stage.
After over a decade of success at global events like SURTEX New York and Licensing Expo Las Vegas, ArtSHINE expanded its international presence at BLE, the premier global marketplace for sourcing original art, design, and brand licenses. Co-founders Vinh Van Lam and Stuart Horrex led the charge, introducing a diverse and vibrant portfolio of Australian and international creative professionals to leading manufacturers, companies, and art directors.
“It’s a great opportunity for our talented pool of artists and designers to be promoted on the world stage,” said Vinh Van Lam. “And it doesn’t get any bigger than BLE.”
The exhibition was more than just a platform to showcase talent; it was a chance to network, build relationships, and raise awareness for ArtSHINE’s unique approach to art licensing. Vinh emphasized, “We’re exhibiting at BLE to take Australian and selected international artists to the next level. Putting global creative professionals on an international stage gives them an opportunity to shine on a larger scale.”
ArtSHINE’s Vision: Empowering Creative Professionals
For over a decade, ArtSHINE has been dedicated to helping commercially minded creative professionals build sustainable art practices. As a Creative Industries Enterprise Acceleration Platform + Launch Pad, ArtSHINE supports artists, designers, and makers by providing tools to create residual income streams while pursuing their passions with purpose.
Moving beyond traditional agency models, ArtSHINE operates as a social enterprise, offering practical, real-world approaches to licensing, commercialization, and entrepreneurial education. The agency works with creative professionals specializing in diverse industries such as:
Apparel fabrics
Children’s merchandise
Craft & hobby
Home furnishings
Packaging
Paper products
Publishing
Wall coverings
Giftware, and more.
“Our goal is to discover, nurture, and propel unique talent into the global marketplace. We provide opportunities for artists to expand their reach, while also ensuring they remain commercially successful and true to their creative vision,” added Vinh.
About ArtSHINE Licensing
As a Sydney-based licensing agency, ArtSHINE Licensing represents a fresh, diverse, and on-trend portfolio of creative professionals. Offering a curated range of styles, skills, and specialties, ArtSHINE collaborates closely with both artists and manufacturers to bring successful product lines to market.
ArtSHINE artists are skilled in modifying existing designs, creating custom works, and delivering tailored solutions for manufacturers and licensees. With a constantly growing collection of artwork available for immediate licensing, ArtSHINE is the go-to agency for companies seeking unique and innovative designs.
For inquiries, please contact:
Vinh Van Lam
Email: vinh@artshine.com.au
Phone: +61 410 636 138
ArtSHINE continues to push boundaries, creating opportunities for Australian artists to shine on the global stage. BLE 2024 was yet another milestone in their journey to elevate the creative industries worldwide.
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We’re here to help you to take action, just like we’ve helped thousands of other entrepreneurs, business owners, and creative professionals all around the globe.
Now is the time to let your passion SHINE.
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To your success, Vinh Van Lam and Stuart Horrex Cofounders ArtSHINE.com
