About
Artamour Advisory is a boutique art consultancy and advisory service based in Southern California, committed to cultivating meaningful connections between artists, collectors, and the transformative power of art. With over two decades of experience in the art world, our team specializes in guiding clients to discover and acquire Modern and Contemporary Art that reflects their personal style and transforms their spaces into sources of daily inspiration. We pride ourselves on offering expert guidance through the intricacies of the art market, fostering trust and delivering personalized, exceptional service to individuals, designers, artists, and corporations alike.
Kristen de Bruyn
FOUNDER & PRINCIPAL
Kristen de Bruyn is an art industry expert and business strategist with a passion for connecting collectors with art they love. Specializing in Modern and Contemporary Art, she helps clients discover and acquire pieces that celebrate individual tastes and create inspired spaces.
With nearly two decades of experience in both primary and secondary markets, Kristen has held key positions at prestigious auction houses including Bonhams, Phillips, Sotheby's, and Christie's. Her expertise encompasses fine art valuation research and building key relationships with leading art experts, collectors, fiduciaries, cultural institutions, and business leaders. As VP, Global Head of Digital Experience at Christie's, she delivered innovative business solutions to connect clients with inspiring art and objects. In this role, she led global teams across 80 art and luxury collecting categories and oversaw digital promotions for over 370 annual sale campaigns.
As an Art Agent, Kristen consults emerging artists on portfolio management, exhibition strategy, and digital and content marketing strategies to drive commercial success. She also leads intimate Art + Soul salon programs that foster art appreciation and community-building.
Kristen holds a degree in Art History from UCLA, with additional certificates in Art Appraisals & Advisory from Christie's Education and Arts Management from UMass Amherst. Known for her transparent and engaging approach, Kristen instills trust in clients and colleagues alike, bridging the gap between art and business with her comprehensive industry knowledge.
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