Artist Advisory
Artist Advisory in the United States
A sustained artistic career needs more than a moment of visibility. Constantine works with selected artists to shape a considered U.S. presence: a coherent portfolio, well-documented works, credible pricing, and relationships pursued with care.
A clear direction
We begin with the practice, its existing exhibition and sales history, and the artist’s objectives. The resulting plan can address presentation, collector communications, gallery enquiries, exhibition proposals, and the sequence in which opportunities are approached.
The artist retains creative authority
We coordinate the professional work agreed in our engagement. The artist retains creative decisions and ownership of the work; any exclusivity, territory, approval rights, and authority to negotiate are expressly defined in writing.
Exhibitions, introductions & auctions
We can develop exhibition proposals, prepare portfolios and supporting texts, approach suitable galleries and curators, and coordinate agreed presentations or private viewings. Venue selection, budgets, transport, insurance, and image permissions are established before a project proceeds.
Auction strategy is considered individually. We may prepare a consignment enquiry and coordinate with an established auction house; that house decides acceptance, estimates, and sale conditions. We do not promise auction placement or operate an auction merely because a work is submitted.
Institutional decisions remain with the institution. Every proposal should be grounded in the work, the programme, and a realistic understanding of the opportunity.
Pricing & market context
A sustainable presentation needs clear prices, consistent records, and a reasoned approach to availability. We review the artist’s existing sales and exhibition history, comparable market evidence where useful, and the costs of the proposed programme.
Sales advice and an independent appraisal are different assignments. Any commission, representation interest, or other potential conflict is disclosed and addressed in the engagement. Recognition and future resale values cannot be guaranteed.
Building a credible U.S. presence
Our aim is a professional presence that can develop over time. Exhibition planning, collector communications, and carefully selected introductions should support the practice without manufacturing a record of achievement.
A museum acquisition, gallery relationship, fair participation, or critical review depends on independent decisions. We pursue appropriate opportunities and report the work undertaken; we do not sell a promise of prestige.
The engagement
A career advisory agreement sets out objectives, services, territory, duration, fees, expenses, reporting, and termination. Representation or exclusivity applies only where expressly agreed.
Before accepting works on consignment, we establish written terms covering the works, price, commission, custody, insurance responsibilities, proceeds, and return arrangements. Artist terms are separate from the 20% client consignment model.
From the studio
Introduce your practice with a concise biography, a selected portfolio, and accurate details for each work. State dimensions, materials, date, edition information, availability, and the issuer of any accompanying certificate.
Submission begins a review. It does not create representation or authorize a sale.
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