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In this episode David Bellingham talks with abstract and conceptual painter Lara Julian at her exhibition on 100 Kenston High Street. Lara — born in Siberia, trained in international relations and banking before retraining at the School of Visual Arts (New York) and the Slade (London) — describes her path from finance to a sustained painting practice and her family art background.

The conversation explores Lara’s working methods (long vertical brushstrokes built over months or years, often 50–60 layered passages, grounded in the Munsell colour system), her art-historical references (Titian, Rothko, Kandinsky), recent shows (Bonhams, Saatchi dialogues, Avicyn Gallery, Gallery 8, Zebra 1) and notable sales and speaking engagements. You’ll hear close looking at key works — Nimbus Petition, Unfolding Expansion, Velvet Hours, Fractal — and how texture, rhythm and color coding shape her pieces.

They also discuss the business of being an artist: how banking taught discipline and cataloguing, studio economics and pricing for long-term works, selling to corporate and private collectors, exhibiting beyond the white cube, digital/video and AI experiments, and practical advice for dealers, advisors and students about nurturing an artist’s long-term strategy rather than chasing trends.

Welcome back to the Art Business Podcast. In this episode host and guest Mazdak Sanii, founder and CEO of Avant Arte, discuss the decade-long journey of building a major contemporary art platform that has generated over $150 million in revenue and engaged more than 4 million collectors worldwide. Mazdak explains how his early M&A training at Rothschild shaped his leadership and soft skills, and how mentorship and recruiting the right people have been critical to scaling the business.

Topics covered include Avant Arte’s operational response to the 2022 market downturn, the company’s time-limited edition model, pricing strategy, and the decision to acquire Make-Ready, now the world’s largest fine art printing studio, to secure supply-chain quality and deepen relationships with artists. Mazdak also discusses how Avant Arte funds projects, works with artists and galleries on pricing and edition sizing, and fosters long-term artist partnerships.

The conversation explores Mazdak’s role as a trustee of the National Portrait Gallery, advising on digital and commercial strategies, and how museums can engage younger donors and diversify income streams. He reflects on governance lessons from nonprofit boards, the value of emotional intelligence in leadership, and global opportunities for expanding collector bases in regions like Latin America, Greater China, Japan, and South Korea.

Expect practical insights on financing, hiring, operating a creative business at scale, and the intersection of craft, commerce, and cultural stewardship; plus anecdotes about classical music, mentorship, and the philosophy behind building a more accessible collecting ecosystem.

Links:

https://avantarte.com/

https://makereadyeditions.com/

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How should artists price their work, earn royalties and build sustainable creative businesses? In this episode of The Art Business Podcast, David Bellingham talks to artist, author and Artonomics founder Halim Flowers about pricing art, financial literacy, intellectual property and building multiple revenue streams.

Halim transformed 22 years of incarceration and self-education into an international creative practice. He discusses his journey from self-publishing and street entrepreneurship to working with galleries, Warner Brothers, institutional collectors and public projects.

Topics include:

• How artists can price their work and understand their financial value • Budgeting and building multiple revenue streams • Artist resale royalties and intellectual-property protection • Building intergenerational value from creative work • Blockchain and tokenisation • Using AI as a business tool for artists • Measuring cultural value and impact • Community-building and ethical for-profit models • Translating art into education, curriculum and commercial projects

Halim also discusses the Artonomics Cultural Capital Index and his approach to using data and technology to demonstrate cultural value and impact.

Key takeaways: Treat your creative practice as a business; diversify income; protect your intellectual property; use technology and data intelligently; and build communities that can extend the impact and value of artistic work.

Links:

https://www.art-o-nomics.com/

https://www.instagram.com/halimflowers/

https://www.halim-flowers.com/

https://www.forbes.com/sites/afdhelaziz/2025/12/05/how-halim-flowers-turns-art-into-weapons-of-mass-construction/

https://www.obama.org/programs/leaders/usa/2025-2026/halim-a-flowers/

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David Bellingham interviews Ricardo Gonzales, founder of Art Collector IQ, about building AI tools for the art market. They discuss the origin of the project, the data and technical challenges of cleaning and standardizing auction records, and how AI models (ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini and others) are combined to produce valuations, artist dashboards, weekly market briefs, and provenance checks.

The episode covers the suite of tools Ricardo has developed—including Art Collector IQ, ArtCheck, ArtGallery IQ, the Cultural Signal, and an iOS app that scans paintings for on-the-spot valuations—explaining how each tool works and who uses them (collectors, galleries, advisors, and researchers). They also explore legal and ethical considerations like hammer prices vs. buyer’s premiums, gaps in provenance (including Nazi-era concerns), and the need for human judgment alongside AI outputs.

Listeners will hear case examples, practical workflow descriptions, and tips for students and professionals on using AI responsibly in art business research and valuation.

Links:

https://www.artcollectoriq.com/

https://www.instagram.com/artcollector_iq/

https://www.linkedin.com/company/art-collector-iq/posts/?feedView=all

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Host Dr David Bellingham, Programme Director of the MA Art Business, Sotheby's Institute of Art, London, speaks with independent London curator and writer Maria Hinel about building a curatorial career outside commercial institutions and the philosophical threads that shape her exhibitions. They discuss her training (UCL, Courtauld), early work at Skarstedt Gallery, and independent projects at spaces including General Assembly, Shtager & Shch and Hypha Studios.

The episode covers recurring themes in Hinel's practice: the relations between the human and the non-human; language; identity; gender; temporality; ecology and the agency of animals. They explore how these ideas informed exhibitions such as Drive Your Plow Over the Bones of the Dead, Timescapes, Carbon, Carbon Everywhere and The Middle Voice. Artists referenced include Susan Eyre, Amalia Pica & Rafael Ortega, Francis Alÿs, Jochen Lempert, Anne Marie Maes, Kat Lyons, Claudia Losi and Alina Zamanova.

Key points: the dialogic process between curator and artist; staging multi-media shows across project spaces; making invisible forces (cosmic rays, magnetic vision) and animal perspectives visible; ethical and political questions around animal personhood, activism and visibility; and upcoming projects and ambitions, including a broader focus on contemporary Ukrainian art.

Official / profile pages

• Website: mariahinel.com
• Hypha Studios bio: hyphastudios.com/maria-hinel-2-2/
• LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/4b7b98b9/
• Instagram: @mariahinel
• ArtRabbit curator profile: artrabbit.com/people/maria-hinel/curator

Exhibitions (in episode order)

• Timescapes (Shtager & Shch, 2023) — covered on her FAD Magazine tag page
• The Middle Voice (Shtager & Shch, 2024) — listed on ArtRabbit
• Carbon, Carbon Everywhere (Hypha HQ, 2025) — artplugged.co.uk write-up
• The Pleasure of Misuse (Royal Society of Sculptors, 2025) — her own page or the institution's page
• Drive Your Plow Over the Bones of the Dead (Hypha Gallery 1, 2026) — artplugged.co.uk write-up

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In this episode of The Art Business Podcast, Dr David Bellingham, Programme Director of the MA Art Business at Sotheby's Institute of Art, London, is joined by leading antiquities specialist Dr Judith Nugée. Drawing on more than forty years of experience as a scholar, auctioneer, advisor and valuer, Judith offers a fascinating insight into one of the art market's most complex and compelling sectors. Together they explore how antiquities challenge conventional ideas of value, ownership and authenticity, discussing provenance research, cultural heritage, collecting, ethics and the valuation of national treasures. Far more than a conversation about the ancient world, this episode reveals what the antiquities market can teach us about the wider art business today.

https://hornsbynugee.com/

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In this episode David Bellingham interviews Michalina Maria Franasik, an MA Art Business graduate who now works as Communications Manager for the Treasure House Art Fair in London and as creative director of a contemporary art space in Lodz, Poland. They discuss: Michalina’s transition from business studies to the art world; her use of social media and content creation to learn and make connections; and practical career advice for graduates.

