Business Details
39 Years
experience
Contemporary Art Gallery in Atlanta, GA
Founded in 1987 by Timothy Tew, our gallery has established itself as a premier destination for contemporary art in Atlanta. With decades of experience curating exhibitions, we represent an international roster of painters, photographers, and sculptors whose work redefines traditional concepts of beauty through mastery of form, color, and composition. Our team combines deep art historical knowledge with practical expertise in collection development, having facilitated thousands of artwork transactions and valuations over our 35+ year history.We maintain close relationships with collectors, artists, and institutions while staying attuned to evolving market dynamics. Our operations integrate business acumen with creative vision through services like exhibition curation, artist development, and strategic marketing initiatives. The gallery continues to evolve under the leadership of experienced professionals who bring diverse backgrounds in fine arts, education, and healthcare to our art-centric mission.
Services
Art Exhibitions
Artist Representation
Insurance Valuations
Resale Consignments
Art Appraisals
Collection Management
Exhibition Curation
Details
- Year established: 1987
Highlights and features
- We have over 35 years of experience curating contemporary art exhibitions
- Our team includes art historians with formal fine arts education backgrounds
- We maintain ongoing relationships with international artists and collectors
- Our gallery has facilitated thousands of artwork transactions since 1987
- We offer specialized insurance valuation services with transparent pricing
Services
Art Exhibitions
We curate contemporary art exhibitions featuring international artists across multiple media. Our programs showcase diverse styles from non-objective abstraction to figurative realism. Each exhibition provides collectors and institutions access to museum-quality works through our Atlanta gallery space.
Artist Representation
We represent painters, photographers, and sculptors whose work demonstrates technical mastery and conceptual depth. Our roster includes both emerging and established artists creating works that explore natural forms, idealized beauty, and contemporary interpretations of traditional techniques.
Insurance Valuations
We provide professional insurance valuations for artworks purchased through our gallery. Services cost $75 for the first item and $50 for subsequent items, with discounted rates for certified appraisers. Valuations are not available for artists no longer represented by the gallery.
Resale Consignments
We accept select resale consignments from represented artists based on market conditions and storage capacity. Submissions require detailed documentation including provenance, condition reports, and original sales records. Accepted works incur commission fees upon successful sale.
Collection Management
We assist collectors with inventory organization, artwork tracking, and logistics coordination. Our services include shipping arrangements, provenance documentation, and collection assessment for both private and institutional clients seeking to maintain comprehensive art holdings.
People
Timothy Tew
Owner
Founded Tew Galleries in 1987 after studying interior design in Paris. Specializes in identifying artists who reinterpret classical beauty through contemporary techniques. Led the gallery's evolution into a major Atlanta art institution.
Jules Bekker
Gallery Director
BFA graduate from Natal College of Arts with expertise in art history and photography. Oversees gallery operations, exhibition curation, and marketing initiatives. Joined Tew Galleries in 2005 after magazine publishing career.
Corky Davis
Sales Director
Nursing graduate with art collecting background. Manages client relationships, artwork selection, and exhibition installations. Has served as Sales Director since 2004 while providing strategic business insights.
Janine Balshan
Inventory Manager
Former elementary school teacher and bakery partner with arts education background. Oversees inventory management, shipping logistics, and customer service operations while supporting sales activities.
Questions
What type of art does TEW Galleries represent?
We represent contemporary paintings, photographs, and sculptures that explore traditional beauty through modern interpretations. Our artists work across styles from abstract to figurative realism.
How can I submit artwork for valuation?
Contact our gallery directly with detailed documentation including provenance, condition reports, and original sales information for professional insurance valuation services.
Do you accept all resale consignment submissions?
We selectively accept resale consignments based on current market trends, storage capacity, and our existing artist representation. Submissions require complete documentation for consideration.
What are your gallery hours?
We're open Monday-Friday 10am-5pm, Saturday 11am-5pm. Evening appointments available by contacting our owner or sales director directly.
How does your exhibition curation process work?
Our directors curate exhibitions featuring represented artists, focusing on thematic coherence and technical excellence. We showcase both emerging and established creators in rotating gallery displays.
