About Us

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.

DIRECTOR, VALUATIONS SPECIALIST

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. She oversees valuations within the business and has completed valuations training through Sotheby’s Institute of Art.

ASSISTANT MANAGER

Kiran is central to Artlink’s management team, overseeing accounts, team management, and client relationships. She has a wealth of experience in the visual arts having held numerous roles in the sector. Kiran is a practicing artist and holds an MFA from Elam School of Fine Arts.

SENIOR ART HANDLER

Chris leads our team of Art Handlers, brining rich experience from an extensive career in a diverse range of fields including management, transport, arbour culture and yachting. His practical know-how is key to finding solutions for our clients’ art installation and transportation needs.

ART HANDLER

Rafael brings a positive, can-do attitude to his role as an Art Handler. He has a background in the antique industry, with many years of association with a family antique business. He has a degree in communications from AUT and is also a musician.

ART HANDLER

Ross is a practical, hands-on member of the Artlink team with a keen interest in New Zealand and international art. He has a background in warehousing and transport logistics and is currently completing a master’s degree in art history.

ASSISTANT ART HANDLER

Toby is a strong and energetic team member who recently completed high school. He has grown up around art, with several artist family members. Toby is personable, engaging, and enjoying joining the workforce.

SENIOR 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.