About Us
Artlink is an Auckland-based specialist art logistics provider that serves New Zealand’s leading galleries, artists, and private collectors. We offer industry-leading storage and transport solutions for fine art.
Located in the Auckland suburb of Onehunga, our warehouse includes custom-designed storage solutions, 24/7 security monitoring, and a climate-controlled environment to ensure peace of mind for our clients.
Our People
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Dr. Julian McKinnon
MANAGING DIRECTOR
Julian founded Artlink in 2023. He has an extensive background in the fine arts industry, comprising decades of experience as an artist, writer, researcher, educator, curator and technician. He holds a Ph.D. from Elam School of Fine Arts. In recent years, he has held roles at Gow Langsford Gallery and Webb’s auction house. At Artlink, he provides strategic leadership and operational management.
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Fiona Taylor
DIRECTOR
Fiona is central to the business leadership of Artlink. As an art collector, she understands the significance and value of art and the level of care it requires. As a Director of Artlink, she ensures that the collector mindset is duly considered at every stage of our business decision making.
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Hugo Lindsay
ART HANDLER
Hugo is a visual arts practitioner with rich experience working in the sector. He has held technical roles in gallery and professional contexts, and he is a practicing artist. Consequently, he has an in-depth understanding of the visual arts ecosystem in Aotearoa. At Artlink, Hugo brings that professional knowledge to his hands-on role as an Art Handler. Hugo holds an MFA from Elam School of Fine Arts.
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Chris Brady
ART HANDLER (NORTHLAND)
Chris holds an MFA from Elam School of Fine Arts and has extensive art handling and installation experience, including roles at Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tāmaki, and Auckland Council. He was a key figure in the relocation of Auckland War Memorial Museum’s large object collection to a new storage facility. Chris made the lifestyle decision to move to Whangarei in 2020 and is very active in the local art community.
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Kiran McKinnon
CLIENT LIAISON & SALES
Kiran is Artlink’s lead client liaison, acting as the point of contact between clients and the business. She has held client-facing roles in a range of industries and has a wealth of experience in the visual arts. Kiran is a practicing artist and holds an MFA from Elam School of Fine Arts.