Christine Minas Art Advisory (CMAA) is firmly committed to several principles: providing clear and transparent information to clients in an effort to demystify the art market; sharing the work of compelling artists with new audiences in evocative ways; and fostering relationships between art lovers, artists and the network of professionals who make up the art world’s ecosystem.
We identify the most compelling artists and artworks for each project and offer a choice of à la carte or turn-key services to meet each client’s particular needs. By traveling the world to connect with artists and dealers and to visit art fairs and museums, we are able to provide our clients with the latest information and best advice for their goals.
CMAA stays on the pulse of the contemporary art world in order to share trends, market insights and exclusive access with our clients. When there is interest, we also encourage clients to consider historical art and objects for their collections or design programs.
Our network includes specialists in every field of art history, and we leverage their expertise based on the specifics of each project. Our customized solutions are always informed by a dedication to the highest of professional standards and a commitment to our client’s budget and timeline. As an independent consulting firm, CMAA does not represent artists or act as an agent for any specific galleries. This means that our only focus is the client who has hired us.
Art Advisory Services
- Art acquisitions: primary and secondary market
- Collection care and management
- Overseeing all aspects of art shipping, installation and deinstallation
- Art collection dispersal and sales
- Interior and exterior site-specific commissions
- Frame design and production
- Coordination of loans to museums
- Access to CMAA’s long-standing industry relationships, including specialists in conservation, insurance, art handling, shipping, art law, tax and estate planning
architects, interior designers and developers
- Designing and sourcing art programs that enhance the overall plan for a space
- Project planning and management, including producing design concepts and overseeing budgets and timelines
- For corporate contexts, integrating a company’s identity/brand into each art program
private clients
- Guidance on best ways to begin acquiring art
- Advice on growing or refining an existing art collection
- Acquiring art for a new or renovated home
- Managing art sales during downsizing or other life transitions
- Estate planning
Private Clients: the Christine Minas Art Advisory Process
It starts with a conversation
The first consultation is complimentary, during which we discuss a potential client’s short- and long-term goals and interests in art. CMAA will then suggest which services might be appropriate at the onset and determine what could be addressed further down the line. Establishing and developing a good personal relationship is key to a successful and enjoyable collaboration.
If the client would like to move forward with working with CMAA, the next step will be to look at lots of art together. This process will help to establish individual tastes, rather than just relying on words. When applicable, CMAA will prepare decks of images to review with the client to get a sense of likes, dislikes and avenues for further exploration. If it is of interest, we will accompany the client to art galleries and art fairs, or we can suggest fairs and galleries for the client to visit independently.
Working Together
When useful, CMAA provides mockups and renderings of art selections so clients can make more informed choices based on what an artwork will look like in a given location. Once an artwork has been selected, CMAA assists with price negotiation and the organization of packing, shipping and installation.
Caring for your Collection
Acquiring and installing artworks is only the beginning. Taking care of artworks, especially when there are many of them, can be a complex endeavor. Caring for artworks includes managing environmental factors, insurance, conservation, moving and fine art storage. CMAA offers a full suite of services to guide and assist in managing new and existing collections.
For a complimentary consultation to see if working with CMAA is right for you, contact christine@christineminas.com