Over two decades, Artelier has built a reputation as a leader in the art consulting industry, becoming well known and respected for its expertise in curating exceptional art collections. Founder and lead art director David Knowles explains that his role is “to look ahead and maintain the curatorial vision of our work”. Artelier’s team of art curators and art consultants each share a genuine passion for fine art and a commitment to providing services that are tailored to each client’s unique needs.
The team at Artelier is specialised in contemporary art commissioning ensuring each artwork or collection is specifically designed for the client. In recent years Artelier has also begun to focus on investment guidance with the introduction of the ‘Art Concierge’ service, working with art partners across galleries, auction houses, art dealers and artists, giving clients access to investment grade art.
"Working with Artelier to curate artworks for a luxury residence project was very smooth and easy. I look forward to working with them in the future again." - Lena Cottray, Chelsea Barracks Penthouses
Our Art Consulting Services
Depending on your needs our team of art advisors and project managers can deliver a wide range of art consultancy services. We can assist you with art market research, commissioning contemporary artworks, discovering the art world through tours and private viewings. Our services are bespoke and completely tailored to each client and their specific interests and project requirements. We specialise in acquiring art for public art projects, private residential developments or art investment goals. Discover below a detailed list of some of our main service offerings:
1. Art Market Research
With so much art to see it can be challenging to source the right pieces at the best prices. With a team of art researchers, art consultants and a database of over 15000 selected artists, Artelier can quickly find the right pieces for each client.
2. Investment Guidance
Whether you would like to invest in blue chip, established or emerging artists, our ‘Art Concierge’ service is designed to help clients meet their investment goals. Partnering with leaders in the art world to provide a seamless art buying experience.
3. Contemporary Artwork Commissioning
Working with a dedicated art curator our team can help you with the process of commissioning a completely bespoke art collection. From initial concept drawings to the final on site installation we can streamline the process at every stage.
4. Project Management:
Commissioning art can be an involved process and so our project management department can liaise with artists, framers and art handlers on our client’s behalf. Depending on the level of service needed we can offer a full turnkey option while giving you updates every step of the way.
5. Art Shipping and Handling:
Shipping often fragile artworks nationally or internationally is a specialist skill and must be handled with the utmost care and precision. Working with the best in the industry, Artelier most often provides the entire art shipping and handling process as part of its service offering.
Public Projects
With a proven track record of delivering large scale public art projects, Artelier collaborates with local communities, contractors and developers to deliver unique public art initiatives. Projects that we have worked on have significantly impacted the community in which the artworks have been placed, not only through visual impact but also through cultural value.
Discover below some of our selected public art projects across London and Internationally.
Private Projects
Working in a private context, our clients enjoy bespoke artwork solutions for private residences, super yachts, and private planes. Our art consultancy services are completely tailored to each private collectors specific tastes and interests. Each client will work closely with a dedicated art consultant. We can deliver on any type of project from unique statement pieces to comprehensive curated collections.
A selection of completed projects for a private plane, super yacht and private home:
Art Investment
In recent years art investment has become a key area of focus for Artelier. Our team of art advisors have years of experience as well as degrees in art history and fine art. We can provide advice on all types of investment goals, from blue chip to emerging artists. Private clients looking to grow a contemporary art collection can also benefit from our many years of industry experience. Our services include art market research, artwork evaluation, art fair and artist studio tours.
Our Ethos
Artelier has become well known as a champion of the preservation of ancient craft techniques as well as the use of sustainable materials. Collaborating with contemporary artists internationally, the consultancy ensures these traditional methods are alive and relevant for future generations. Our artists are also carefully chosen for their promotion of eco friendly practices in the creation of meaningful and timeless art collections.
Work With Our Art Advisors
Founder David Knowles and Co Director, Lucy Clark bring together a wealth of experience to each project. David has dedicated his career to working with contemporary artists and young curators having pioneered several Arts Council funded projects before creating Artelier. An artist himself, his background as well as curatorial expertise ensures each project is nuanced, authentic and bespoke.
Lucy brings 20 years of experience in international client relations across the luxury industry, having developed a keen understanding of diverse cultures and customs along the way. Their combined expertise has helped to foster meaningful connections between artists and clients internationally.
If you would like to find out more why not discover Artelier's full range of offerings or simply get in touch to book in a free initial consultation.