Five Emerging Artists to Watch at Artsy's Foundations 2026

Artsy's Foundations 2026, a curated showcase highlighting early-career artists, has launched this month. Featuring over 240 artists from around the world, the platform offers an accessible entry point for collecting fine art. After reviewing the showcase, Artsy's editors selected five artists whose works merit attention, including Charlene Tan, whose pieces incorporate materials like abalone and rhinestones. Tan, born in Houston in 1982 and now based in San Francisco, spent three years of her childhood in the Philippines with her grandmother, an experience that influences her work. Her available pieces include 'Homage to Kappi (Crab)' from 2025, shown at re.riddle. The showcase also includes artists working with unconventional materials such as seashells and tapioca beads, as well as paintings depicting consumption with cake imagery. The selection aims to spotlight diverse practices and provide collectors with affordable options. The full list of featured artists is available on Artsy's website.