News & Updates

An open international competition for writers, artists and musicians worldwide.
Assessed by twenty experts from ten countries - every entrant receives a written
assessment of their work. Entries close 20 October 2026.

As we welcome the New Year, London Arts & Talents UK wishes all our members, partners, artists, writers, musicians, and supporters a year filled with creativity, inspiration, and exciting opportunities.

Ceramic artist Bella Tangieva is named Discovery of the Year 2025 and joins London Arts and Talents as an Ambassador. In June 2025 the State Exhibition Gallery of the Republic of Ingushetia presented her solo show "Jewelled Porcelain" -more than two hundred works, most of them flowers and birds.

The new EP Energy of Numbers by Evgeny Leonovich explores the harmony between sound, rhythm, and the hidden mathematics of emotion. A powerful post-rock release created with depth and precision.

From September 22 to October 22, 2025, London Arts & Talents held the international photography competition “Urban Rhythms: The Art of City Life” — a creative initiative exploring the visual poetry of modern cities through the lens of photography.

Auckland, New Zealand - On August 25, 2025, pianist and composer Yulia Yagunova presented her project Midnight Melodies, combining jazz, blues, and fusion.

A contemporary artist inspired by the harmony of nature, emotion, and urban life.
Her works capture sunlight, movement, and feeling — creating a dialogue between the heart and the city.

Whitley Bay, United Kingdom — The FirstLan School for Young Authors officially opened its doors at St. Paul’s Church.

Actress, model, and cultural ambassador Marianna Varfolomeeva shares her inspiring journey from Russia to the United States, her experience in the fashion industry, acting career, and the importance of staying true to yourself.

Artist and illustrator Rufina Adeleeva, member of London Arts & Talents, took part in the TAN Art Residency program “Artificial Intelligence and Digital Art: New Horizons of Creativity in Kazakhstan.”

Irina Lykova - musician, makeup artist, and member of London Arts & Talents — shares her story of moving to New Zealand with her family, finding inspiration in a new country, and balancing art, beauty, and everyday life.

Taina Kaunis reflects on creativity across literature, visual art, and music, sharing her multidisciplinary artistic journey.

Writer Kirill Filonov shares his creative journey, inspiration, and thoughts on modern literature.

Writer Andrey Orlov talks about literature, supporting authors, and building a creative community.

Professional stylist Irina Evseenko discusses fashion, personal image, and building confidence through style.

Writer and entrepreneur Mikhail Gromov talks about literature, education, and inspiring the next generation of authors.

Professional dancer and choreographer Alexander Tkachuk shares his creative journey and passion for performance.

An inspiring conversation with photographer and videographer Diana Khasanova about visual art and creative business.

Photographer Anna Tsoy discusses creativity, visual storytelling, and building an international portfolio.

Artist, illustrator, and writer Rufina Adeleva talks about visual storytelling, illustration, and contemporary art.