So You Want to Be An Art Advisor
Manuela Uribe and Katie Morse share their journeys, lessons learned, and advice for anyone curious about building a career in the art world.
The Thrill of Buying at Auction
What makes the auction room so addictive, and how collectors can turn adrenaline into insight.
Meet Our Founder
Nearly ten years in, Powell Fine Art Advisory’s founder reflects on how art - and conversation - built a career.
Highlights from Frieze London & Frieze Masters 2025
Katie Morse shares the nine works she can’t stop thinking about after a week in London.
5 Questions for An Advisor
We sat down with art advisor Luisa Castellanos to talk about what really goes on behind the scenes of collecting art.
Oliver Jeffers in Boston
Oliver Jeffers brings his internationally acclaimed series to Praise Shadows Gallery
Questions We’re Asking After The Armory Show 2025
Insights, questions, and takeaways from the aisles of New York City's premier art fair.
Frame Consulting: Pipeline and Process
Framing is a major component of any art acquisition process, and for us advisors, it is often just as creatively stimulating as sourcing the artwork. When advising clients on purchasing works on paper, photography, fine art prints, or certain paintings on canvas, we always stress the importance of paying equal attention and consideration to the frame. From a conservation standpoint, a high quality frame will ensure the artwork is well protected and safely housed to stand the test of time. From an aesthetic perspective, the frame is the final component to finish off an artwork and can have a huge impact on its overall appearance.
The Role of Specialized Consulting in Personalized Art Acquisition
Navigating the intricacies of the art world can be a daunting challenge. Especially when trying to find pieces that align with personal taste, spatial needs, and budget constraints. This was the scenario faced by a client whose experience with Powell Fine Art Advisory showcases the transformative power of expert guidance in art acquisition.
Everything You Always Wanted to Ask an Art Advisor
Simply, I help people buy, sell, and maintain their artwork.
When someone is interested in buying a piece of artwork, but not sure where to start, I help identify artwork that would be of interest to them – either purchasing from a gallery, at auction, or from the artist directly.
I organize studio visits or other in person experiences, like attending art fairs which helps provide access to seeing the artwork that they are interested in. After someone has purchased a piece of artwork, I help them with shipping, framing, installation, lighting, appraisals and collection management. I’ve helped a lot with moves or renovations – organizing, having artwork packed and stored in a fine art storage facility.