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  • A Lovely Hill: The Grandmother, the Cover Girl, the Survivor

    A Lovely Hill: The Grandmother, the Cover Girl,...

    Alejandro Salazar

    The untold story of Maxwell Pearce’s grandmother, a Black beauty icon who defied forced sterilization—now reimagined through his powerful artwork.

    A Lovely Hill: The Grandmother, the Cover Girl,...

    Alejandro Salazar

    The untold story of Maxwell Pearce’s grandmother, a Black beauty icon who defied forced sterilization—now reimagined through his powerful artwork.

  • Slam Dunks To Canvas

    Slam Dunks To Canvas

    Alejandro Salazar

    Harlem Globetrotter and artist Maxwell Pearce blends athleticism and art in powerful mixed media works that explore Black identity, family legacy, and cultural resilience. https://www.sdartadvisory.com/collections/maxwell-pearce

    Slam Dunks To Canvas

    Alejandro Salazar

    Harlem Globetrotter and artist Maxwell Pearce blends athleticism and art in powerful mixed media works that explore Black identity, family legacy, and cultural resilience. https://www.sdartadvisory.com/collections/maxwell-pearce

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Harvard-Educated Curator | International Art Advisor | Founder of SD Art Advisory

Alexander Salazar is a Harvard-educated curator and international art advisor with over 25 years of experience in the global art market. His academic training spans prestigious institutions in the United States, Italy, and London — providing a foundation rooted in connoisseurship, global perspective, and refined cultural intelligence.
Salazar’s graduate work at Harvard, combined with immersive study in Florence and London, informs his sophisticated approach to curating, advising, and art investment strategy. He has worked closely with private collectors, foundations, and institutions across the U.S., Europe, and the Middle East — offering high-level expertise in acquisitions, secondary market placements, and discreet collection building.
As the founder of SD Art Advisory, he leads a boutique consultancy and gallery specializing in secondary market sales, legacy collection support, private brokerage, and curatorial partnerships. Known for his impeccable taste and global network, Salazar is trusted by a discreet clientele who value integrity, market insight, and absolute confidentiality in every transaction.
At the core of his practice is a belief in the enduring power of art — and in serving collectors not just with access, but with vision.

Maxwell Pearce - Art of an Athlete

Maxwell Pearce is a professional basketball player and artist whose work sits at the intersection of sport, culture, and identity. His mixed media sculptures—often built from basketballs, shoelaces, and sports gear—carry stories of heritage, movement, and legacy.
Each piece is a tribute: to the people, plays, and moments that shaped him. Drawing from his experience on the court and in the studio, Pearce redefines what it means to be an athlete and a storyteller. His art reflects a lineage—from playground to pro level, from struggle to spotlight.
Collected by athletes, entertainers, and cultural institutions, Pearce’s work speaks to a generation that knows the value of owning our narrative—and building something that lasts.
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Alison Van Pelt - A Private Collection

Alison Van Pelt — A Private Collection
Alison Van Pelt is a Los Angeles-born artist known for her ethereal, near-photographic paintings that blur the line between realism and abstraction. With formal training from UCLA, Otis College of Art & Design, and the Florence Academy of Art in Italy, Van Pelt’s work reflects a deep engagement with classical technique and contemporary portraiture.
Her paintings are held in the collections of the Indianapolis Museum of Art, the Armand Hammer Museum, and the Long Beach Museum of Art, among others. Van Pelt’s work also resides in prestigious private collections, including those of President Bill Clinton and Hillary Rodham Clinton, Sting and Trudie Styler, and the Estate of Diana, Princess of Wales.
She currently lives and works in New York City.

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YENNI COCQ - BRONZE SCULPTURE

Yenny Cocq
Contemporary Figurative Bronze Sculptor
Yenny Cocq is an internationally recognized, award-winning sculptor celebrated for her minimalist bronze figures that speak to the universal themes of love, connection, and togetherness. Born in Germany and now based in Santa Fe, New Mexico, Cocq blends European design sensibility with a modern, emotional clarity that resonates across cultures and generations.
Her elegantly stylized forms—often depicting couples, families, and intimate human bonds—are cast in bronze with remarkable craftsmanship and symbolic restraint. Each piece becomes more than a sculpture; it becomes a personal totem, a portrait of connection.
Collected worldwide and exhibited throughout the U.S., Cocq’s work is highly sought after by collectors drawn to refined simplicity with lasting emotional impact.
Now available through SD Art Advisory.
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From Terroir to Canvas: Caroline Brun’s Wine-Inspired Works

