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.

For Collectors: We Help Accomplished Professionals Create Extraordinary Spaces

After fifteen years in the art world, we've seen firsthand that the art business is fundamentally a business of trust. The most meaningful acquisitions happen through genuine connections, shared knowledge, and relationships built on mutual respect.

Our clients are lawyers, doctors, consultants, and executives, as well as interior designers and corporations who understand that acquiring art requires the same level of integrity as any significant investment. When creating meaningful spaces—whether renovating a home or transforming commercial environments—they need partners who understand both their vision and the complexities of the art market.

We bring years of carefully built relationships and deep market knowledge to every project. Through our industry partners, we know which artists are quietly preparing career-defining exhibitions, which galleries have pieces worth considering, and which collectors might be ready to share something extraordinary with the right steward. But more than market intelligence, we understand how to translate these opportunities into spaces that enhance how you live and work.

This level of access and insight comes through years of dedication, earned through discretion, and sustained by delivering on our promises. Because at the end of the day, whether you're an artist sharing your life's work or a collector opening your home, you need to know the people you're working with will honor what matters most to you.

This isn't about decorating with art. It's about working together to acquire meaningful pieces with complete confidence in both the artwork and the process.

For Artists: We Support Emerging and Under Represented Artists to Build Lasting Careers in Contemporary Art 

At Upstart Modern we focus on amplifying the careers of exceptional emerging artists and fostering meaningful cultural dialogue through contemporary art. Founded with a mission to bridge the gap between visionary talent and discerning collectors, Upstart Modern serves as a vital platform for discovering and elevating remarkable artists in San Francisco and beyond.

We believe that emerging artists deserve the same level of strategic support and professional advocacy as their established counterparts. Our approach centers on identifying artists with distinctive voices and providing them with the resources, connections, and guidance needed to build sustainable, impactful careers. Through our carefully curated network of collectors, curators, and cultural institutions, we create pathways for our artists to gain recognition and establish their presence in the contemporary art landscape.

We offer comprehensive career development that goes beyond traditional gallery representation. From strategic exhibition planning and collector introductions to professional development and market positioning, we provide emerging artists with the tools and opportunities to thrive while maintaining their artistic integrity and vision.

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