Contemporary Art for the Trade in San Francisco & the Bay Area
TO THE TRADE
Looking for the right artwork for your project? Ruben Garcia works directly with the trade to source, place, and create original artwork for spaces and clients.
ART FOR PROFESSIONALS WHO CURATE
INTERIOR DESIGNERS
Artwork selected for the space.
Original paintings for residential, commercial, and hospitality interiors. Work directly with Ruben to select available artwork or discuss a commission for a specific space, scale, or palette.
REAL ESTATE PROFESSIONALS
Artwork for properties and clients.
Artwork available for staging, listing photography, open houses, client previews, and private exhibitions. Ruben also works directly with agents whose clients are looking for original artwork for a new home.
ARCHITECTS
Art that belongs in the architecture.
Original contemporary artwork for architectural projects, from individual residences to larger commercial and hospitality spaces. Commissions can be developed around the scale and character of a project.
DEVELOPERS
Art for the spaces that define a development..
Original artwork for model residences, lobbies, amenities, lounges, and common spaces. Ruben can collaborate with development teams to explore artwork that contributes to the visual identity of a project.
the trade services
From sourcing and placement to lending, commissions, and client experiences, we make it easier to bring the right art into your project.
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Artwork may be available for temporary placement in staged properties, model residences, photography, open houses, and other project settings.
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Work directly with Ruben to consider scale, placement, and the relationship between artwork and the surrounding interior or architecture.
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Commission an original painting developed specifically for a project, with consideration given to scale, palette, and the character of the space.
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Arrange private art previews, studio visits, or exhibitions for clients, collectors, and professional networks.
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Give clients something personal and lasting: an original work of art from a San Francisco contemporary artist.
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Explore artwork for model units, lobbies, amenities, lounges, and common spaces, including opportunities to develop a cohesive visual identity across a project.
HOW IT WORKS
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Tell Us About the Project
Share the space, project type, timeline, and what you're looking for.
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Review the Work
Ruben will provide available artwork or discuss options appropriate to the project.
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Select or Commission
Choose an existing work or discuss creating something specifically for the space.
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Coordinate the Details
Artwork placement, lending, delivery, and other project details are coordinated directly with the studio.
TRADE FAQs
Do you lend artwork for real estate staging?
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Yes. Selected artwork may be available for temporary placement in staged properties, model homes, photography, and open houses in San Francisco and the Bay Area.
Do you work with interior designers and architects?
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Yes. Ruben works directly with interior designers and architects on artwork selection, placement, commissions, and project-specific inquiries.
Can I commission artwork for a specific space?
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Yes. Commissions can be developed around the desired scale, palette, and character of a particular interior or architectural space.
Do you work with real estate developers?
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Yes. Ruben works with developers on artwork for model residences, lobbies, amenities, lounges, common spaces, and broader development projects.
Can I bring a client to the studio?
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Private studio visits and art previews are available by appointment.