As an interiors photographer who photographs many high end homes, I see a lot of artwork placed in…read morea variety of residences. I just photographed a home on the Peninsula where Michelle Bello was the Art Consultant and was so impressed with the breadth and quality of the art selected. I was struck not only by the "museum quality" of the art but also how beautifully it was placed in the home. Michelle clearly has a highly honed aesthetic and knows how to place the perfect piece in the right place.

Michelle Bello deserves the highest recommendation. We were reminded what a talented person…read moreMichelle is due to the recent buzz she's received from respected art critics for an exhibition she curated, not to mention getting a major feature article in the San Francisco Chronicle. While Michelle has been our art consultant for over 20 years she is also a curator and works with outstanding artists. Michelle's in-depth knowledge of contemporary art is second to none, and she conducts her business with integrity and the highest standards. Over the years she has introduced us to both emerging and established artist whose work reflects our own passions and aesthetic. Now many of these same artists can be found in major collections and museums. Michelle is not only passionate when it comes to introducing her clients to great works that speak to them in meaningful ways, but she has an incredible eye when it comes to art placement. Oh, and for those just starting out building their art collection, you couldn't make a wiser decision than to hire Michelle. She is a delight to work with and will help you every step of the way!

Expect very personalized service from a woman with so many years in the business. She's incredibly…read morenice and approachable, and seems to welcome commissions from private homes all the way up to big companies.

I worked with Carol on a couple of occasions to decorate our office space. She understood our…read moreneeds, made excellent suggestions, and was practical. Our job involved mostly posters and framing, which she handled from the beginning to the end. The price is reasonable. The experience is personable as she's easy going. She lent us her catalogs. The man who put up the art work is very experienced, pleasant, and meticulous in making the final product look right. We will go back to her again.

Annette Schutz and James Bacchi have created a warm and welcoming atmosphere at ArtHaus. When you…read morestop by, you'll no doubt have an interesting conversation, admire the art and the beautiful space, and think to yourself that you couldn't possibly afford the gorgeous paintings , photographs and sculptures. Look at the price tags, and you'll be pleasantly surprised. You might just walk out with an original:-)

South of Market, unpretentious and friendly. Owners James and Annette are true art lovers showing…read morethe work of new and established artists. Check it out.

My best friend and I got our colors done by Mary Lou. The result has been such a surprising boost…read moreto my personal confidence, and made my clothing shopping laser focused and effective. Mary Lou makes the process really personalized, easy to do, and delightful. She helps match the colors not only to your skin tone, hair, and eye color, but also to things like the way you like to show up in life, and personal goals you have. We enjoyed the color sessions so much that we invited Mary Lou to come to our homes to do closet consultations. I was delighted to find that many of my clothes were the correct color, and she showed me sophisticated ways to put them together into outfits I hadn't considered before. She also knew so many easy tips, like about arm length and the right position for jewelry, which have made even outfits I already use much more attractive. I really can't recommend enough how great a gift it is to get a color session. Give the gift to yourself or a friend. Mary Lou is very down to earth and makes it a really easy step-by-step process.

Mary Lou's color analysis is incredibly insightful and empowering. My color palette fan sparks joy…read moreevery time I use it -- I often find myself mixing and matching colors, discovering new combinations. Her keen guidance was so impactful that I've even gifted both of my adult children their own color fans!

This is an incredible way to decorate your home with REAL art that comes to your door. Noa is the…read moreowner and in most cases the designer of the pieces that look best and work in your home and with your style, taste and current decor. She came into my home with dozens of options, hanging canvas's up on my wall where I was able to study them, take a picture and feel the art in the space - then - all of a sudden, I turn around after she has put another two pieces up and WOW that's it. I would have never picked what I picked in any store - but seeing on my wall in MY living room - I knew - it spoke to me, and that was it. The framer came shortly after, framed it perfectly and it's now hanging on my wall. Do you know how many pictures and how much time I would have had to lug in my car and put up each piece only to probably return it and start all over again? Too many hours to count - too many holes in my wall - too many trips to countless stores. Noa is awesome, talented, warm, friendly and honest about what works and what doesn't AND there is no pressure. It's free for her to come and take a test drive of art in your home! Highly recommend!

