SERVICES | Astrid Burns Art Consulting

HOW WE HELP

We provide dedicated support across all areas of art acquisition and collection management.

Whether you are a first-time buyer or a seasoned collector, acquiring a single work or building an extensive collection, our goal is to make the experience as seamless and rewarding as possible.

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OUR PROCESS

Every engagement begins with a conversation and ends with a collection that feels entirely your own. While no two projects are alike, we follow a general framework to guide clients through the journey. From early discovery through final selection, we offer the expertise and resources needed to navigate the art world with confidence.

ART PLACEMENT & INSTALLATION

From placing a single artwork to choreographing entire collections, we collaborate closely with vendors, installers, and interior designers to ensure every piece is positioned for maximum visual and spatial impact.

COLLECTION MANAGEMENT

We provide the tools and resources to help collectors organize, document, and maintain their inventory, offering ongoing advisory support to sustain a current and evolving collection.

MARKET RESEARCH

Our continual exposure to art fairs, exhibitions, and publications allows us to provide key research and intelligence on the primary and secondary markets, helping clients make informed and confident acquisitions.

ART LOAN ADVISORY

We facilitate consignment agreements with galleries and navigate logistics, paperwork, and handling to ensure safe and seamless art loans across institutions and private residences.

APPRAISAL REFERRALS

Through our trusted professional network, we connect clients with certified appraisers for insurance, estate planning, and resale purposes.

CORPORATE & HOSPITALITY

We partner with businesses, hospitality brands, and commercial developers to curate art programs that elevate their spaces and align with their brand vision.

TRANSIT & STORAGE

We coordinate the safe transport and storage of artworks, working with trusted art handlers and specialized facilities to ensure every piece is protected in transit and properly cared for when not on display.

FRAMING CONSULTATION

We guide clients through practical and aesthetic framing considerations, following conservation standards to ensure every work is framed beautifully and safely for the long term.