What to Expect
Black Etc. works closely with private clients, foundations, museums, galleries and brands to realise collaborative, solution-based outcomes.
Art Market Strategy Consulting
Research & Analysis
Business Planning & Implementation
Creative & Commercial & Partnerships
Philanthropic Initiatives
Art Estate Planning & Management
Collections Management
Acquisitions & Divestments
Logistics, Insurance & Condition Reporting
Value Appreciation Strategies
Photography Expertise
Web3 Best Practice
Insight & Innovation Sessions
Tailored Strategy Workshops
Business & Professional Goal Setting
Business Development & Network Expansion
Start-up Support & Growth
Web3 & Digital Art Market Education
“An empty canvas is full.”
— Robert Rauschenberg
And still, the limits of a canvas are set by the creator.
Black Etc. treats every project as a canvas of potential - setting clear boundaries, defining goals and refining what success looks like within its limits.
Black Etc. leverages a strong network of collectors, creatives, service providers and institutions to provide bespoke strategic services, collections management and education to clients.With an extensive background in the photography market and intensive experience in new technologies initiatives, the company’s owner Valérie C Whitacre takes a future-forward approach to projects.
Valérie also believes in the importance of supporting the next generation of artists, dealers, curators and creative innovators, providing subsidised mentorship and career guidance.Working with Black Etc., clients can expect:Open ideationTransparent, critical feedbackHigh quality communicationExcellence at all levelsThought leadershipCompassionate mentorship & education
Please get in touch
Please feel free to get in touch no matter the scope of your project: mail@black-etc.art
All enquiries and conversations are strictly private and confidential. However, if you require an NDA before a consultation, please make sure to inform us.
News and updates are sent once a quarter.