Noa was wonderful! She had a great eye and understood our style after just a few minutes in the…read morehouse. The paintings she recommended were perfect for each room and what was especially valuable was her suggestions for optimizing the space. We already made a couple of the changes she mentioned and it has really elevated the room! Her style is very personable without feeling like too much of a "sales pitch". Her framer was also punctual and efficient, and available just a couple days after we bought the art. Would definitely recommend Noa's Art to any new home owners looking to create a beautiful space!

Anna Smith gives her client a sense of security when you know you are working with a highly…read moreknowledgable individual who also displays professionalism, business savvy, respect and kindness in putting together a business venture that satisfies her client. I could not have been happier with my experience with Anna D. Smith. I have recommended Anna to a couple of friends who I know will be impressed with her business knowledge as well.

From the owner: Anna D. Smith Fine Art and Real Estate Broker in Silicon Valley, whose motto is “Fine Art needs a…read moreHome and a Home needs Fine Art,” is a leading art advisory and brokerage firm, specializing in contemporary Underground art. In addition to its art services, the firm also provides real estate services related to buying and selling commercial or residential properties in Silicon Valley. With a reputation as the "Queen of the Underground Art World," founder Anna D. Smith has built Anna D. Smith Fine Art and Real Estate Broker into an art and real estate brokerage firm known for its expertise, professionalism, and commitment to client satisfaction.

Look no further for the perfect place to select the finishing touches for your home, office or…read moreanywhere you are wanting to make beautiful. Making beautiful home interiors is my profession and I always need help finishing up projects which is why I am so grateful to have Slate Gallery. Danielle and her partner Shelly are extremely knowledgeable about the artists they represent and they curate a beautiful collection. They are also able to source art from other galleries so when they don't have the exact thing a client wants they are able to pull from other local dealers. And not only that, they bring the art to my clients after they have spent time learning about what they want and where it is going to hang in the house. We have come to rely on them greatly here at LMB Interiors and our clients rave about their great service. I highly recommend.

I finally got to stop in at this new gallery in Temescal on my way home. The exhibit there now is…read moregorgeous, works by Jessica Martin, an emerging Bay Area artist. New exhibits every month, I look forward to finding a bit of Breathing Space at Slate when I need an art fix. Open Thu-Sat 10-5 + Art Murmur first friday nights, 7-9pm.

I love working with Work of Art. They have hung everything in my home and have come several times…read moreover the years when I have moved art work around or gotten new pieces. They do such high quality work, are very collaborative, have a great eye for what will look best, and fast. Total pros!

I found this business on Yelp, after painters removed my artwork from the walls to paint my condo…read more Based on the strength of Work of Art's Yelp reviews, I hired them. I am adding my voice to the chorus of this company's glowing reviews. Two people came over to put up my ten pieces of art. They brought all the fastening and measuring tools necessary to hang my art in a professional manner. They removed the stress of having to worry about slanted angles. When they were finished, everything was straight, securely attached to the walls, and perfectly positioned. I'll work with them the next time I have art to put up. They are exceptional.

I had the pleasure of working with Jacob at Greater Bay Appraisals as an out-of-town client, and he…read moretruly exceeded my expectations. I needed a FMV date of death appraisal. When you're not local, you really need someone you can trust, someone skilled, responsive, and grounded in the realities of the market. Its can be a very hard time when dealing with the loss of a loved one and their property. Jacob handled this with sensitivity, respect and care. He delivered the appraisal faster than I expected, and the work itself was thorough and precise and was able to bring great insight and steadiness to complete this. It really stood out most was how thoughtful he is. He's clearly highly experienced and understands not just the mechanics of appraising, but the nuances of the local market and how to communicate what matters to a client. He took the time to explain what I needed, why it mattered, and what to expect without overcomplicating anything. His pricing is fair, his process is efficient, and he operates with a level of professionalism that's refreshing. If more people in business approached their work the way Jacob does, things would run a lot more smoothly. I'm appreciative and grateful to have found him by the help of reading the reviews of others. He's truly a great professional to work with and I wouldn't hesitate to recommend his services. Thank you so much Jacob.

I highly recommend Jacob at Greater Bay Appraisal. He's friendly, professional and very easy to…read morework with. He was flexible in finding a time for us to meet and quick to get the final appraisal sent. Definitely would use their services again!