Katie Keight is one of the London art scene’s most glamorous personalities. The 26-year-old former model has been a regular presence in the media over the last few years, thanks partly to her ongoing relationship with controversial British artist Damien Hirst. But there’s far more to Keight than her tabloid profile would suggest.Professionally, her talents are diverse, spanning multiple roles within the spheres of fashion and film. She starred in her first feature film in 2013 – the science-fiction film “Post|Human” – and in the same year played one of the lead roles in the UK drama “Red Velvet.” She is also something of an Instagram star, with her followers (@katiekeight) numbering almost 68,000.Katie Keight’s latest project is a new web series titled “Letting Go” (view here) which she not only stars in but also writes, produces, and directs. The documentary-style series is described as “an excerpt of a girl’s life, coming to terms with losing her Dad and learning to cope.” It’s available on YouTube and has developed a well-deserved and ever-growing cult following.BLOUIN ARTINFO recently got in touch with Katie Keight and asked her a few questions about her favorite places to eat, stay, shop, and visit in her beloved home city of London.Where would you head to in London to find inspiration? I live by Richmond Park, which is a huge Nature Reserve, and I find it to be essential to walk in there often to shake off any anxious feelings and clear the head, making space for new ideas. There are so many deer there roaming free, and when I take friends there who haven’t been before, they are always a bit blown away!What restaurants, bars, and cafes would you recommend in London and why? My favorite cuisine is Thai Food and I go to 101 Thai Kitchen in Hammersmith – it’s mouth-watering authentic home cooking. I believe the best curry in London is Noor Jahan 2 in Paddington. River Cafe in Fulham serves the best Italian produce in a lovely pastel setting. For a decadent drink head to Renaissance Hotel with its powerful Victorian decor, or grab a cosy night cap at the Chiltern Firehouse in Marylebone.How would you spend a free morning or afternoon in London? Honestly, I would try and chill at home and catch up on box sets, but if I were suggesting to a friend I would say go see the Hunterian Museum, which displays quite gruesome instruments and crazy things in jars, all fascinating and morbid!Where would you head to for the best shopping and what would you buy?Dover Street Market for clothes and accessories, no question! For gorgeous curated gifts, art, and furniture I go to Alex Eagle in Soho. When I’m in East London on a Sunday I try to get to Columbia road for some colorful flowers for the week ahead. And the ultimate food market is Borough Market, it has such great vibes.Where would you recommend people stay when they visit London? I always love visiting friends when they stay at the Shangri-La which is in the Shard (tallest building in London). Sometimes you need to get high to get perspective. In this Airbnb era, I’d recommend to try and stay somewhere in Notting Hill – it’s iconic for a reason. It’s definitely something to sleep and wake there; it is its own little world.What are the best places to see art in London? Whitechapel Gallery is an important habitat in the London art scene and has such a rich history. Newport Street Gallery presents exhibitions from Damien Hirst’s collection, the space itself is also amazing and it’s free admission. I also champion The Unit London which was founded by two young artists, it has a lot of passion.What projects are you currently involved in? I’m presently writing more life-tackling themed scripts for my channel “Letting Go” amongst other writing projects. It’s without a doubt the most rewarding “thing” I have discovered. It allows me to express myself and grow. Read more