The conversation covers behind-the-scenes logistics of staging Treasure House at the Royal Hospital Chelsea (24–30 June), the role of art fairs in a digital and sustainability-conscious age, and trends in antiques, decorative arts and small boutique fairs. Michalina also describes her work representing Polish artists and upcoming exhibition projects that bridge Polish and UK audiences.

Listeners will hear actionable tips on networking (attending previews, speaking to exhibitors), the value of experience in smaller organisations, and how digital storytelling and consistent, genuine content can open professional doors in the cultural sector.

Links:

https://www.treasurehousefair.com/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/michalina-maria-franasik-597849249/ 

https://www.linkedin.com/company/kantor-sztuki/ 

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In this episode David Bellingham welcomes back alumna Blythe Hogan, Vice President and Senior Director of Art & Collections Practice at Aon Private Risk Management. They explore Blythe’s journey from studying art history to nearly two decades specializing in art insurance, risk management and collection strategy for private collectors and family offices.

Topics covered include how fine art insurance works (scheduled vs blanket policies and retail replacement values), common collector misconceptions, valuation and provenance, emergency planning, transit and storage risks, climate and catastrophe considerations, and the role of technology and AI in modern risk assessment. Blythe shares practical examples and anecdotes, discusses the evolving global market and logistics of works on the move, and offers career advice for young professionals interested in interdisciplinary art careers.

Listeners will learn what to expect in protecting valuable collections, the importance of proactive risk management and documentation, and how leadership and trusted relationships shape success in this niche field.

Georgina Adam, editor‑at‑large of The Art Newspaper and author of multiple books about decades of change in the global art market, joins the show to discuss the forces reshaping how at is bought, sold and valued today.

We explore the shift from antiques to contemporary art, the rise of private museums, and the evolution of auction practices including guarantees, white‑glove sales and pre‑auction arrangements.  We also look at transparency, market opacity, and the growing overlap between art and luxury goods.

Key insights include regional market dynamics (China, India and the Middle East); the influence of mega‑galleries and collectors on cultural value; how younger collectors prioritize identity, social media and experiences; and both the concerns and reasons for optimism about the future of the art world.

In this episode of the Art Business Podcast David Bellingham, Programme Director of the MA Art Business, Sotheby's Institute of Art, visits the Wolf Collective, a curatorial platform run from the co-founders’ modernist home in Primrose Hill. Guests Lupe Sanchez, a curator and advisor with experience in blue-chip galleries and deep ties to Japanese craft traditions, and architect/developer Iain Pattie discuss how their domestic space has evolved into an intimate exhibition platform. The current solo presentation by Chicago-based artist Jaclyn Mednicov , whose ceramics, prints and installations reflect long periods of research in Japan, anchors the conversation.

Topics covered include: the practical and emotional value of showing art in a lived-in home rather than a white-cube gallery; how architecture and natural light shape viewer experience; programming that blends music and performance with exhibitions; curatorial relationships rooted in long-term support; and the social dynamics of invitation-based shows. Lupe and Iain explain why intimacy, community, and multisensory experiences guide their model, how it complements (and differs from) commercial galleries and fairs, and what the Wolf Collective offers artists and local audiences.

Listeners can expect reflections on artistic process, cross-cultural collaboration, the economics and sustainability of private home galleries, and the ways small, intentional spaces can shift values around attention, care and community in the contemporary art world. The Wolf Collective’s exhibitions are open by appointment; the current Jaclyn Mednicov show runs into late summer.

Links:

https://www.madeinbed.co.uk/emerging-artists/imprints-fragments-reliefs-jaclyn-mednicov?rq=jaclyn%20mednicov

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In this episode of the Art Business Podcast, host David speaks with Alisa Demchenko, an MA Art Business (Sotheby’s Institute, London) graduand, and Nilanjan Das, a printmaker and PhD artist from Bhubaneswar, NE India, about their optional TAF (The Arts Family) collaboration. They discuss Alisa’s dissertation on AI in art valuation and personalization, and how algorithmic visibility shapes how emerging artists present their work online.

The conversation explores Nilanjan’s practice—serigraphy, cyanotype and concrete-board works that investigate public space, plant life, urban beautification and power structures—and how Elisa supported him with portfolio sequencing, narrative framing, artist statements, gallery research and strategic positioning for both UK and Indian contexts.

Key takeaways include practical mentorship methods (regular remote meetings, clarity over reinvention), ethical boundaries for art-business professionals, the importance of artist statements and sequencing, and steps for presenting to galleries and curators. The episode closes with next steps, contact handles (LinkedIn for Alisa, Instagram for Nilanjan) and actionable advice for emerging artists and arts professionals.

Links:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/alisa-demchenko-bb24ab235/

https://www.instagram.com/nelvsnel/?hl=en

https://www.theartsfamily.com/artists/nilanjan-das

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Dr. David Bellingham speaks with Shahane Hakobyan, MA Art Business alumna and founder/CEO of ARTanalyst, about her journey from artist to gallery director to tech entrepreneur. They discuss the fragmented nature of art market data, the value of measuring financial, cultural and social indicators, and how ARTanalyst’s AI-driven platform helps galleries connect internal CRM and inventory data with external signals (auctions, press, social) to generate actionable insights, KPIs and meeting prep. They cover lessons from Art Dubai and Galerie Kornfeld, building and testing measurement frameworks, ethical data use and security, and the practical benefits of bringing analytics to the primary market. Shahane shares advice for emerging professionals, challenges of fundraising and adoption, and her vision for a networked, collaborative art ecosystem.

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We meet guests Kasia Piszkos (Art Director) and Lukasz Sinitsyn (Gallery Manager) live from Warsaw to discuss the founding of Bliss Gallery earlier in 2025, the meaning behind its name, and its location in a historic fourth‑floor apartment. They outline the gallery’s curatorial focus on abstraction and minimalism and describe standout shows such as Hydrofornia and Material Tendencies, plus their presentation of Urszula Bról at Artissima.

The episode covers: practical gallery logistics (including installing water on an upper floor!); Warsaw’s gallery ecology and Warsaw Gallery Weekend; strategies for art fairs (Vienna, Artissima) and growing international ambitions; the role of social media; and plans to revisit overlooked Polish artists and collaborate with foreign curators.

Links:

https://blissgallery.pl/en/home/

@bliss_warsaw

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David Bellingham speaks with Victor Custot and Carmen Hu of Waddington Custot Gallery about continuing a 70-year family legacy, the gallery’s curatorial identity, and their approaches to artist representation and international engagement. They discuss the gallery’s focus on technical excellence, relationships with artist estates (including Peter Blake and Barry Flanagan), and recent contemporary exhibitions such as Qiong Er and textile artist Kenia Almaraz Murillo. The hosts also cover operational choices, including reconfiguring the reception to highlight artworks, and the role of gallery staff and technicians in executing ambitious shows.

Victor and Carmen reflect on trends in collector behaviour post-pandemic, the importance of art fairs, online sales dynamics, and generational shifts in collecting. They share advice for MA Art Business students on finding a niche, being curious, and building long-term professional relationships. Listeners are invited to visit the gallery on Cork Street and follow updates at waddingtoncustot.com.

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Join host Dr David Bellingham, Programme Director of the MA in Art Business at Sotheby’s Institute of Art London, and guest Dr. Natasha Degen, incoming Director of Sotheby’s Institute of Art New York (January 2026), Chair of Art Market Studies at FIT, and author of The Market and Merchants of Style, for a wide-ranging conversation about the evolving art market and the future of art education.

