Upstart Modern is a private gallery and art consulting firm championing emerging voices and fostering meaningful social dialogue through contemporary art. Founded with a vision to connect discerning collectors with exceptional under-represented artists, Upstart Modern has established itself as a vital incubator for discovering remarkable talent in San Francisco and beyond.

I Help Accomplished Professionals Create Extraordinary Spaces

After fifteen years navigating the art world—from emerging artist studios to exclusive private collections—I've learned that the best pieces aren't hanging in galleries waiting to be discovered. They're in places most people never access.

My clients are lawyers, doctors, consultants, and executives and often interior designers who understand that their environment shapes their success. They're renovating significant homes and want art that matches their ambition and sophistication. They don't have time to become art experts themselves, but they know quality when they see it.

I bring decades of relationships and market knowledge to every project. I know which artists are about to have meaningful shows, which galleries have the pieces worth considering, and which collectors might be ready to part with something exceptional. More importantly, I know how to translate all of that into spaces that actually work for how you live.

This isn't about decorating with art. It's about living with artwork that inspires you every single day.

Every project begins with understanding exactly what you're trying to achieve—and that's why we always start with a consultation.