Our goal is to educate the public and build transparency in the art market. This diverse Symposium offers topics on caring for your collection to panel discussions on the histories and mysteries of art prices and how to build a living collection.
FRIDAY October 9
3:45pm
Caring for Your Art Collection
Experts discuss best practices and why caring for your artwork matters.
4:45pm
Architecture, Art & Interior Design – The Roles & Responsibilities in Building a Living Collection
Join this conversation about the collaborative efforts that make the relationship between art, architecture, design, and home relevant. The curatorial process of private space is crucial to the interplay of design and art.
SATURDAY October 10
1:30pm
As I See It: Where Art Meets Design – An Intimate Look Inside Hunt Slonem’s Legendary Residences
The marriage of art and design is the subject of painter Hunt Slonem’s amazing new book, which was just released and offers a bird’s eye view of the artist’s fantastically decorated and meticulously restored homes, including two Southern plantations.
2:30pm
Artist Spotlight: Robert Freimark – The Legacy of a True West Coast Abstract Expressionist
Hohmann Fine Art is proud to represent the estate of Robert Freimark, who resided in the Silicon Valley most of his life.
4:45pm
The Californian Art Market Today
The California art market can’t be defined with a single narrative. It is shaped by dealers, collectors, and auction houses. While this is an exciting time in CA with more art fairs, galleries and museums than ever before, for any given artist, the market is in flux. Some CA artists command great sums of money, while others are still undervalued.
SUNDAY October 11
2:30pm
Artist Spotlight: An In-depth Look at Two Bay Area Artists – Elizabeth Barlow and Kim Frohsin
A look at the artist’s current bodies of work: Elizabeth Barlow’s ‘Portrait’s in Absentia’ and Kim Frohsin’s ‘Cautionary Tales’ 2015. Learn about the artists’ voices, unique visions, importance, and relevance within the contemporary art environment.
3:30pm
Art Legacy Planning – Life is Long. Art is Longer.
The discussion will include an overview of art appraisals, art insurance and the prevention of financial loss, the pros and cons of donating and gifting, the various trends in art lending and the consideration of art as an asset.
5:00pm
Art and Philanthropy – Building a Healthy Arts Ecosystem
Join the San Francisco Art Dealers Association (SFADA) for an inspiring panel discussion on the impact of giving back in the arts.
