The science of collecting is a fascinating field, and Shirley Mueller, M.D. has devoted her life to studying the science of collecting, museum curating, and scholarship on her own collection of Chinese export porcelain. Her groundbreaking research has contributed to museum exhibitions and scholarly papers that help us understand the inner workings of a collector’s brain.

This episode highlights the collaboration between the print publication, Friend of the Artist, and online auction house Auc Art. We speak with both founders about their mission to promote the careers of emerging artists through print and digital media.

With a distinguished career in auction houses on both coasts, Charlie Adamski Caulkins talks about the state of the art market, the role of auction houses, and the transformation Sotheby’s underwent during the pandemic.

Jennifer left her successful museum career to work with collectors on a more individual basis. Her approach to collection building is holistic and combines her experience as a student of the history of decorative arts, interiors, and the art market.