OUR SERVICES

We offer bespoke advisory services, tailored to the unique interests, values, and goals of our clients.

Introduction to Collecting

  • Whether you are an emerging art collector or yet to acquirer your first artwork, this three-part introductory course will deepen your understanding of the Australian and International commercial art world; while guiding you through the process of selecting and purchasing an artwork.

    Across the three sessions, we will:

    • Define your art identity and goals

    • Conduct educational fieldwork

    • Develop a strategic plan to kick-start your collection

    Sweatman Art Advisory will then bundle all of these findings and resources into a reference document for your continued journey through the art world.

Collection Management

  • Sweatman Art Advisory works with living artists and collectors on estate planning, and supports Executor and Trustees in a consultancy role.

    Through our trusted network of specialists, we facilitate:

    • Strategic decisions, including legal, financial and operational plans

    • Development of a governing mission and vision statement

    • Conservation and documentation services

    • Educational programs and PR strategies to promote and preserve the legacy of artist or collector

    • Deaccessioning the collection via auction or private sales

    • Facilitating public donations

Legacy & Estate Planning

  • We cultivate and care for our client’s collections by providing a suite of art advisory and collection management services.

    This includes:

    • Advising on new acquisitions

    • Conducting academic and market research

    • Advising and facilitating resale strategies

    • Maintaining a comprehensive database

    • Updating values and coordinating insurance

    • Framing and display

    • Shipping

    • Conservation

    • Storage

    • Supervision of installation

    • Coordinating exhibition loans and donations

    • Developing and implementing environmentally sustainable practices

Commissions & Collaborations

  • We facilitate artist commissions and creative collaborations with artists to deliver cutting edge public art projects, special events, R&D strategies, and cultural branding initiatives.

    We cultivate deep relationships between artists and commissioning entities by supporting both sides throughout the entire lifecycle of a project.

Business Development & Operational Solutions

  • We provide artists, commercial galleries, creative studios, and other small to medium & cultural organisations with tailored business and operational solutions that enables them to reach their full potential.

    Services include:

    • Developing business cases and conducting feasibility studies

    • Budgets and financial resourcing

    • Stockroom and studio management services

    • Systems and administration reviews, with accompanying solutions designs

    • Identification and exploration of partnerships and new business opportunities

Curatorial & Mentorship Services

  • We provide end-to-end curatorial & mentorship services with:

    • Conceptual development and exhibition planning

    • Grant applications

    • Market analysis and research

    • Acquisitions, consignments and commissions

    • Contracts, negotiations and evaluations

    • Budgets and financial resourcing

    • Collaborations with Built Environment professionals

    • Project management and implementation

    • Organising and hosting bespoke events and cultural experiences

    • Reporting, acquittals and documentation