Natasha outlines her academic and professional journey from Princeton to China, the UK and New York, explaining what drew her to study the market side of art and how interdisciplinary training shaped her approach. She reflects on leading the MA in Art Market Studies at FIT, the challenges of curriculum design and the balance between academic rigour and practical vocational training for students seeking careers across galleries, auction houses, museums, fashion and luxury.

The episode surveys major market shifts of the last decade: the impact of the 2008 financial crisis, China’s rise and contraction, and the pandemic’s role as an accelerator for digital sales, NFTs and online auctions. Natasha and David discuss globalization’s new phase, the rising cost of doing art business, and how auction houses have diversified into luxury, increasingly relying on luxury sales to offset fine art volatility.

They explore the deepening convergence of art and fashion, from Warhol and Paul Poiret to contemporary brand collaborations, and consider how luxury houses and cultural institutions are reshaping value and taste. The conversation also tackles digital platforms, NFTs, and social media as new routes to recognition that have fractured traditional dealer-critic pathways.

Natasha shares her vision for Sotheby’s Institute New York: strengthening academic programming, launching new offerings (including an MA in Luxury Business), leveraging ties with the auction house, and cultivating a close-knit, interdisciplinary student community. Ethics, law, sustainability, diversity and repatriation debates are highlighted as central topics that should be re-integrated into art-business curricula.

Practical advice for students and early-career professionals focuses on identifying what excites you, playing to your strengths, being open to entrepreneurial paths, and recognizing the breadth of careers available, from studio management and logistics to artist representation and brand partnerships. Natasha concludes with a reading recommendation (Mary Davis’s Paul Poiret: Inventing Modern Luxury) and reflections on the continuing importance of fieldwork and international exposure despite environmental and ethical trade-offs.

Expect an informed, candid and interdisciplinary conversation that bridges history, theory and market practice: essential listening for students, curators, collectors and anyone tracking the intersections of art, fashion, luxury and digital innovation.

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Welcome to the Art Business Podcast with David Bellingham. In this episode David speaks with Charlotte Stewart, Managing Director of MyArtBroker, about her non‑traditional route into the art world, her decade at Christie’s, and the digital pivot that led her to help build a leading online prints and editions brokerage.

Charlotte describes how editorial storytelling and business management skills learned in traditional auction-house roles have shaped her approach to marketing, valuation and running a profitable tech-enabled business. She explains why MyArtBroker focuses on prints and editions, how the platform combines a machine‑learning valuation engine (drawing on data from some 400 auction houses) with specialist human expertise, and why authenticity, condition reports and conservator checks remain central to every sale.

The conversation covers MyArtBroker’s business model — private sales, referrals and trade business — and practical differences from galleries and auction houses, including zero percent seller fees and taking a buyer-side margin. Charlotte reflects on how the pandemic accelerated online buying, why Banksy prints were particularly well-suited to digital brokerage, and how the company balanced rapid growth with maintaining trust and authority in the market.

Key themes include the interplay of technology and human judgement (Charlotte’s “sandwich” analogy for AI as an assistant, not a replacement), the importance of focused specialism rather than chasing shiny new products, and the role of curated content and data in building credibility. She also discusses collector demographics, the looming wealth transfer from boomers to younger buyers, and predictions for how brokerage, authentication and digital tools may evolve over the next five years.

Listeners can expect practical insights for anyone interested in art careers, digital transformation in the art market, and the operational realities of running an online brokerage — from valuation methodology and trust-building to when to use technology and when human specialists must lead the process.

Guest: Charlotte Stewart, Managing Director at My Art Broker. Host: David Bellingham, Programme Director, MA Art Business, Sotheby's Institute of Art London. Topics: career paths in the art market; prints and editions brokerage; valuation algorithms and machine learning; pandemic acceleration of online sales; authentication and condition reporting; AI as an assistant; collector behaviour and the future of art brokerage.

Links: 

https://www.myartbroker.com/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/charlotte-stewart-775a35a1/?originalSubdomain=uk

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In this episode David interviews Zein Khalifa, alumna of the MA in Photography at Sotheby's Institute of Art London and co-founder of Tintera, the only private gallery in Egypt dedicated to fine art photography, about her journey from photographer to gallerist and the gallery’s mission to showcase and preserve contemporary Egyptian photography.

They discuss analog vs digital practices, curatorial choices, working with Egyptian and regional artists, building audiences locally and internationally, and Tintera’s participation in the forthcoming 1:54 (London) and Paris Photo art fairs.

Links:

https://www.tintera.art/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/zein-khalifa-90767425/?originalSubdomain=uk

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David interviews painter Georgia Dymock about her artistic journey since leaving Slade: solo shows, selection for New Contemporaries, representation by Gillian Jason, and winning the ACS x Gurr John Studio Prize. They discuss how the prize and gallery exposure are shaping her career.

Georgia explains her studio routine in Camden and her process of moving from digital sculpture (ZBrush, rendering) to oil on herringbone linen, exploring themes of connectedness, ambiguity, hybrid mythic figures and the balance between surface and psychological distance. She also reflects on influences, practical art‑business skills, and plans to expand her work.

Links: https://www.georgiadymock.com/

https://www.gillianjason.com/artists/97-georgia-dymock/

https://www.gurrjohns.com/

https://artistscollectingsociety.org/news/2025-acs-studio-prize-x-gurr-johns-exhibition/

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This lecture explores Sandro Botticelli's Venus and Mars, examining its Neoplatonist layers of meaning, ambiguous identities, and possible identifications with historical figures like Giuliano de' Medici and Simonetta Vespucci.

The talk discusses iconography, seasonal symbolism, botanical clues (including the thorn apple/Datura), Christian readings (Adam and Eve, Mary Magdalene), and the painting's likely function in a marriage chamber, offering a multi-semantic interpretation that blends myth, history, and moral commentary.

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In this second episode of a two-part lecture series, Dr David Bellingham continues his exploration of the art market, tracing its development from the Renaissance to the contemporary global scene. Drawing on historical, economic, and ethical perspectives, the lecture examines how art evolved from elite patronage into a commodified asset shaped by imperialism, celebrity culture, and financial speculation. Topics include:

• The rise of branded artists and the value of materials
• The emergence of auction houses and commercial galleries
• Colonial plunder and the ethics of restitution
• The impact of globalisation and digital transparency
• The role of collectors, dealers, and art fairs in shaping today’s market

This episode completes the journey begun in Part I, offering a critical overview of the forces that continue to shape the art world today.

Keywords: Art Market History, Renaissance Patronage, Auction Houses, Colonial Acquisitions, Contemporary Art Fairs, MAAB, David Bellingham

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In this first episode of a two-part lecture series, Dr David Bellingham traces the evolution of the art market from its prehistoric origins to the medieval period. Drawing on archaeological, literary, and technical evidence, the lecture explores how art objects transitioned from ritual and utilitarian functions into exchangeable commodities. Topics include:

• Long-distance trade and stylistic diffusion in ancient cultures
• The emergence of artist signatures and competition in Classical Greece
• Roman collecting, auctions, and the replication of originals
• The role of advisors and secondary markets
• The shift to church patronage and the proto-Renaissance

This episode sets the stage for Part II, which will examine the rise of the modern art market from the Renaissance to the present day.

Keywords: Art Market History, Ancient Trade, Artist Branding, Roman Collecting, Medieval Patronage, MAAB, David Bellingham

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Welcome to the Art Business Podcast! In this episode, David Bellingham, Programme Director of the MA Art Business, Sotheby's Institute of Art London, investigates the dynamic landscape of Ukrainian art during wartime. Alongside curator and art historian Bohdan Mysiuha and interpreter Olena Grubb, the discussion explores the shifting priorities among Ukrainian art collectors, emphasizing the cultural significance and quality of national art.

The conversation highlights the resurgence of early Ukrainian modernism, revealing how historical events influence contemporary art. Bohdan shares his journey in documenting lesser-known Ukrainian artists, reflecting on the importance of understanding Ukraine's art history in the global context.

