MEET THE FOUNDER
With over a decade in the art world, Michelle Cook connects people with pieces that feel made for them. A double major in Art History and Finance from the University of Denver, she brings together a genuine love of art and a sharp sense for the business behind it. That combination, paired with her project management background, has shaped award-winning projects for international luxury brands and high-end boutique properties.
Over those ten years, Michelle has built an expansive network of artists and galleries and a finely tuned eye, keeping her attuned to emerging artists and fluent in an art world that never stops shifting. She's a regular presence at art fairs and lectures, always close to what's next.
At Curated Collections, art is never just decoration. It's the first thing you notice walking into a room and the thing you keep returning to. The right piece sets the tone of a space, shifts how it feels to be in it, and quietly shapes your mood, your focus, and the rhythm of your day.
Our process is about building a collection that tells your story, weaving together texture, color, and concept into something that feels personal and complete. Working closely with every client, we take a holistic view of who you are and how you live, guiding each step to find pieces that reflect you while respecting the realities of your space and price point. It's an approach grounded in open communication, real expertise, and genuine attention to your perspective.
Because art isn't just a purchase. It's an investment in yourself and the way you live, and the right pieces bring a space to life in a way that feels unmistakably yours.
It depends on the scope. A single piece for a living room is a different project than a whole home or office, so our pricing follows the size and reach of the work. After an initial conversation about your space and what you're hoping for, we put together a detailed proposal that lays out the process and the costs, and we'll recommend the fee structure that fits the project, so you know the full picture before anything begins.
Everything it takes to get from a blank wall to a finished collection: research, the development and refinement of the concept, and the final production, including framing and installation oversight. Once we've agreed on the scope, the proposal spells out exactly which services are included in the fee. There's nothing hidden in it.
It varies with the size and complexity of the project, and we set a realistic timeline together at the start. Some pieces are ready to hang; commissions and international shipping take longer. If the schedule needs to shift, we stay flexible, and you'll hear from us at every step, so there are no surprises about where things stand.