Where to Get Custom Art Framed in San Diego: An Art Consultant's Guide
A curated guide to custom framing in San Diego — the shops I've used personally for collector pieces, client commissions, and exhibition installations, and what sets each one apart.
5 Abstract Sculptors for Large-Scale Commissions and Estate Collections
Not all large-scale sculpture is created equal. These are five abstract sculptors I know personally, whose work I've commissioned, placed, and admired — and who I'd recommend for any significant residential, commercial, or public project.
3 Questions to Ask Before Buying a Piece of Art
There's no formula for finding the right piece of art — but there is a practice. After 15 years as an art advisor and curator in San Diego, these are the three questions I come back to with every client.
Laura Ball’s Quiet Worlds
San Diego-based watercolorist Laura Ball creates work that stops people in their tracks — seasoned collectors and first-time gallery visitors alike. A featured artist in Bouquet at ICA North, her luminous paintings move between landscape and something more interior: dreamed skies, botanical worlds, water that holds light like memory.
Patrick DeAngelis: Color, Light, and the California Landscape
San Diego oil painter Patrick DeAngelis creates luminous, minimalist works that distill the California landscape to its essential elements — color, tone, and light. A look at his practice and the making of a sustainable art career.
Bouquet: Five Artists to Collect
Five regional artists. Five distinct approaches to botanical imagery. One exhibition that brought them into conversation — and left several works available to collect.
Gallery Walk: La Jolla, November 22, 2025
Join me for a guided gallery walk through La Jolla to explore two exhibitions celebrating Manny Farber and Patricia Patterson — artists whose creative partnership helped define San Diego’s contemporary art landscape.
Navigating Gallery Contracts: What Every Artist Needs to Know
As an artist, understanding the key elements of a gallery contract can protect your rights and ensure a successful partnership. From terms of consignment and exclusivity to pricing, commission structures, and reimbursable expenses like framing, this guide offers crucial insights for navigating the complexities of gallery agreements. Whether you're new to the gallery scene or looking to refine your approach, this post will help you set clear expectations and safeguard your art career.
A Collector's Guide to Art Styles: Impressionism to Contemporary
From Realism and Impressionism to Minimalism and Contemporary Art — a practical overview of major art movements, their key features, and the artists who defined them. Written for collectors and anyone building their visual literacy.
Living with Color: Artist Highlights and Auction News
A bidding war that lasted ten minutes. A billionaire chasing a painting he'd missed 30 years earlier. This month: color in art, recent acquisitions, and a Sotheby's moment worth watching.
5 Marketing Tips for Visual Artists
Want to grow your audience and sell more of your artwork? This blog post shares 5 essential marketing tips for artists, from leveraging Instagram and email marketing to creating a professional portfolio and website. Learn how to build lasting connections with fans and collectors and enhance your art career. These strategies are a glimpse of what I cover in my artist business development workshops and one-on-one consultations. Ready to take the next step? Dive in and get started!
5 Best Places to See Contemporary Art in San Diego
San Diego's contemporary art scene runs deeper than most people expect. Here are five places worth knowing — from La Jolla to Barrio Logan.
7 Best Reasons to Work With a Professional Art Advisor
7 Best Reasons to Work with a Professional Art Advisor
How a Matt Devine Sculpture Gets Installed
A behind-the-scenes look at what it actually takes to commission and install a large-scale outdoor sculpture — from maquette approval to final placement on a Palos Verdes mesa overlooking the Pacific.
Mastering the Square Inch Price Method: Pricing Your Artwork with Finesse
How to confidently price your artwork according to the Square Inch Price Method.
In the Studio with San Diego Artist, Nikko Mueller
A visit to the studio of San Diego based artist Nikko Mueller.