About

JENNIE DRUMMOND

Head of Department

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Jennie’s experience in the worlds of fine art and art collecting has equipped her with huge knowledge of the contemporary and commercial art world. Working both independently and collaboratively, she manages every aspect of the SMC Art Consultancy.

EMMIE RATTER

Senior Art Consultant

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Emmie comes from a museum background, with a focus on East Asian art, and collection management. Working closely with Jennie, she helps to deliver initial artwork concepts and development ideas through to implementation, completion and delivery.

WHO WE ARE

We are an art consultancy based in London bridge who source and commission artwork for leading corporate and private clients, as well as top architects and designers.

We are passionate in our mission to provide innovative and thoughtful artwork, and have a huge database of emerging and established artists that we collaborate closely with in order to achieve this.

We ensure that all the details of the artwork reflect a clients brand values whilst complementing and enhancing the overall design concept.

Whether it is a single commissioned piece, or a complete artwork programmes. Our aim is to make artwork procurement as simple and enjoyable as possible for the client. Our service is also backed by outstanding project management, looking after every detail and managing every aspect of the process – from concept and production to budget management, logistics and installation.

The Process

1. INITIAL CONSULTATION

Meeting with the client we listen carefully to their brief, offering initial ideas and thoughts on the best artwork for the space. We offer this service on a complimentary basis and feel that it is crucial in helping our understanding of the client’s brand, aesthetic and budget.

2. CONCEPTUALISATION

Using our extensive database as well as our inhouse team of designers we develop ideas from initial discussions. We carry out extensive research to ensure we are using the most relevant artists and designs to each specific client. During the conceptualisation stage we create sketches and where necessary visuals to allow the client to full understand the proposed concepts. We work closely with material boards and to ensure the artwork both compliments and enhances the space. We always consider the artwork within the space and very much an integrated part of the design.

3. PRESENTATION

Our art consultants present a comprehensive presentation of all developed concepts tailored specifically to the clients brief. Presentations include relevant samples, as well as an initial idea of costings. We present a number of concepts for each space, and outline any preferred materials, finishes and colour palette.

4. BUDGET MANAGEMENT

We are experienced with working on a wide range of budgets – to low cost single items, to extensive budgets covering thousands of pieces. We prudently factor in every cost to each project. Either acting as an agent for our client or independently we carefully manage all aspects of the budget to ensure the project is completed under budget and on time.

5. LOGISTICS

Once the artwork has been signed off and is ready for collection we organise every aspect of the logistics procedure, whether the artwork is being picked up locally or internationally. We meticulously plan and organise all crating, labelling, insurance and logistics to ensure the smooth delivery of artwork to their destination. It is crucial that an artwork arrives in prestine condition so we work with dedicated and expert art handlers to ensure the artwork is well looked after.

6. INSTALLATION

Working with fully insured installers we can oversee the complete installation of all artwork. We are able to personally stay onsite during the installation process to make sure that an artwork is hung according to a clients specifications. We are able to able to supply appropriate fixings and advise on the correct hanging of the artwork – whether these are simple framed pieces or complex, large scale installations.