While on travel, I was fortunate to visit the Frist Art Museum . Housed in a beautiful art-deco former post office, the Frist is currently featuring “Fabric Of A Nation: American Quilt Stories” on loan from the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston. In addition to the fact that fiber arts are witnessing a resurgence in the Art market, I had a personal reason to attend this exhibit: to see, in person, the fabulous work of Bisa Butler . I have followed Bisa for several years on Instag

If you’ve ever held a camera in your hands (even a phone camera), no doubt you’ve admired the art of photography and how photographers can capture a moment so purely. Of women photographers, many may recognize the works of Imogene Cunningham, Margaret Burke-White, Dorothea Lange and so many others who were often overlooked. And then along comes Cara Romero, who is finally getting much deserved exhibitions and accolades. Romero, an enrolled citizen of the Chemehuevi Indian Tr

I was so pleased to attend International Society of Appraisers ’ 4th annual jewelry Symposium! We learned a great deal about identification of certain gems, Luxe watches and identification, jewelry periods, types, and the great Houses of jewelry makers. Interestingly, before the symposium, I was on-site with a client who had a distant affiliation with Daisy fellows. For those of you not familiar with this wild and wicked Parisian socialite of the 1920s/30s, investigate her

In 2019, I was fortunate to view some of Microsoft Corporation’s corporate art collection. Today, hundreds of corporations, large and small, have their own art collections. As Tax Lawyer Ophelie Dantil states in “Unlocking Art’s Potential: How Art Can Transform Your Business Strategy,” featured in ArtMarket Insight: “As financial markets are becoming increasingly uncertain and investment strategies are being reinvented, art is no longer just an object of passion or prestige:

"The 9000 Who Never Made It Home was a haunting, large-scale art installation created on the beaches of Normandy in 2013 to mark International Peace Day and honor those who died during the D-Day landings. British artists Jamie Wardley and Andy Moss, along with a team of over 500 volunteers, used stencils and rakes to etch 9,000 human silhouettes into the sand of Arromanches beach, each figure representing a soldier or civilian who lost their life on June 6, 1944. The artwork

I’ve worked with a number of estate planners, who typically have a “team” for clients: tax advisors, lawyers, accountants, insurance agents, appraisers and more. If you already have a robust plan in place, great! If you’re just getting started, this may help.. Estate Planning: 8 Steps to Get Ahead Planning for the inevitable brings peace of mind—and saves your loved ones stress. ✅ Talk with family – Share your wishes and where to find key documents. ✅ Write a will – Decide w

Is it Fine Art—or just fine art? The lines are blurring, and the market is paying attention. The other day I had a conversation with a colleague, who asked me to name one famous artist, prolific in ceramics, as the individual did not consider ceramics fine art. I did not respond with the names of Pablo Picasso, Grayson Perry, Clare Twomey, Betty Woodman and more. The conversation highlighted that the definition of “Fine Art” has changed. Once upon a time, “Fine Art” carried a

Your clients’ trusts are likely missing one critical document: a Tangible Asset Inventory. Everyone plans for stocks, bonds, real estate—but what about fine art, coins, collections, heirloom silver, or luxury items? Here’s why this matters: Without a documented inventory of tangible personal property: • Disputes erupt among beneficiaries over “who gets what.” • Assets are lost or undervalued, especially during estate division. • Insurance gaps leave irreplaceable ite

Art and antiques are more than just beautiful: they’re meaningful investments. Here’s a quick checklist to help you protect them: 1. Understand your collection: know the materials + document with photos 2. Control the environment: stable temperature/humidity, avoid sunlight 3. Handle with care: clean hands or gloves, support from strong points 4. Clean gently: soft dusting only, no sprays or polishes 5. Display thoughtfully: avoid heat, moisture, and secure fragile items

What a fascinating and insightful roundtable from the Center for Art Law! The speakers provided detailed background into the legal and ethical concerns regarding: 1) AI in art, and specifically, best practices for artists and what U.S. Copyright laws protect as of March 2025 2) Key takeaways for Multinational art collectors and massive tax changes in the UK to include: - Check succession/inheritance status - Check on Trusts or other Foundations and the impact of these cha

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A fantastic panel discussion and a topic near to my heart at ISA Assets 2024 Confernce: How to appraise the digital assets of HNWIs. A...