About Our Founder

About Michelle Acevedo Bird

Founder & Art Advisor, ARTGALA LLC

Michelle Acevedo Bird is a distinguished art advisor and the founder of ARTGALA LLC, where she is dedicated to simplifying the art-collecting process for clients. With a unique blend of leadership skills and extensive relationships in the art world, Michelle curates personalized services tailored to meet the specific needs of each project.

Notable Achievements

Michelle’s expertise and dedication have led to several significant accomplishments, including:

-Museo Casa Mella Russo Placement and personal consuls: Successfully placing artworks within prestigious institutions as well as personal consultation to Latin Private Art 

Museum.

-Guggenheim Placement: Successfully placing artworks within prestigious institutions.

-Museo Bella Part Placement: Successfully placing artworks within prestigious institutions.

– Alberto Cruz Foundation Placement & Art Consultation: Successfully placing artworks within prestigious contemporary institutions that promotes the financial growth of rising blue chip artists and advising.

– Advising Notable Collection: Curating and placing works in notable collections Reizeck Collection, Leon Collection, Leon Bisono Collection, The Pages Collection, The Mindy Path Philontropical Collection by Tamely Bodden & as well as many extensive private art collections internationally. Collaborating directly with collectors to enhance their art holdings.

Collaborative Partnerships

Michelle has established strong relationships with leading blue-chip galleries, ensuring that clients have unparalleled access to high-quality artworks. Notable galleries include:

– Gagosian

– Berggruen Gallery

– Alexander Berggruen Gallery

– Petzel Gallery

– Acquavella Gallery

– Skarsted Gallery

– Hauser & Wirth Gallery

– Blum & Poe Gallery

– Levy Gorvy Gallery

– Opera Gallery

– Richard Gray Gallery

– Perrotin Gallery

-Arte San Ramon

-Galleria Bodden

– Skarstedt Gallery

– Helly Nahmad Gallery

– David Benrimon Fine Art

– Mnuchin Gallery

– David Zwirner

As an art advisor, Michelle Acevedo Bird is dedicated to enhancing the art-collecting experience, offering personalized and innovative solutions that cater to the individual needs of her clients. With a proven track record and an extensive network, she stands as a trusted partner in the world of fine art.

Michelle Acevedo Bird seeks to innovate the art acquisition process through several key strategies:

Personalized Services Tailored Solutions: She creates customized services that address the unique requirements and preferences of each client, ensuring a more engaging and satisfying experience.

Discreet Private Sales

– Confidential Transactions: By focusing on private sales, Michelle allows clients to acquire artworks with the utmost discretion, fostering a sense of privacy and exclusivity.

Extensive Network

– Access to Diverse Artists: Leveraging her vast network of collectors, dealers, and galleries, she connects clients with both emerging and established artists, broadening their access to a variety of artworks.

Innovative Business Practices

– Adapting to Client Needs ARTGALA is committed to exploring new methodologies for buying and selling art, which may include digital platforms, virtual viewings, or alternative financing options to enhance client engagement.

Education and Guidance

– Informative Approach: Michelle emphasizes educating clients about the art market, trends, and investment potential, empowering them to make informed decisions.

Collaboration with Leading Galleries

-Strategic Partnerships: By working with prestigious galleries, she secures high-quality artworks and offers clients exclusive opportunities to acquire significant pieces.

These strategies collectively aim to streamline the art acquisition process, making it more efficient, personalized, and aligned with contemporary needs and expectations. This innovative approach not only enhances the client experience but also positions ARTGALA as a forward-thinking player in the art market.