Listeners gain insight into the innovative models supporting Ukrainian art, including the privately funded Mercury Center for Intellectual Art. The dialogue underscores the vital role of art in visualizing the world and fostering a vibrant cultural identity, even amid the challenges posed by the ongoing conflict.

Links:

https://ciamercury.com/en/about-us/?srsltid=AfmBOorgTdTn0p3sTAhdCRqeliWmnrIreZtAAWzuZFy6U-rlhObnvrTC

https://www.artsy.net/partner/center-of-intellectual-art-mercury

https://lvivgallery.org.ua/museums/muzey-modernizmu

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In this engaging episode of The Art Business Podcast, host David Bellingham sits down with Anastasia Lander, Associate Director at Pelham Communications in London and a notable alumna of Sotheby’s Institute of Art. Anastasia shares her fascinating journey from shaping the world's biggest beauty brands like Dior and MAC to navigating the dynamic landscapes of international art communications.

Anastasia discusses her initial exposure to art through family influences and her academic journey at Sotheby’s Institute, as well as her experiences at global events such as the Venice Biennale. The conversation explores her career transition from PR for luxury cosmetics to the art world, revealing how the meticulous skills from the beauty industry informed her current role in art communications.

Listeners will gain insights into Anastasia’s strategic expertise, especially in managing international projects in regions such as Saudi Arabia and Uzbekistan, and her ability to adapt and craft stories that resonate across different cultural landscapes. Join this adventure into the intersection of art, business, and cultural storytelling, reflecting on their vibrant fusion in today's global art scene.

Links:

https://pelhamcommunications.com/

https://landerlander.com/

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Welcome back to the Art Business Podcast with David Bellingham, Programme Director at MA Art Business at Sotheby's Institute of Art in London. In this episode, David engages in an enlightening conversation with Anna Kuznetsova, Managing Director of Conscious Tech BV and Board Chair of Art Zuiderzee. Anna's rich experience across law, business, and the arts offers listeners a masterclass in blending strategic thinking with creative ambition.

Join them as they revisit their recent study trip to the Netherlands, exploring TEFAF art fair, artists' studios and exhibitions, and engaging in discussions on the impact of global market dynamics on the art scene. Anna shares insights from her guest lectures and her unique journey from a young artist to a leader in global business initiatives.

The episode also touches on the fascinating world of cross-cultural influences, particularly the rise of Chinese art in the West, and the recently rediscovered legacy of Ukrainian artist Alexander Bogomazov (1880-1930). Anna also sheds light on the innovative Art Zuiderzee initiative and its significance in connecting history with contemporary art.

Tune in for a journey through the intricate world of art and business, enriched by Anna Kuznetsova's unique art business perspective.

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Anna Kuznetsova is a dynamic global leader with over 20 years of experience spanning investment management, government contracting, art advocacy, and international relations. As Managing Director of a Conscious tech B.V., she strategically guides a Dutch investment fund focused on the US government contracting industry. Her portfolio includes serving as Board Chair at Art Zuiderzee, a cultural heritage foundation that spans its activities across the historic Zuiderzee region, and as Board Member at Alagant Tech LLC, supporting public sector IT services. With an educational background including a Master's in Art Business from Sotheby's Institute of Art (with Distinction), a BA in Law, and training at London Business School, Anna brings a rare combination of business acumen, artistic passion, and cross-cultural expertise to her endeavors. Fluent in multiple languages and experienced across Asia, Europe, and North America, she excels at building strategic partnerships that bridge diverse sectors and cultures, creating meaningful impact through innovation and social responsibility.

Links: 

www.linkedin.com/in/anna-kuznetsova-1858571

https://www.artzuiderzee.com/art-zuiderzee-about-us-en.html

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Welcome to another captivating edition of the Art Business Podcast, where we are absorbed into the fascinating world of art and business with some of the academic faculty from Sotheby's Institute of Art. Join us as Dr David Bellingham, Programme Director of the MA in Art Business, leads a compelling discussion with his esteemed colleagues.

Meet Dr. Melanie Fasche, Deputy Programme Director and Senior Lecturer, who shares her intriguing journey from economic geography to becoming a thought leader in the creative industries. Dr. Oliver Petersen Gilbert, Head of Learning Innovation, provides insights into the evolving relationship between art, the market and their place in wider culture.  Dr. Marina Maximova offers a unique perspective on Russian and Eastern European art, exploring the dynamic intersections of finance and art collecting as well as her passionate drive towards sustainability in the art world. Together, they investigate some current trends in the art market, the impact of technology, and the importance of sustainability.

This episode takes you beyond the classroom, discussing the latest research, innovative teaching methods, and the future of art and cultural policy. Tune in for an enriching conversation that bridges theory and practice in the ever-evolving art business landscape.

Link: https://www.sothebysinstitute.com/london/masters-programs/ma-art-business

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Join us in this captivating episode of the Art   Podcast as we discuss the intriguing journey of Anna Stolyarova, founder and director of the Street Art Museum Amsterdam. Anna shares her fascinating experiences, from her early exposure to art in a Soviet-era Ukraine to becoming a pivotal figure in the street art scene in Amsterdam.

Discover how the Street Art Museum Amsterdam is not just a collection of murals but a vibrant community and cultural hub that challenges the traditional notions of what a museum can be. Anna discusses the unique approach of integrating public participation, heritage, and digital innovation in street art, offering valuable insights into the intersection of art, business, and social impact.

Whether you're an art enthusiast or curious about new cultural models, this episode provides thought-provoking perspectives on how street art can transform neighborhoods and connect diverse communities. Listen in to explore the creativity, challenges, and future plans for this groundbreaking museum as Amsterdam approaches its 750th anniversary celebrations.

Links:

https://www.streetartmuseumamsterdam.com/ 

https://www.madeinbed.co.uk/interviews/anindya-sen-in-conversation-with-street-art-museum-founder-anna-stolyarova 

https://www.linkedin.com/in/annastolyarova/?originalSubdomain=nl

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Join us in this insightful episode of the Art Business Podcast with Dr. Katie Hill, an authority in Chinese modern and contemporary art. As a Senior Lecturer & Academic Lead at Sotheby's Institute of Art London, Dr. Hill shares her fascinating journey from her early encounters with art to becoming a leading expert in her field.

Dr. Hill delves into her formative experiences, including a pivotal trip to Italy and an immersive exhibition that ignited her passion for contemporary art. Discover how her deep interest in languages led her to explore Chinese art, influenced by her family history intertwined with Asia.

Explore the genesis of her academic career, her ventures in curating exhibitions of Chinese art, and her role in founding the Office for Chinese Contemporary Art. Dr. Hill also sheds light on her ambitious exhibitions and her ongoing efforts to promote Chinese art globally amidst a complex socio-political landscape.

Dr Katie Hill is an established curator and educator in the field of contemporary art from China and the Chinese diaspora. She gained an MA Hons in Chinese at the University of Edinburgh in 1989 and a DPhil in Art History at the University of Sussex in 2002. She runs her own consultancy, the Office of Contemporary Chinese Art (OCCA), focusing on curatorial, arts consultancy and education. She is currently Academic Lead, Asia and Senior Lecturer at Sotheby's Institute of Art, London, where she founded and directed the MA in Modern and Contemporary Asian Art. She is a co-author of the Chinese Art Book (Phaidon, 2013) and has written extensively on contemporary art from China, contributing to journals such as China Quarterly, the Journal of Contemporary Chinese Art (JCCA), Third Text, Apollo, The Burlington Magazine and numerous artists' catalogues. Her exhibition 'Strange Wonders: Jizi and Pioneers of Ink is currently at SOAS Gallery from 9th October-14th December, 2024.

