Curator's Journal

At Atelier Modern, we have always believed that collecting art is deeply personal. The pieces we choose to live with become markers of time, memory, and emotion. They remind us...

Some things catch you completely off guard — even the second time around. When we learned that Westchester Magazine had once again chosen Atelier Modern as part of their Best...

How commissioning art at Atelier Modern works, from first conversation to final installation. Our process for helping clients in Larchmont and beyond create one-of-a-kind pieces with contemporary artists.

This month marks four years of Atelier Modern — a milestone that feels both exciting and deeply meaningful. What started as a small idea has grown into something rooted in...

The Problem with Mass-Produced Art (And Why It Matters) Have you noticed how almost every online retailer seems to sell the same mass-produced art these days? I certainly have—but that...

Art and fashion are woven into our memories, moods, and identities, shaping how we show up in the world. This piece reflects on a mother–daughter bond built through shopping, the...

Design intentional living spaces for 2026. Transform your home into a sanctuary through mindful choices, slow design, and curated beauty.

Demystifying art collecting for beginners. Discover how to start an art collection based on personal connection, not gallery intimidation or investment myths.

Elevate your entertaining with Atelier Modern’s stylish serveware—showcasing a single artistic focal piece and curated artisan essentials to create a refined, personal tablescape for any gathering.

Can we talk honestly about something? We live in this era where you can fill a shopping cart in minutes, receive it in days, tire of it in weeks, and...

Skip the overwhelming holiday gift guides. This curated collection features objects of affection, from LAFCO candles and Jonathan Adler menorahs to museum-quality art by Warhol, Picasso, and Koons. Whether you're...

Transform your table into a living canvas using still-life painting principles. Learn composition basics (visual weight, negative space, focal points), color and texture strategies, the three-layer method for place settings,...