ABOUT creative debuts
We connect artists with brands, businesses, and art lovers - through art rental, commissions, events, and storytelling that sparks real change.
Founded in 2013 by Forbes 30 Under 30 honouree Calum Hall, Creative Debuts exists to make the art world fairer, bolder, and more accessible.
We’re not just an art platform - we’re a movement. We give underrepresented artists a platform, and help brands bring creativity and culture into their spaces through budget-friendly, flexible art consultancy services.
What is creative debuts?
Creative Debuts is a creative consultancy and art platform that helps companies, developers, and individuals bring meaningful art into their spaces.
We do this by:
● Renting and selling artwork from emerging artists
● Managing art commissions and installations
● Hosting community-driven events and exhibitions
● Providing affordable, purpose-led art consulting services
Whether you’re looking to rent an art collection for your office, curate an exhibition of local artists, or commission a custom piece, we’ll help you find the perfect artist - and handle the process from start to finish.
our story
Calum Hall founded Creative Debuts after experiencing firsthand how exclusive and inaccessible the art world can be. Growing up in a working-class household in the North East of England, he saw how many talented people were overlooked simply because they lacked connections or resources.
After moving to London for university, the gap became even more obvious - and Creative Debuts was born to bridge it.
Since then, we’ve worked with global brands like adidas, Disney, Hugo Boss, eBay, and Battersea Power Station, transforming their spaces with bold, community-driven artwork that puts the artist at the centre.
Our Values
We’re not here to play by the old rules.
We are:
● Artist-first: Fair pay, full credit, and real opportunities.
● Community-led: We champion creatives from all walks of life.
● Purpose-driven: Art should mean something — to you and the world.
Affordable & accessible: You don’t need a massive budget to make a big impact.
what artists are saying…
Simply one of the best arts organisations to ever do it. Their commitment to representing marginalised artists and use of their platform to spread awareness of world issues shouldn’t go unnoticed. I am grateful to have collaborated with them over the years on some incredible projects. Big up Calum Hall who heads the organisation for giving us emerging artists a space to be seen, heard & championed!
- Shai Digital
From activating commercial & residential spaces to curating special events, Creative Debuts has always pioneered an incredible roster of emerging artists. CD places its community at the forefront of its ethos, engaging everyone to be a part of its journey and spur on creativity. I’ve witnessed many of their projects firsthand, and Calum has always brought all of his heart and energy to the exciting brands and spaces CD works with. I couldn’t recommend them enough!
- Kelli Fontana
Ashton Attzs’ solo show @ adidas Originals London Flagship
I've been lucky enough to work with Calum and Creative Debuts over the past year on a piece of work, thats currently up in my hometown. Calum has been incredibly attentive with workload as a freelance artist and working to my scheduling. The time and thought given throughout the duration of that commission has really made me want to keep on working with CD and build more work around their vision. Its great to be recommended by them and promoted for many other works that they do, especially with the vast range of clients they are dealing with on a day to day. Definitely a great connection to have and get an immense amount of support in my practise and progression.
— Nilupa Yasmin
Creative Debuts has done so much for artists and companies over the years. The events they've organised that I have been part of have been nothing short of incredible, I've seen queues out of the door and around the corner for brand activations where every person visiting was having a special individualised experience. They use art to engage, to story tell and as a force for good. Impossible projects pulled off by ingenuity and dedication to craft. I've had interaction with CD for many years from mural painting to live art to design and they even hosted an art show for a collective I am part of. Incredible projects that genuinely support artists.
— Balaam Camp
An amazing company. Creative debuts champions marginalised artists consistently and are true innovators. Great to work for and with ! Plus I love their merch and you can always find me with a CD tote
— Indii Toussaint
I've always admired the work Creative Debuts does to champion emerging artists, and have had the pleasure of working with them recently in exhibitions. I've also appreciated their efforts to connect me with exciting new opportunities that have helped me grow and expand my art practice. Beyond the professional support, the personal encouragement has helped fuel my creative journey too. The level of dedication to helping creatives is honestly unmatched. I look forward to seeing all they achieve in the future!
— Joke Amusan
Ethical, conscientious, progressive and creative. Important for the art world for clients and artists alike.
— Tabitha Millett