Strange Wonders exhibition:

https://www.soas.ac.uk/about/event/strange-wonders-jizi-and-pioneers-contemporary-ink-china

Office of Contemporary Chinese Art: www.occaspace.com

Review by Lucia Alonso-Lasheras in Made in Bed

https://www.madeinbed.co.uk/reviews/strange-wonders-jizi-and-pioneers-of-contemporary-ink-from-china

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Welcome to a new episode of the Art Business Podcast, hosted by David Bellingham, Programme Director at Sotheby's Institute of Art in London. Join us in a fascinating conversation with UK-based artist Clare Strand, who challenges the traditional boundaries of the photographic medium. Clare is joined by two of David's MA students including Michalina Franasik who collaborated with her on an exciting project, A Butterfly & a Horse, showcasing at the V&A Museum.  Inspired by the early image transfer experiments in 1880 by Shelford Bidwell, a pioneer of modern digital technology, this monument explores how the creation, profusion, and circulation of images has a significant impact on our experience of time, memory, and identity.

Discover Clare's unique approach to art, stemming from a non-traditional upbringing where art was not a household norm. She shares her journey from childhood curiosity about images to becoming an artist who engages in a dynamic interplay between analogue and digital forms.

Listen to how Clare and the students transformed the idea of a monument by exploring themes of technology and memory through an interactive and thought-provoking participatory weekend at the V&A. The episode provides insights into the inspiration behind Claire's artworks and the students' collaborative efforts in curating a meaningful artistic experience.

Links:

https://www.clarestrand.co.uk/ 

https://www.vam.ac.uk/event/RQzAwwb70l/sia-sept-2024?srsltid=AfmBOooCbvUTVJJwJhtKvKRN-nysssU2wuVltVJf9romvZTuFWtNSl2I 

https://www.sothebysinstitute.com/news-and-events/events/a-butterfly-and-a-horse-by-clare-strand

https://www.scienceandmediamuseum.org.uk/objects-and-stories/first-digital-photos 

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Welcome to the Art Business Podcast, where we delve into the intricate world of art and commerce. I'm David Bellingham, the Programme Director of the Master's Degree in Art Business at Sotheby's Institute of Art in London. In this episode, we are joined by Marek Claaßen, co-founder of ArtFacts.net, a Berlin-based platform providing comprehensive data and analysis on the relative 'fame' of artists and galleries, including world rankings.

Join us as Marek shares his journey from growing up in a middle-class family with a passion for German expressionism, to becoming a musician in Berlin, and eventually entering the art business world. He discusses the founding of ArtFacts in 2001, the challenges faced during the dot-com crash, and the platform's unique approach to factuality and cultural significance in the art world.

Marek also sheds light on the evolving digital art landscape, the role of NFTs, and the importance of networking and finding a niche for those entering the art industry. Tune in for an insightful conversation on art, technology, and the future of the art market.

Links:

https://artfacts.net/ 

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In this episode of the Art Business Podcast, host David Bellingham, Programme Director of the Master's Degree in Art Business at Sotheby's Institute of Art in London, interviews Selasie Gomado, the co-founder and creative director of Artemartis. Broadcasting from Ghana, Selasie shares his journey from a science-focused education to a passion-driven career in the arts, highlighting the influence of his entrepreneurial family background.

Selasie discusses the formation and growth of Artemartis, an art agency based in Accra, Ghana, which supports emerging artists locally and internationally. He delves into the challenges and successes of establishing a collective and agency model without traditional gallery representation, sharing insights on the art scene in Ghana and the broader African art market.

The conversation explores the dynamics of the African art world, the importance of networking, and the balance between commercial success and cultural recognition. Selasie offers valuable advice for aspiring artists and art entrepreneurs, emphasizing patience, humility, and the significance of financial literacy. Join us for an engaging discussion on the evolving landscape of art and business in Africa.

SELASIE GOMADO: PROFILE

Selasie (Ghanaian), is involved in managing the rapidly growing art collective and agency, Artemartis, and overseeing operations and the development of artists in both Ghana and the rest of the world. He has fully executed numerous projects in multiple countries, both in the art and engineering fields.

Selasie started his career in 2017 as a Mechanical Engineer with Orsam Limited (Ghana/France), where he worked as a Project Coordinator and Engineer in the Project Management and Quality Control departments until 2021.

In 2018, he founded Artemartis and has performed multiple pivotal roles including artist management, exhibition curation and planning, together with his engineering role until he decided to resign from his work in engineering to focus on his art career in the year 2021. He has since been featured in multiple articles, including The New York Times, National Geographic, Artnet, and The Art Newspaper, and has worked with prestigious institutions including Phillips Auction House, 1-54 Art Fair, Gallery 1957, among others.

Selasie has a bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology, Ghana (2017).

Since its launch in 2018, Artemartis has evolved into a well-known and respected brand. This is evident through their collaborations with artists and art galleries, museums and institutions around the world, including the recently ended 1-54 Contemporary African Art Fair (London), where Artemartis participated as one of the first collectives from the continent to ever show at the art fair, Pearl Lam Galleries (Hong Kong), Phillips Auction House (London), Mitchell-Innes & Nash (New York), Lehmann Maupin (London), Gallery 1957(Accra), Septieme Gallery (Paris) and Loft Art Gallery (Marrakech), as well as some museums including Kunsthalle Krems (Vienna) and Museo Ettore Fico (Turin). Notable collaborations include a collaboration with Phillips Auction House in London in 2022 with the exhibition “Birds Of A Feather” featuring 18 works celebrating contemporary artistic production in Ghana, “Worldmaking” at Mitchell-Innes & Nash in 2023 presenting a group show of ten emerging artists living and working in Ghana and “Material Muses,” a solo show of works by Emmanuel Kwaku Yaro, represented by Artemartis, at Loft Art Gallery in Marrakech, Morocco in 2024 and a viewing at Pearl Lam Galleries in Hong Kong, also this year.

Links:

www.theartemartis.com

www.instagram.com/_artemartis

www.x.com/artemartis 

www.theartemartis.com/subscribe

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Welcome to another edition of the Art Business Podcast, hosted by David Bellingham, Programme Director of the Master's Degree in Art Business at Sotheby's Institute of Art in London. This episode features a conversation with Alex Estorick, editor-in-chief at Right Click Save, a leading digital art magazine. Together, they delve into the evolving landscape of digital art and the intersection of art and technology.

Alex shares insights on the rise of digital art, the impact of blockchain and NFTs, and the emerging hybrid art world where digital and traditional practices converge. He discusses the challenges and opportunities within this space, emphasizing the importance of inclusivity and ethical considerations in the digital art community.

The episode also explores Alex's collaboration with contemporary artist Ana Maria Caballero and his philanthropic efforts supporting artists with degenerative diseases. Join the conversation as Alex and David navigate the complexities of the modern art ecosystem and envision a more inclusive future for artists and collectors alike.

Links:

https://www.rightclicksave.com/

https://marketplace.emprops.ai/projects/artifacts?page=1&size=51&sort=editionNumber,asc

https://regencurates.org/

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Will Ramsay is founder/owner of many important art fairs including Affordable Art Fair, Volta and the British Art Fair. We discuss how Will became interested in art fairs, and his mission to grow the lower end of the art market by supporting emerging artists.

Links:

https://affordableartfair.com/exhibitor-hub/the-fair-advantage-report-2024/

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In this episode of our art business podcast, we dive into the world of art journalism with the editorial team of Made in Bed magazine, the student-run publication from the Sotheby's Institute of Art. Join us as we chat with Nabila Bulbul, Sandra Nikusev, Virgil Montianu, Grace Jamieson, and Celeste Melgar, who share their unique journeys into the art world, their roles in the magazine, and the challenges they've faced and overcome.

