Mary Kate Blum Design
Fine Art Advisory

Collecting, curating & living with art

With nearly two decades of experience in the fine art market, Mary Kate offers a personalized approach to art acquisition, collection management, and curation.

Sky painting by James Van Fossan
Art Acquisition & Sourcing

A single statement piece, or a meaningful collection.

Personalized guidance in identifying and acquiring original works of art, with access to galleries, auction houses, private sellers, and established art market research. Each acquisition is considered through the lens of quality, provenance, personal taste, and long-term value.

Painting by Joan Fullerton
Collection Management

Knowledgeable guidance, rooted in art history.

Assistance with evaluating, documenting, and refining existing collections, including research, appraisal coordination, consignment, and resale guidance. Services are tailored to both seasoned collectors and those beginning their collecting journey.

Painting by Stephanie Shank
Art Curation & Placement

Where art, architecture, and interiors meet.

Thoughtful integration of fine art within residential interiors. From selecting works that complement a space to advising on scale, placement, and presentation, Mary Kate brings an understanding of how art, architecture, and interiors work together.

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“Great art is deeply personal. Whether collected over a lifetime or discovered in a single moment, the right piece brings character, meaning, and a lasting sense of individuality to a home.”