Alstergren.
An Artist Agency and Art Advisory imagined and created by Kate Alstergren in response to the needs of a rapidly changing art market.
Alstergren benefits significantly from Kate’s extensive experience in the art market, from displaying art, lighting art, framing art, cataloguing and insurance to diligence in pricing, quality, and provenance. Kate also has the advantage of being a good negotiator which is paramount within a competitive art market.
Alstergren is committed to honesty and to fairness, prioritising customers above all else. Recognising we have a finite time on the planet, Kate appreciates the need to ensure what we do is enjoyable and leaves us without regret. She embraces harmony, is committed to kindness and compassion and supports diversity in the community.
Alstergren brings exceptional works of art to collectors, guaranteeing a smooth and satisfying experience for all.
Alstergren has a focus on education and programming to encourage youth and the elderly to feel engaged and involved. Alstergren is also building a network through art tours, studio visits and artist interviews. Kate’s vision is a vibrant arts hub that will bring people, art, and education together whilst nurturing artistic talent whenever and wherever possible.
Our ethos
EDUCATION COMMITMENT SIMPLICITY
INTEGRITY INNOVATION DIVERSITY EXPERIENCE KNOWLEDGE TRUTH
Kate Alstergren
Kate Alstergren is an accomplished and highly versatile arts leader with extensive experience in the Australian art world.
With a pedigree and undeniable polish established working within Australia’s leading galleries, Kate has emerged as one of Australia’s most respected and passionate Gallery Directors and Art Administrators.
Recognising the need for tailored artist management and an elevated collector experience, Kate has reimagined how artists and buyers come together.
With a passion for contemporary art, Kate has extensive knowledge of Art History and theory. She holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts (Painting), a Bachelor of Fine Arts (Honours) and a Master of Fine Art (Painting).
During Kate’s extensive career she has worked at Olsen Gallery Sydney as Gallery Manager, Roslyn Oxley9, Olsen Gruin New York as Operations Director and Studio Gallery as Group Gallery Director and Curator. A career highlight at Olsen Gallery was collaboration with the indigenous art collective APY Lands developing exhibitions within Australia and America.
Kate has worked with many of Australia’s best artists, building long-term relationships and representing them at Art Fairs, events and conferences both nationally and internationally. She has worked very closely with and has supported hundreds of artists in preparation for exhibition including; Del Kathryn Barton, Dale Frank, Nell, Hany Armanious, John Olsen, Guy Maestri, Sophie Cape, Yaritji Young, Jenny Watson, David Noonan, Nyapanyapa Yunupingu and John Young.
Kate has extensive knowledge and connectivity to Australian contemporary art practice and her commitment to continued academic and commercial advancement, along with her passion for museum and gallery visits around the world, ensures Alstergren can provide a rich experience for anyone desiring to stretch their art knowledge and imagination. Kate works closely with all clients and seeks both those who are interested in buying their first piece of art, through to those interested in building a legacy collection.