We explore the diverse range of articles featured in Made in Bed, from art market trends to exhibition reviews, and delve into the fascinating stories behind their current research and dissertations. Listen in to discover the vibrant, dynamic world of contemporary art through the eyes of the next generation of art business professionals.

Welcome to another engaging episode of the Art Business Podcast. This week, our host David interviews Julia Wendl, a distinguished alumna of the MA Art Business Programme at Sotheby's Institute of Art and the CEO and auctioneer at Kunst-Auktionhaus Wendl in Germany. Julia shares her fascinating journey from her early interest in art auctions to her current role, emphasizing the importance of provenance research and ethical considerations in the art market.

Julia dives into the history of auctions, revealing intriguing facts about their origins and evolution. She also discusses her personal connection to provenance issues, particularly regarding the confiscation of art during the GDR era by the Stasi. Her insights highlight the complexities and moral responsibilities of working in the art world today.

Listeners will gain a deeper understanding of the art market's various levels, the importance of transparency, and the joy of discovering and collecting art. Julia's passion and expertise make this episode a must-listen for anyone interested in the art business.

Links:

https://www.auktionshauswendl.de/tcms/en/ 

https://www.kulturstiftung.de/

https://www.degruyter.com/document/isbn/9783110744507/html 

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Dr Adam Busiakiewicz is an art historian, lecturer and lutenist. After completing his BA in History at University College London, Adam eventually went on to undertake a Master's Degree in Decorative and Fine Art at the Sotheby's Institute between 2013-14. His doctoral research focused on the collections and patronage of the Earls and Countesses of Warwick, and has subsequently worked as a Cataloguer in the Old Master Paintings department at Sotheby's where he remains as a Consultant. Adam is also the co-editor of www.arthistorynews.com, one of the internet's most popular art history blogs.

And relevant links:

BBC - Henry VIII Discovery Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yRIE9xFAPTE

CNN - Henry VIII Discovery Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pzJ3vbs0Wyg 

Henry VIII Blog: https://adamfineart.wordpress.com/2024/07/04/ralph-sheldons-portrait-of-henry-viii-reidentified/

Guys Cliffe House Website: https://www.guyscliffehouse.co.uk/

Lute Videos: https://www.instagram.com/p/CGFP5KHHNWW/?igsh=azdyNm45NWZocXJn

https://www.instagram.com/reel/C1r6Movo-hl/?igsh=MXhqdTBvc3QwMHg0bQ%3D%3D

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oOzUY8hZfEA&t=94s

Art Blog: www.arthistorynews.com

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Betty Briceño is an art market specialist and arts administrator with 10+ years of experience in the international art world, spanning the public, private, and not-for-profit sectors. She most recently served as Individual Giving Officer for the Institute of Contemporary Art, Miami, where she was responsible for cultivating and stewarding donor relationships. Her previous professional experiences also include serving as Cultural Affairs & Art in Public Places Coordinator for the City of Miami Beach as well as Studio Manager for Mexico City-based visual artist Pedro Reyes.

Betty holds a Master’s degree in Art Business from Sotheby's Institute of Art, London, a bachelor’s degree in International Relations from Universidad Central de Venezuela, and a postgraduate diploma in Museum Studies from Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México (UNAM). Before concentrating her career in the art world, Betty worked as political advisor for the Embassy of Canada in Venezuela.

She recently moved to Chicago where she lives with her partner, Orchestral Conductor Chad Goodman.

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Lindsay Dewar is the Chief Operating Officer and Head of Analytics, and has been with ArtTactic since 2017. Leading the analytics and research team, she is responsible for developing research and products. She also runs the mentoring and internship programmes. Lindsay regularly speaks about the art market on panels and gives lectures at Kingston University on the MA Art Business course. She also is an active member of the Association of Women in the Arts (AWITA). Her art world experience includes emerging Contemporary art galleries, art advisories and valuation companies, as well as various art research positions. She holds a Masters in Art Business from Sotheby's Institute of Art, and a Masters in Art Market Appraisal from Kingston University.

Megan Corcoran Locke, ArtTactic’s Head of Business Development, has been with ArtTactic in varying capacities since 2016, originally as part of the research team focusing on the Old Masters. Her continuing tenure at Stephen Ongpin Fine Art as Gallery Director has given her a range of experiences within the commercial art world, from sales and acquisitions, investment, to collections management, as she has grown with the gallery from intern to director. She has guest lectured at Sotheby's Institute and been interviewed for podcasts and art publications. Prior to Megan's venture into the art world, she worked at Barclays Capital in Fixed Income Sales, honing her skills in research and analysis. Megan holds a Bachelor's in History of Art and Architecture from Harvard University and a Master's in Art Business from Sotheby’s Institute of Art.

Links: 

https://www.linkedin.com/in/megan-corcoran-locke-210153254/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/lindsay-dewar-55953736/

https://artforecaster.com/

https://arttactic.com/

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Aparajita Jain is a leading entrepreneur based in New Delhi. She is the Managing Director of Nature Morte Art Limited, India’s leading Contemporary Art Gallery. Her vision has fostered significant growth for the gallery, presenting and amplifying leading South Asian and global artists across two galleries in Delhi and one in Mumbai. Jain’s focus on institutional relationships has led to major museum acquisitions and positioned the gallery’s artists in exhibitions at prestigious museums, biennials, and public sites globally. Jain has also spearheaded and supported ongoing collaborations and partnerships with leading institutions in India and abroad, including KNMA, NMACC, the Jindal Foundation, the Godrej Foundation, Somerset House, and others. 

In 2010, Jain founded The Saat Saath Arts Foundation (SSA), envisioning it as a not-for-profit initiative to foster creative dialogue between Indian artists and the international art world. SSA launched India’s first international Sculpture Park in Jaipur in 2017 as a public-private partnership in collaboration with the Government of Rajasthan, and currently presents a new set of site-specific installations annually. The Foundation also supports an annual grant for leading global curators to conduct research in India. 

Jain is the founder of blockchain-based platform Terrain.art, which partnered with MAP Academy on the first-ever online course on modern and contemporary Indian art. Her dedication to educational initiatives has also included a series co-hosted with Peter Nagy called Art Insider on NDTV. 

Among many accolades, Jain was listed as one among eight influential women in the Indian art world by Artsy, one of 30 influential women in the art world by ELLE magazine, recognised as one of Shethepeople’s 40 over 40 awardees, amongst the 51 art people changing the art world by Observer, and amongst the top 100 creatives in India by Harper's Bazaar. She was awarded Entrepreneur of the Year by FICCI FLO in 2019 for her contribution to the field of art and is currently on the advisory board of ICCR. She has recently been inducted onto the Board of Trustees of the International Sculpture Center.

Aparajita Jain is also a Director of the Hotz Group with interests in Financial Services, Real Estate, Hospitality, Art and Education. Nature Morte Art Limited is a part of the Hotz Group.

Links: 

https://naturemorte.com/

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Born into an artist family, Andrei Petru Jecza is the son of the sculptor Peter Jecza. He studied at a German high school in his hometown, Nikolaus Lenau, before earning two separate degrees in Video Art, Photography and History of Fine Art at the West University of Timisoara. He later completed with merit a Masters in Art Business at Sotheby's Institute of Art in London. Currently he runs his own commercial gallery and became more recently the executive director of the Jecza Museum & Triade Foundation. Andrei Jecza is committed to promote and represent mainly Romanian artists who pioneered experimental art forms in the early 1960s and 70s, being also concerned with cutting edge contemporary artists. Through international connections and partnerships, he developed the reputation of the artists he represents, succeeding in placing them in international well-known collections, like the MUMOK Museum of Contemporary Art in Vienna, MOCAK Museum of Contemporary Art in Krakow, Ritter Collection in Germany, Tate Modern in London etc.

