About

Aia Contemporary is an independent art space based in Prague, dedicated to presenting contemporary work by international artists whose practices are shaped, in some way, by tattooing. This curatorial focus gives Aia a distinct position within the art world, offering a platform for artists who move between tattooing and contemporary visual art in original, often unexpected ways. Whether through personal experience, visual language, or creative influence, this connection forms a quiet but deliberate thread across the program.

The gallery’s exhibitions include painting, sculpture, installation, and works on paper, and are shaped by process, material exploration, and a commitment to individual artistic voice.

The gallery is led by Rory Schmitz, a curator and creative director with over a decade of experience in contemporary art. He previously co-founded Skalitzers Contemporary Art in Berlin, a gallery known for bringing tagging and street-influenced work into the exhibition space. There, he worked with artists including Carlos Mare, POET, ROA, Vhils, Danny Gretscher, COPE2, NUG, and VAO crew, curating shows in both Europe and Australia. At Aia, his focus continues to be on artists with a strong visual identity and a distinct, personal approach to their work.

Lee Stewart is a visual artist and tattooer whose studio is housed within Aia Contemporary. Known for her abstract, brushstroke-based work, Lee moves fluidly between tattooing, painting, and installation. Her work is driven by gesture, emotion, and immediacy, and has been exhibited internationally. Through both her tattoo practice and studio-based work, she brings a deeply personal and intuitive energy to the space.

Aia works closely with collectors, curators, and institutions to support the placement and visibility of the artists it presents. For inquiries about available works, exhibitions, or representation, please reach out to the gallery.

You can contact Aia Contemporary at info@aiacontemporary.com. The gallery maintains regular open hours and is also available by appointment.
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faq

  • If you need to get in contact with us to change any details of your order send us a quick email with your details to admin@aiacontemporary.com and we will get back to you asap.

  • Works currently exhibited

    Works that are part of a current exhibition will ship out as soon as the exhibition is over.

    At the moment this applies to the works by NADi from the show Behind Connections.

    Packing and Tracking

    All artwork is meticulously packed by the gallery and unless otherwise arranged it is sent with Czech Post.

    Items will be shipped within 2 business days and tracking details sent soon after.

    Large Items + High Shipping Cost

    If the art you are considering is large or expensive get in contact with admin@aiacontemporary.com and tell us where you want the items shipped and we may be able to find you a more bespoke shipping option.

    Import Duties and Taxes

    Various import duties and taxes may be charged by the local customs office, when artworks are imported into the customer's local country.

    VAT is included in the price of each item.

    Destinations

    Aia Contemporary currently ships to the countries below. If your country is not listed get in contact with us to see if an alternative shipping method can be arranged.

    Countries we currently ship to: Argentina, Australia, Austria, The Bahamas, Belgium, Brazil, Canada, Croatia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Japan, South Korea, Latvia, Lichtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Mexico, Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Serbia, Singapore, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Taiwan, Thailand, Turkey, Ukraine, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom, United States and Vatican City.

  • All original artworks purchased from Aia Contemporary comes with a Certificate of Authenticity signed by the gallery.

  • Visit our contact page to send us a message or send us an email directly to admin@aiacontemporary.com