Caroline Brun is a French artist based in Champagne whose work bridges fine art and oenology. A trained wine professional and synesthete, she translates the structure, emotion, and character of wine into contemporary abstract paintings — creating what she calls “visual tastings.”
Each work is rooted in a specific vintage or terroir, capturing not just the flavor profile, but the tension, complexity, and spirit of the wine itself. Brun has collaborated with prestigious wineries across France and beyond, producing commissioned works that serve as both artistic expression and collectible documentation.
For collectors who live at the intersection of wine, art, and experience — her work offers something singular.
Private viewings available by appointment at SD Art Advisory.
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QAIS AL-SINDY - Scars Upon the Earth

Qais Al Sindy is an internationally recognized Iraqi-born artist whose large-scale paintings explore the lasting impact of war, exile, and cultural memory. Trained as both an engineer and a painter, he holds a Master of Fine Arts from Baghdad University and brings a rare clarity to his work — one shaped by precision, loss, and lived experience.
His acclaimed series Scars Upon the Earth captures the remnants of war: rusted tanks, downed aircraft, and abandoned machinery — not as emblems of victory, but as evidence of human cost. These are paintings that hold silence, not spectacle. Testimonies, not monuments.
Al Sindy’s work has been exhibited across the Middle East, Europe, and the United States, including solo shows in Dubai, Jeddah, Riyadh, Kuwait, Amman, Switzerland, and at the United Nations Headquarters in New York. His voice is global, yet grounded in a personal narrative of survival, witness, and truth.
He currently lives and works in California.
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Michael Kessler United States | Born 1954

Michael Kessler is an American abstract painter known for his fusion of geometric structure and organic flow. His layered, nature-driven compositions draw from decades of experimentation with transparency, texture, and spatial rhythm.
A recipient of the Rome Prize and the Pollock-Krasner Award, Kessler’s work has been exhibited internationally and is held in major private and public collections. He currently lives and works in New Mexico.
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ANTONIO BARCENA - Mexico

Antonio Bárcena is a contemporary Mexican artist known for his vibrant palette, dynamic compositions, and uplifting narrative voice. A graduate of Tecnológico de Monterrey—one of Mexico’s most prestigious universities—he also holds a Master’s in Illustration from Coco School in Spain, with additional theological studies in the U.S.
His work spans painting, sculpture, and large-scale murals, including Buenos Días at Centro Cultural Clavijero in Morelia. Bárcena’s art blends cultural identity with universal themes of joy, faith, and human connection. His pieces are held in private collections across Mexico and internationally.
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Ramiro MartĂ­nez Plasencia Mexico | Born 1963

Ramiro MartĂ­nez Plasencia is a Mexican artist whose work explores memory, architecture, and the human condition through refined visual language. Originally trained in architecture at Tec de Monterrey, he later shifted to fine art, studying at the Academy of San Carlos and the National School of Plastic Arts in Mexico City under the mentorship of Ignacio Salazar.
He has exhibited widely, with solo shows at the Instituto Cultural de MĂ©xico in Miami and the Pinacoteca de Nuevo LeĂłn, and has participated in major biennials including the Bienal Monterrey FEMSA and Bienal Tamayo. His work is recognized for its conceptual clarity and emotive restraint.
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JENNI HOAG DAVIS - 1916-1996

Jenni Hoag Davis (1916–1996) was a mid-century artist celebrated for her contributions to the Mid-Century Movement. Her works, such as Fragmented Harmony and Flowers, showcase her unique approach to painting, blending abstract elements with harmonious compositions. Her art often reflects the aesthetics of the mid-20th century, characterized by bold colors and innovative techniques.

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ANDRE KESSLER

Andre Kessler is a contemporary artist whose work often explores abstract and modern themes. His pieces are characterized by their intricate textures, vibrant colors, and dynamic compositions, showcasing his mastery of mixed media techniques. Some of his notable works include Ancient Future #6 and Mosaic Sky I, which highlight his innovative approach to art. #sdartadvisory
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The Gift Shop at SD Art Advisory

The Gift Shop at SD Art Advisory
Discover a curated selection of unique and artful treasures at The Gift Shop at SD Art Advisory. Our boutique collection features handcrafted pieces, limited-edition prints, small original artworks, art books, and bespoke gifts—perfect for collectors, art lovers, and those seeking something truly special.
Whether you're looking for the perfect gift, a statement piece for your home, or a token of inspiration, our thoughtfully chosen items celebrate creativity and craftsmanship. Visit us in person or browse online to find a meaningful piece that speaks to you.
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