Module 1: Contemporary Art, Then and Now
Understand how contemporary art evolved — from radical gesture to global asset — and why history still shapes every decision you make as a collector
Module 2: Evaluating Contemporary Artists and Art
Learn how to read a work of art with clarity and confidence — by decoding voice, technique, career arc, and deeper intention.
Module 3: Spotting Talent and Hidden Gems
Sharpen your instincts to identify rising artists before the market does — and recognize signals that separate novelty from long-term significance.
Module 4: The Acquisition Process
Navigate the real-world art world — from galleries to auctions — and learn to build relationships, ask the right questions, and negotiate fairly.
Module 5: Maintaining a Collection
Understand how contemporary art evolved — from radical gesture to global asset — and why history still shapes every decision you make as a collector.
Module 6: Collector Connoisseur Method in Action
Understand how contemporary art evolved — from radical gesture to global asset — and why history still shapes every decision you make as a collector.
If you're anything like me or the 500+ people I've taught to collect & advise others on art I've seen exactly how lost people can feel when it comes to buying good quality art. Collector Connoisseur is a shortcut for...
✅ Understanding the art world enough to find art you love, that maintains or grows in value
✅ Evaluating emerging artists & finding hidden gems
✅ Maintaining and speaking intelligently about your collection
And yet, you are still looking for a reliable and consistent way to find art that you love.
Well, thankfully I'm here to tell you that you can cancel the search party!
Because the Collector Connoisseur Method is the reason over 500+ art collectors have been able to master the art of collecting good quality art.
❌ Feel lost at auctions, fairs, galleries or exhibitions
❌ Risk buying bad art
❌ Work with unqualified and overpaid art advisors
And the best part is it's extremely simple to set up yourself and you don't need to be an art history student or hire an expensive art consultant (like me) to do it for you either...
And as a result... This means you can buy more art you love without the exorbitant costs of working with art advisors
And most importantly, have a consistent and reliable way to find and buy art with ease...
This is the Collector Connoisseur Method...
A complete training program to help you discover, evaluate and invest in contemporary art... Without getgting ripped off, buying art with no resale value or understanding why & how art becomes valuable
Learn to buy art whether it's $500 or $50,000, speak about art intelligently with your friends and the art world, and learn to maintain a collection like a pro.
Module 1: Contemporary Art, Then and Now
Trace the evolution of art to understand how history shapes value today.
Module 2: Evaluating Contemporary Artists and Artwork
Learn to assess a work’s depth & train your eye to read beyond surface — into voice, gesture, intention & evolution.
Module 3: Spotting Talent and Finding Hidden Gems
Discover what rising artists have in common, and how to tell if a “new voice” is building a lasting career.
Module 4: The Acquisition Process
Best buying practices for galleries, auctions, advisors, and direct-from-artist purchases — all demystified.
Module 5: Maintaining a Collection
Build not just a collection, but a legacy: what it means to live with, steward, and eventually transition works you’ve invested in - from conversation to strategic display.
Module 6: The Collector Connoisseur Method in Action
Watch the full system come together: history, context, timing, strategy so you can invest with clarity.
BONUS: Collector Connoisseur Step-by-Step Checklist
Step by step, printable checklist to discover, evaluate & invest in art.
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I truly appreciated your pragmatic approach and engaging teaching style. The mix of readings, case studies, and real-world examples drawn from your extensive experience provided a valuable introduction to art advisory and the contemporary art world.
- Lisa Zanin
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Module 3: Spotting Talent and Finding Hidden Gems
Module 4: The Acquisition Process
Module 5: Maintaining a Collection
Module 6: The Collector Connoisseur Method in Action
This program is for anyone who's interested in buying art and wants to do so intelligently and with less risk — whether you're just starting out or looking to sharpen your connoisseurship. No academic background required — just curiosity and commitment.
You get lifetime access to all course content, including future updates — plus downloadable tools you can reference as your collecting evolves. You'll also be the first to learn about new courses on Collector Connoisseur as they get released.
You’ll learn how to evaluate artists, understand art history’s impact on value, read market signals, build relationships with galleries, and avoid common missteps — all through the lens of real-world collecting.
Both. You’ll gain foundational knowledge and actionable insights — including checklists, decision-making frameworks, and real case studies from the field.
It’s broken into 6 focused modules, each with short chapters (5-15 minutes) that build on each other. You can go at your own pace, rewatch anytime, and use the bonus tools to guide your process. There are quizzes throughout the course. The final module is devoted to the Collector Connoisseur Method that encompasses the core learnings of the course and will help you evaluate a potential purchase with an acquisition template.
The Fundamentals of Collecting Contemporary Art program is typically $200. We are currently in our launch phase and offering 50% off for a limited time.
Absolutely. Nico breaks down complex concepts into easy, actionable steps so you can start collecting confidently, even if you're just getting started.
We don’t give investment tips in this course — we teach you how to make informed decisions yourself. However, in our weekly newsletter you’ll receive vetted, explained offers as a bonus.
This course is about knowledge, not net worth. You'll learn to evaluate and acquire art intelligently — whether you're buying your first piece or refining a serious collection. You'll learn to spot gems at any price point-Nico's system works whether you're spending $500 or $50,000.
Yes. Even experienced collectors will find that this course sharpens their eye, updates their market awareness, and refines how they evaluate and talk about the work they live with.
This course focuses primarily on physical contemporary art — painting, sculpture, works on paper, mixed media. The core principles apply across mediums but Nico does not delve into the analysis of NFTs in any depth in this particular course.
While we touch on red flags and due diligence, this course is not about forensic authentication. Instead, we focus on helping you understand quality, context, and credibility — which are your first lines of defense.
No! You don’t need to live near Chelsea or Mayfair to be a thoughtful collector. This course gives you the tools to evaluate work wherever you find it — online, at fairs, or through trusted platforms.
This isn’t passive learning — it’s a system built to give you real-world fluency. You’ll learn to think like a connoisseur, move like a collector, and build a collection that reflects you, not just a trend. This course will also update periodically with new developments in art. As the first course launched on Collector Connoisseur it's also part of a new movement/platform to help the next generation of art lovers and collectors.
Yes. Upon finishing the course, you’ll receive a personalised certificate recognising your expertise in contemporary art collecting. This can be used as a Linkedin badge as well.
No worries — we offer a 14-day, Love it or Leave it guarantee. If you go through the entire course and don't feel more knowledgeable and empowered as a collector, we'll refund you - no questions asked.