Some galleries instantly grab your attention; Tiderip is one of them. Nestled in Battersea, West London, this new venue, co-founded by curator Marjorier Ding and art collector Louis Jacquier, blends two complementary perspectives. What sets Tiderip apart is its artist-first approach, showcasing emotionally resonant work and programming built on long-term relationships rather than trends. With slower, more intentional exhibitions, community-driven events like artist dinners and talks, and a deep commitment to curatorial integrity, Tiderip is a space we’re excited to watch grow.
We had the pleasure of chatting with Marj and Louis to learn more about their vision, the friction that fuels it, and what truly makes Tiderip unique.
Why Tiderip? What drew you to a name that suggests friction and flow?
We were drawn to the name Tiderip because it captures the kind of tension we find productive. A tiderip is the subtle turbulence created when opposing currents meet, often producing a temporary elevation in the water’s surface. It felt like a natural metaphor for the gallery. For us, Tiderip is about the meeting of different perspectives, practices, and voices. We’re a curator and a collector, coming from different directions but building something together. That friction creates energy, and we try to channel it into the way we programme shows, support artists, and frame conversations around the work. Each exhibition becomes a moment of elevation shaped by that creative dialogue. It is always temporary, but always transformative, and we are constantly looking ahead to the next collision of ideas.
As a curator and a collector, you come from different sides of the art world. How does that dynamic shape the way you build a programme together?
We naturally approach exhibitions from different perspectives, which creates a kind of creative tension. Marj is immersed in the artist’s process and the curatorial narrative of each show. Louis thinks about how a work holds space, how it might live in a room, and how it resonates in a collection. One begins in the studio, the other at the wall where the work ends up. That contrast means we are constantly navigating between creative instinct and the logistical reality of running a commercial gallery. There is a lot of conversation behind the scenes, sometimes aligned, sometimes not, but always moving towards a clearer direction that helps shape both the programme and the gallery’s identity with intention.
What makes an artist feel like a “Tiderip artist”? Is it a gut feeling, a shared sensibility, or something else entirely?
It’s often a mix of instinct and conversation. We’re drawn to practices that feel technically thoughtful, emotionally grounded, and sincere. We tend to connect with artists who are not chasing trends but are working through something personal, with care and clarity. We spend a lot of time with artists in and out of their studios, so personality also matters. There needs to be a sense of connection, a feeling that we resonate with them as people as much as we do with their work. Sometimes it’s a certain energy in the work. Sometimes it’s the way the artist talks about their process. The decision is never rushed. It’s about building trust over time and developing a special bond, not just filling a slot in the programme. We each come to the work with different preferences. Marj is often drawn to more abstract or process-led practices, while Louis has a strong pull towards figuration and narrative. But those differences lead to some of our most rewarding discussions. The artists we work with are usually the ones who spark something in both of us, often for different reasons. That shared spark is what tends to shape the programme. Our relationship with artists almost always extends beyond a single exhibition. We connect them with others in our roster through gallery dinners at our home, and we try to create opportunities for visibility, whether through press, community events, or talks. One of our proudest moments is seeing them grow, finding their voice, reaching new audiences, and gaining momentum that reaches far beyond the gallery walls.
Your first shows set a distinctive tone. What risks are you keen to take next, thematically or curatorially?
We have intentionally kept the gallery small and flexible so we can take creative risks without the pressure to be overly commercial or to constantly produce short-format exhibitions. One direction we are exploring is slowing down even further. That might mean working with fewer artists but in more depth, or allowing a single show to unfold across multiple spaces. Our September show, She Paints Still, will be a first step in that direction. It’s a dual-space exhibition that will unfold across both our Battersea gallery and Mandy Zhang Art, run by our friend and fellow gallerist in Marylebone. The show brings together two talented female artists, Alexandra Baraitser and Yu Xiao, whose distinct practices meet through a shared focus on continuity, formal experimentation, and space-making. Baraitser’s earlier works at Tiderip will reflect on interior design and modernist objects, while her more recent paintings at Mandy Zhang Art shift toward architectural exteriors. Yu Xiao’s two series respond in parallel, examining perception, identity, and the tension between ideals and lived experience. Together, their works form a quiet, layered dialogue across time and space. We’re increasingly drawn to formats that prioritise depth over immediacy and give artists the time and space to push their practice further.
Tiderip’s Growing Legacy
Tiderip’s programming has already set a distinctive tone, offering emotionally resonant and materially rich exhibitions. Recent shows such as Tide • Anchor, which explored themes of return and reconnection, Faded, inspired by Proust’s In Search of Lost Time and delving into memory, mythology, and estrangement, and Soft Burn, which examined emotional intensity through colour and contradiction, have firmly established Tiderip as a space for deep, reflective exhibitions that resist the pressures of spectacle.
Tiderip’s commitment to a unique curatorial vision, artist-first approach, and emphasis on community building sets it apart from other galleries in the capital. We’re excited to see how the gallery continues to evolve, and we’ll be watching closely for their next creative collision.
Tiderip is open Thursday to Saturday from 11:00 AM to 6:00 PM, and Tuesday to Wednesday by appointment. Location: 9b Battersea Square, London, SW11 3RA, United Kingdom.
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Lead image: Louis Jacquier and Marjorier Ding at Tiderip, pictured with Maia (2025) and Roundabout (2025) by Sin U Lam. Photograph by ZimplePlus Studio.
