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Enjoy a private viewing of our ongoing exhibitions with refreshments and a chance to work with our team to navigate the finer points of art collecting.
From understanding provenance, to staying apprised of the art market, and navigating the different art world movements and motifs that may align with what you love. We look forward to getting to know you and working with you to identify art that compliments your taste, lifestyle needs and collection goals from West Chelsea Contemporary's private collection of over 1200 works of world-class art. We look forward to helping you grow your collection!
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Allee Beatty, Gallery Director
Allee Beatty grew up in Connecticut, where she received two degrees in the Arts, a BA in Art History from Wesleyan University and an MA in American Studies focusing on Museums and Communities from Trinity College. Allee has served in multiple galleries and institutions including the New Britain Museum of American Art, the Aldrich Contemporary Art Museum, and the Wadsworth Atheneum. She has advised collectors in multiple mediums including glasswork, sculpture, digital art, prints, and paintings. She specializes in emerging and established Contemporary Artists–always providing an art historical and market-informed perspective.
Derek Boone, Art Consultant
Derek Boone was born and raised in Austin, Texas and received his Bachelor's Degree in Merchandising with a Minor in Marketing from The University of North Texas. He specializes in advising for art as an investment, curating collections for clients, high-value artwork placement for private/corporate clients, and interior design. He loves sharing conversations with new friends in the art space, and truly believes in the life enhancing value of artwork. He believes in transparency and honesty as essential when working with our clients. Derek is dedicated to building lasting relationships in our space, and will take care of his clients long after they've had their artwork placed in their home.
Victoria Elida, Art Consultant
Victoria Rodriguez comes from Van Vleck, Texas and received a degree from The University of Texas in San Antonio in Public Relations with a Minor in General Business. She was introduced to the Art World and fell in love - the connection between people to art and vice versa is her ultimate goal; and it comes sincerely and easily to her. Victoria has been in the art world since 2015: from Art Curator in San Francisco at EvolvedSF to Gallery Assistant in Santa Monica at Bergamot Station, working her way up to Assistant Director at a Gallery in the LA Arts District, to working in Artist Management with 232AM Projects and opening the first gallery in Brentwood, California. Victoria specialized in curating collections, placing valuable artwork for clients and interior designers. Everything Victoria does is with grace, virtue and transparency. She wants to continue the momentum of the connection of people to art. Whether it be their first piece or 20th to their collection, she wants to ensure that connection and memorable motility.
Ethan Kelt, Art Consultant
Ethan Kelt is dedicated to building strong collecting relationships with both established and emerging collectors. Having obtained his bachelor's degree in Art History from the University of Texas–Ethan simultaneously gained 4 years of experience in both public and private art institutions.Ethan specializes in limited edition prints and focuses on post-war contemporary and modern artists. His approach is centered around education, transparency, and personalized art experiences. He believes everyone should have equal access to art collecting and deeply support the growing Austin arts community.
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