Aarien Areti - Deputy Mayor

On 4 April, the Open Art Spaces market at Portobello Road Market brought together a vibrant mix of emerging artists and local creatives in an accessible, community-focused setting, featuring original artworks, handmade goods, and interactive engagement with visitors, while the visit from Aarien Areti, Deputy Mayor of the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea, highlighted official support for grassroots arts initiatives and underscored the importance of creative spaces in fostering cultural participation, local enterprise, and community connection within the borough.