Business Details
18 Years
experience
Your Premier Art Gallery in New Orleans, LA
Founded in 2008 by Pamela Bryan, Octavia Art Gallery has established itself as a premier destination for contemporary art in New Orleans. Our gallery represents a diverse roster of emerging, mid-career, and established artists, with a particular emphasis on abstraction and cultural diversity. We are proud to steward the estates of renowned Abstract Expressionist Fritz Bultman and Art Deco sculptor Enrique Alfrez. Through participation in major national and international art fairs, seasonal exhibitions in New York, and curated gallery shows, we connect collectors with significant works of art. Our team provides expert art advisory services and fine art appraisals, guided by certified professionals who serve private, corporate, and institutional clients.We maintain a strong commitment to accessibility, ensuring our digital platforms and physical spaces welcome all visitors. With decades of combined experience in art history, curation, and collection management, our leadership team brings deep expertise to every client interaction. Our gallery directors hold advanced degrees in art administration and are active members of professional organizations like the Appraisers Association of America. We prioritize transparent communication, ethical practices, and personalized service in all our professional engagements.
Services
Art exhibitions
Art advisory
Fine art appraisals
Art consulting
Gallery representation
Details
- Year established: 2008
Highlights and features
- Founded in 2008 with deep roots in New Orleans' art community
- Represent artists from 15+ countries across three career stages
- Offer certified appraisal services by AAA-member professionals
- Maintain accessibility compliance for all digital and physical spaces
- Provide personalized art advisory for private and corporate collections
Associations and certifications
- Appraisers Association of America
Services
Art exhibitions
We curate contemporary art exhibitions featuring emerging, mid-career, and established artists. Our rotating gallery shows highlight abstract works and culturally diverse perspectives. Exhibitions occur year-round at our New Orleans location and partner venues.
Art advisory
Our certified advisors assist with art collection development for private and corporate clients. Services include concept development, artwork sourcing, budget management, and installation. We maintain relationships with artists across 15+ countries to provide unique acquisition opportunities.
Fine art appraisals
We provide USPAP-compliant appraisals for insurance, estate planning, and charitable donations. Led by Appraisers Association of America member Kristina Larson, our valuations serve collectors, attorneys, and institutions with professional documentation and market analysis.
Art consulting
Our consulting services help develop corporate and public art collections. We offer curation, acquisition guidance, and installation services for commercial spaces, healthcare facilities, and hospitality venues. Clients include Memorial Sloan Kettering and New Orleans BioInnovation Center.
Gallery representation
We represent contemporary artists across career stages with focus on abstract and culturally significant works. Our representation includes exhibition opportunities, career development, and market positioning. Current roster includes artists from the United States, Europe, and North Africa.
People
Pamela Bryan
President
Pamela Bryan founded Octavia Art Gallery in 2008 after serving as Executive Director at Longue Vue House and Gardens. She holds degrees in English Literature, Accounting, and Art History from Tulane University. She actively supports art preservation organizations.
Kristina Larson
Gallery Director | Art Appraiser
Kristina Larson directs gallery operations and provides appraisals as an Appraisers Association of America member. She earned a Master's in Arts Administration from SCAD and has consulted for the Moroccan Ministry of Art and Culture.
Emily Siekkinen
Director
Emily Siekkinen has directed exhibitions at Octavia Art Gallery since 2008. With a BFA from the University of Florida, she organizes international shows and maintains artist relationships across six continents while curating the gallery's exhibition calendar.
Questions
What types of artists does Octavia Art Gallery represent?
We represent emerging, mid-career, and established contemporary artists with focus on abstraction and cultural diversity. Our roster includes artists from 15+ countries across three career stages.
Do you offer art appraisal services?
Yes, we provide USPAP-compliant fine art appraisals for insurance, estate planning, and charitable donations. Our director Kristina Larson is a member of the Appraisers Association of America.
Are your exhibitions only in New Orleans?
While our main gallery is in New Orleans, we participate in international art fairs and maintain exhibition partnerships in New York, Houston, and Brussels. Seasonal shows occur in multiple locations annually.
Do you work with corporate art collections?
Yes, our art consulting division assists corporations with collection development, curation, and installation. We've worked with healthcare institutions, law firms, and hospitality clients including Memorial Sloan Kettering and Eliza Jane Hotel.
