The 2025 Governor General’s Awards in Visual and Media Arts aren't just a celebration of creativity—they’re a powerful reminder of why public arts funding matters, not only for culture but for the economy. These awards spotlight the long-term impact of sustained investment in the arts, and why Canada’s approach offers a vital counterpoint to what's happening elsewhere.

Christie's Augmented Intelligence sale closed on March 5, and the numbers tell us a lot about where AI art stands in the market. Some works soared past expectations while others struggled to meet their low estimates. So, what does this mean for Canada? Will we see a leap from research labs and festivals into major auction houses? And what will it take for Canadian AI artists to cross over into the commercial market?

Fine Art Funds, fractional shares, and art as an asset class—smart investments or just market hype? A deep dive into the relatively recent history of art as an investment vehicle and how socially conscious funds are changing the way we think about them.

What happens when one of the world’s most famous portraits—Yousuf Karsh’s The Roaring Lion—gets stolen in a brazen hotel heist? Beyond the intrigue and international investigation, the art market takes notice. Prices shift, provenance matters more than ever, and media attention fuels demand.

2024 saw major Canadian institutions expand their collections, while many others implemented acquisition holds. Does this signal growing disparity between institutions with significant donor support and those that must navigate more restrictive budgets? What does this mean for the art market in 2025?

Love is in the air... and so are capital gains taxes. This Valentine’s (or Valuation) Day we break down what Canada’s upcoming tax changes might mean for art sales, donations, and estate planning. Spoiler: timing really matters.

Considering CARFAC’s recommendations on AI and copyright in light of Christie’s upcoming AI auction (the first of its kind) and how artists and the art market might respond.

How does a $50 painting turn into a $349,250 auction sale? Spoiler: It’s not luck. It’s all about authentication. A dive into two recent remarkable art discoveries.

What do Basquiat, a banana, and billionaires have in common? Interest rates! Auction houses are struggling, art-backed loans are tightening, and appraisers are adapting to a shifting landscape where past sales aren’t always the best guide.

What does it take for a Canadian photograph to sell for $3.6 million? Rarity? Prestige? A perfect storm of market forces? I break down the fascinating dynamics behind the sale of Canada’s most expensive photograph ever sold.

With the looming possibility of a 25% trade tariff on Canadian goods entering into the United States, Canadian artists and art market could face new challenges, but also new possibilities. How might tariffs impact cross-border sales, institutional collecting, and the global momentum of Canadian contemporary art?

I've launched a Substack! If you're curious about the fascinating world of the Canadian art and photography market, this is for you. I'll be sharing insights, stories, and analysis—like thoughts on the recent CCPERB decision to delay the export of a Krieghoff painting purchased by a foreign buyer.