Kara danced devinely tonight and has done so on many other nights, but I just think we should appreciate Artems choreograhy and the way he stands back in the dances at times to showcase Kara.

I get fed up of proffessionals who over dance to try to hide a partners weakeness ( yes, Natalie you tonight and last week).

and those who want their partners to conform to their dancing style instead of adjusting their style to what the partner is good at.

I think Artem has produced some stunning dances and has showcased his celebrity wonderfully. If not for the teeth I think he would be perfect.

I'm totally in love with artem this year
love the fact that he's not all smily nicey - he has a bit of strop about him
love it

MASSIVE RESPECT and applause for Artem - he has been an incredible addition to SCD.

Well done Artem.

*stands back and applauds*

Absolutley agree , He has show cased Kara and made her look like pro . Andhis bravery that night he injured his was lovely .

Artem has been brilliant. I was really doubtful about his inclusion on the show to start with, but so hope he comes back next year. He shows great integrity, really concentrating on the dance rather than gimmicks. On a personal level he has a very charming personality.

new boy done good!

Doesn't hurt that he looks good with his shirt off.

But seriously, he is amazing, he stands back and lets her take the applause, with him it's genuine, with James when he did it for pamela tonight it just looked fake.

He is so dedicated and tries to hard to make the dance perfect.

His choreography is breathtaking, only he and Kara have made me cry this year.

Yep agree with OP. He's a smiley, passionate, chappy.

Artem has been a fantastic addition to SCD. I really hope he is back next year,

He is indeed making me think that maybe there is a god.

Artem has accomplished something I never, ever thought would happen - he's made me forget to mourn the loss of Matt Cutler. His choreography has been astounding week after week, he comes across as a very lovely guy and even the prospect of a romance on Strictly hasn't put me off him - that's also quite a feat lol. He is my favourite pro now. Love him and the work he does on this show.

he is amazing.... and has anyone seen his photo in Cosmo mag? good grief - perfection.

I think he's great.... not really realised the point you made about the way he steps back to show Kara's dancing. That's a really good point - thanks!

have already commented in here but just have to agree with this post.

I'm glad I'm not the only one who also thought that James doing the same thing looked rather "copycatting" and fake.

Artem genuinely showcases Kara so SHE can shine, not him - is one of his tremendous (and numerous) strengths.

he is, quite simply, outstanding.

Does anyone know the name of the music that they were dancing to please

The thing I like is that he hasnt dummed down his choreogrphy for Kara, he has pushed her each week (unlike James) and I agree he has let Kara take the applause most weeks without it looking false (unlike others)

Viennese Waltz was Stop by Jamelia

Rumba was Samba Pa Ti by Santana

Samba Pa Ti by Santana - guitar by Carlos Santana. Fabulous piece of 70s music.

Oops forgot to say that I love Artem too - his choreography is amazing, I've never seen one of the professsionals time it so well to the music.
He seems like a nice guy too, wanting Kara to have the limelight at the end of the dance

And I like the fact that he can have a bit of a strop too

Even though I am a Matt supporter I cannot disagree with this. He has been amazing.

He is the man. Kara is the woman. Pam is the ham. James is the sham.

Beautifully put, if I may say so.

Artem has been very focused and professional but has not been afraid to push Kara to her limits.

Should definitely be back next year

You're showing your age and I'm showing mine but it was by Sam Brown


Artem is a dance god and choreography genius. He can do no wrong in my eyes.
Gorgeous to boot too.

He's the only one of the new male pro's I'd like to see back next year.