Andrei Jecza’s main activity is dedicated to Jecza Gallery, which is trying to become the platform for contemporary art in West Romania.

In 2023 alongside other eight contemporary art galleries Andrei Jecza co-founded RAD Art Fair in Bucharest. For 2024 Jecza Gallery produced an exhibition of Tincuta Marin which opened within the opening week of Venice Biennale in Venice. By the end of 2024 Jecza Gallery will have a second gallery space in Bucharest.

Andrei Jecza’s long term goal is to bring Romanian contemporary art to international acknowledgment.

Links:

www.JeczaGallery.com

https://www.instagram.com/jecza_gallery?igsh=MTZ1N3R5YnFsNnp4bA==

https://www.instagram.com/tincuta.marin?igsh=NjR6ajdiYmxkZTYw

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From his childhood initiation into the arts at the Academy de Beaux-Arts in Bruges, Louis Buysse has fostered a deep connection with art, design, architecture, and craftsmanship. This early start paved the way for a life steeped in creativity and a broad understanding of artistic techniques and mediums.

His educational journey, marked by a fusion of artistic and business acumen, began with an architecture-focused secondary education, followed by a degree from the Royal Academy of Fine Arts (KASK). Here, under the mentorship of notable Belgian artists like Vincent Geyskens and Narcisse Tordoir, Louis delved into fine arts and contemporary art.

Continuing to bridge his artistic passions with business savvy, Louis pursued international business studies, with a focus on digital marketing and corporate finance, at Tughai University in Taiwan. This multidisciplinary approach culminated in a Master’s in Art Business at the prestigious Sotheby’s Institute of Art in London. His dissertation on cross-collecting reflects a unique approach to art - collecting based on art history, personal identity, and intuition, resonating with Clement Greenberg's philosophy.

Louis's professional path led him to Lempertz, a family-owned auction house with deep roots in the art world, where he specialized in Modern and Contemporary Art. In 2022, he embarked on a new journey, focusing on project-based work like Triangle Knokke and offering his expertise as an art consultant to galleries and online auction houses.

His recent role as a sales director at Nosbaum Reding gallery in Brussels further illustrates his ability to connect artists with the market, as seen in his introduction of Vincent Geyskens to the Flemish art scene. Despite leaving before the 'Par Contre' exhibition launch, Louis continues to push the boundaries of art and business.

The 2024 relaunch of louisbuysse.com marks a new chapter in Louis's career, one focused on increasing market visibility and pioneering new projects. His dedication to blending artistic creativity with business insight shines through his work, as he continues to inspire and transform the art world.

Links:

https://www.louisbuysse.com/ 

https://www.buysse.gallery/ 

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Virginia Damtsa- CULTIVATING ARTISTIC FUTURES & CATALYST FOR CONTEMPORARY VISIONARIES

With a wealth of experience spanning twenty-seven years, Virginia Damtsa, Director of VVA VirginiaVisualArts Ltd., stands as a seasoned and respected Art Dealer, Art Gallerist, Curator, Cultural Strategist and Artist Agent, bringing a unique and invaluable perspective to the art world. Damtsa's passion for the arts began at a young age when she helped her uncle open the Museum of Alekos K. Damtsa in The Art Centre Giorgio de Chirico at just sixteen years old. She went on to pursue History of Arts in Cambridge followed by two Master's degrees in Art Management at the University of the Arts and Contemporary Art at Sotheby's, where she honed her expertise in the field. 

Throughout her career, Damtsa has curated several exhibitions in her personal gallery space, as well as in other galleries, temporary spaces and art fairs. From 2003-2017, she co-owned with composer and writer Tot Taylor, Riflemaker London, a contemporary art gallery housed in a historic gunmaker's workshop off Regent Street. Built in 1712, it is one of the oldest public buildings in the West End of London. 

In addition to her work as a gallerist and curator, Damtsa has also lectured at Christie's for the Master's degree in Art, Law, and Business. Damtsa, who co- founded iconic gallery Riflemaker, counts Nick Rhodes from Duran Duran and Michael Seresin, cinematographer of Harry Potter, amongst her collectors. Annie Lennox has also been a long- standing enthusiast of the gallery’s representation of visionary powerful artists. Virginia Damtsa has also worked with musician Peter Gabriel on an art and music project for his new album, i/o. The project features renowned artists such as Annette Messager, Olafur Eliasson, Ai Weiwei, Tim Shaw, Nick Cave, David Spriggs, Cornelia Parker, and many others. Damtsa is currently planning to tour the project in various museums.

With her extensive experience and impressive network of industry connections, Virginia Damtsa continues to push boundaries and expand the reach of contemporary art. 

Curated Exhibitions

Damtsa curated several exhibitions with emerging and established artists such as Martin Kippenberger and Maria Papadimitriou, Judy Chicago, Takis, Yoko Ono, William S. Burroughs, Liliane Lijn, Penelope Slinger, Gavin Turk, Alice Anderson, Chris Levine, Christopher Bucklow, John Maeda, Julie Verhoeven, Ralph Ziman, Conrad Shawcross, Wolfe von Lenkiewicz and many others. 

She also worked with legendary musician Peter Gabriel and his team for an amazing collaboration of art and music bringing artists such as Ai Weiwei, Cornelia Parker, Judy Chicago, Nick Cave, Olafur Eliasson, Tomas Saraceno, Barthelemy Toguo, Annette Messager, Tim Spriggs, for an impressive immersive exhibition live and online. The album is now number one in the UK. 

Virginia Damtsa is a highly respected art dealer, curator, and gallerist with a deep understanding of the art market. In 2018, she founded VirginiaVisualArts, an art agency and gallery that represents more than fifty artists and manages their careers, introducing them to new opportunities, exhibitions, museums and collectors. 

As a strategist, mentor, advisor, consultant, and PR expert, Damtsa provides artists with the support they need to break into the art market and achieve their full potential. She is deeply committed to working closely with each artist, guiding them through the art world's complexities and assisting with sales and promotions. 

In addition to her work with VirginiaVisualArts, Damtsa runs her own art school, where she teaches professionals about art history and the art market. She also provides mentorship and guidance to artists and creatives and writes about art in major financial newspapers. Her expertise has also led to numerous appearances on TV as an Art World Expert, where she shares her insights on the contemporary art world. 

Damtsa curates over twenty exhibitions per year and uses several exhibition spaces in Fitzrovia, Marylebone, Mayfair, Notting Hill and other galleries to showcase her artists' works. She actively participates in art fairs and collaborates with other galleries to curate exhibitions and create connections and sales between artists, galleries, major collectors, and museums. With her extensive experience, vast network of connections, and in-depth knowledge of the arts and the art world, Virginia Damtsa continues to make a significant contribution to the contemporary art scene, empowering artists to achieve their full potential and bringing their works to new audiences. 

Reference

All artists need help and support to build their careers and Virginia Damtsa is well equipped to provide that. Judy Chicago, Artist 

I worked with Virginia on the IO art & music project where she coordinated and helped to select artists for each of the different songs. It has been a pleasure to work with her. She made some great recommendations, was very thorough putting everything together and her deep knowledge of the art world was a real asset for our project. 

Peter Gabriel, Musician

Links:

www.virginiavisualarts.com

www.virginiadamtsa.com 

www.riflemaker.org

Instagram:virginia_damtsa

virginia@virginiadamtsa.com 

https://youtu.be/cjRcBK_ztrI​ 

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Adam Blackwood trained as a professional actor at RADA and has over 25 years’ experience working in film, theatre and television.  In 2002 he founded Private Drama Events, the UK’s leading multi-award-winning experiential and events agency, while also overseeing the corporate theatre space for several years at The Globe Theatre with fellow RADA alumni Mark Rylance.

Today, Adam is one of the UK’s top creative directors and is renowned for his expertise, knowledge and passion for the arts and brings a unique understanding of how to create and develop theatrical, immersive performances. 

Private Drama Events provides artists and shows for some of the world’s most recognised luxury brands, corporates, charities and private clients.  Past and present clients include Venice Simplon-Orient-Express and British Pullman, Belmond Trains, Save the Children Fund, One Young World, Veuve Clicquot, The Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award, Goldman Sachs, Prince’s Trust and numerous private clients.

In 2020 Private Drama Events was the Gold Winner for Best Conference at The Evcom London Live Awards for its work on the One Young World London Summit.

Links:

www.privatedramaevents.com   @privatedramaevents   @adamblackwood01

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Sharon Obuobi is a talented entrepreneur with experience in art, business and technology. She currently conducts research in data science and innovation for fintech and insurtech use cases. Her business Alt/Finance develops solutions which optimise market intelligence to improve the experience of consumers in these industries. Alt/Finance was launched at the TechCrunch Disrupt stage in San Francisco in September, and was selected for the Techstars New York accelerator.

In 2022, she was recently featured as a top 10 founder by the Telegraph x Natwest's initiative recognizing 100 UK female founders. She was also in Apollo Magazine's 2021 global list of 40 under 40 art tech innovators. With art business experience in New York, Lagos, and Toronto, Sharon established the Modern & Contemporary African Art business at Sotheby's. During her role, the department sold over 5 million GBP of art, and broke 25 world records for sale prices.

Sharon graduated with a B'Comm from Queen's University in Kingston, Canada. She has been featured on CNN, the Financial Times, Virgin Magazine, Tush Magazine Nigeria, NKA Journal, IRAAA Journal, Konbini, iPaper, and more.

Links:

https://www.altfndata.com/ 

https://www.linkedin.com/in/sharonobuobi/ 

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KEYWORDS: JC GALLERY; ALTHORP HOUSE, NORTHANTS, UK; HERITAGE INDUSTRY; HOUSE MANAGER; AMERICAN MODERNISM; MODERNIST ART; GALLERY CURATION; CURATOR; GALLERIST; SPENCER FAMILY

Driven by a passion and speciality in American Modernism, James Ward opened JC Gallery in the heart of London’s Mayfair in 2021. JC Gallery is the first European gallery to specialise in this exceptional era of early 20th century art, focusing on exhibiting works by renowned artists including Arthur Dove, Stuart Davis, Thomas Hart Benton, John Marin, Joseph Stella, Georgia O’Keeffe and Edward Hopper.

Prior to founding JC Gallery, James Ward spent 15 years working for Earl Spencer at Althorp House, Northamptonshire, surrounded by Europe’s largest private art collection which includes some of the most exquisite and extensive Old Masters and 17th century works.

James Ward also studied art at King Alfred’s University in Winchester and later at Sotheby’s Institute of Art.

LINKS:

https://jc-gallery.com/ 

https://althorpestate.com/ 

@jcgallery.mayfair

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Having worked in every area of art handling & shipping since 1993, David has a wide knowledge and understanding of how his specialism interfaces with the wider art market and the related rules that govern it.  His experience working within the industry has made him well known for providing solutions to the most complex art transport and installation challenges for some of the world’s most prestigious institutions & galleries, renowned artists and collectors.

Link: https://www.crownfineart.com/ 

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Laura Peh is the founder and creative director of Cinnamon Art Publishing - an independent publishing house specialising in illustrated non-fiction books for children. She is also an accomplished concert harpist and keen contemporary art collector, focusing on socially-engaged practices from artists of Southeast Asian, Latin American and Middle Eastern heritage. As a publisher and collector, she has spoken on panels and given talks with AWITA, Art&Summit (Singapore), National University of Singapore, Courtauld Institute of Art (London) and Sotheby's Institute of Art (London). She is a laureate of Prestige Singapore's 40 Under 40 2023, and has been featured in media articles including Channel News Asia, The Straits Times, Singapore Global Network, Lianhe Zaobao, Prestige Singapore and Tatler Asia. Born in Hong Kong and raised in Singapore, Laura moved to Paris at the age of 15 to study at the Ecole Normale de Musique de Paris and graduated with a Bachelor's degree from the Royal College of Music in London. After shifting her focus to art history at the Courtauld Institute of Art and obtaining a Masters in Art Business at Sotheby's Institute of Art, London, Laura spent two years working in the art industry in Hong Kong before moving back to Singapore in April 2020 to realise her passion project, Cinnamon Art Publishing.

Favourite Artist: Citra Sasmita

Links: www.laurapeh.com and www.cinnamonartstories.com

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Marine Tanguy launched Certified B Corporation, MTArt Agency in 2015, following a career in visual arts in London and LA. MTArt agency is worth £35 million and is the art sector’s leading talent agency representing some of the most talented, forward-thinking artists in the world. The agency looks to support, promote and enable artists to work with the broadest canvas possible, from working with brands to public art and fine art institutions. The agency works with global organisations and cities, nurturing an international community of art-lovers and collectors as well as diverse brands ranging from Apple to Dior and even the World Cup. Marine is an influencer and passionate advocate for the role of the artist in guiding the public through a world flooded with visual noise and the agency seeks to ensure artists are rightly recognised as the spokespeople for a visual age.  As a business person, Marine was awarded Forbes 2018 30 under 30 Europe: Art & Culture, UK entrepreneur of the year for the 2019 NatWest Awards and Woman of the Year 2021 by the magazine WOTC. She is a writer and keynote speaker on contemporary art and art investment. Her talks include two TEDx Talks on how to transform cities with art and how social media visuals affect our minds and she has recently published her first book “The Visual Detox – How to Consume Media Without Letting it Consume You” with Penguin.

Links:

https://mtart.agency/ 

https://www.penguin.co.uk/authors/298745/marine-tanguy

https://www.ted.com/talks/marine_tanguy_how_artists_can_transform_our_cities_jan_2017

https://www.ted.com/talks/marine_tanguy_how_social_media_visuals_affect_our_mind 

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Anindo is an alumnus of the MA Art Business programme at Sotheby's Institute of Art London and a specialist on technology and Indian art and its markets.  The podcast starts with a 15-minute history of Indian art and its markets.  We then discuss Anindo's experiences of the first edition of the Mumbai Art Fair and his opinions on the potential for exponential growth of the Indian economy and its art market.  

Links: https://news.artnet.com/market/art-mumbai-2023-opening-2396128

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Paola Lucente is the Director and Curator of Procreate Project, the first UK social enterprise which supports the development of contemporary artists who are also mothers working with different types of art. She holds a BA in Visual art and an MA in Art Management Psychology and has previously worked at the Guggenheim Museum, Marian Goodman Gallery, Scope and Volta art fairs in New York City. Paola was Gallery Manager at the Zabludowicz Collection from 2011 to 2016, where she was responsible for the daily activities of the London gallery, managing events, gallery assistants and the production of art editions.  She was also Head of Exhibitions at Spazio Murat, the very first contemporary art space in Bari, Italy. 

Links:

https://www.motherhousestudios.com/

https://www.procreateproject.com/

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Claire is an accredited conservator specialising in preventive conservation for historic house and museum collections.  She has over twenty years experience of all aspects of preventive conservation/collections care including: condition audits and risk assessments; collection care plans; conservation housekeeping; environmental monitoring and control; insect pest management; safe display and storage methods; and reducing the risks from hospitality, filming and events.

https://www.spencerandfry.co.uk/

Joanna is an experienced director and professionally accredited conservator with a demonstrable history providing modern & contemporary art conservation services to the international commercial art sector and museums. She is skilled in conservation issues, project management, visual arts and lecturing.

https://www.joannashepard.com/ 

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Church of Suceviţa Monastery , burial chamber. Removal of adherent surface deposits by physical chemical means (by cotton swab). September 2006, Romania , Suceava,

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