Ways of Collecting
For collectors, architects, and designers seeking art that transforms walls into windows, Vertique offers a unique vertical vision, created to bring elegance, proportion, and presence to architectural spaces defined by height.
Rooted in the traditions of Japanese kakejiku (hanging scrolls) and the calm rhythm of yutori, each Vertique piece guides the gaze upward, creating a moment of pause within modern life. The vertical form balances proportion and light, bringing quiet clarity and a sense of spacious composure to contemporary interiors.
Kakejiku - Traditional Japanese Wall Scrolls
For collectors drawn to Japanese aesthetics and living craft traditions, select works from my Vertique collection may be realised as kakejiku, traditional Japanese wall scrolls. Their vertical composition, materiality, and restraint allow the work to reach its most complete expression. Each piece is created in collaboration with traditional Japanese paper makers and kakejiku artisans in rural Japan, following centuries-old methods.
Kakejiku are intended to be lived with thoughtfully. Unencased and open to their environment, they invite a quieter relationship with art, one shaped by seasonality and light. Over time, a gentle patina may emerge as part of their character and tradition. Considered placement and the practice of rotating which scroll is displayed reflect the way these works have been appreciated for generations. Guidance on display and care forms part of the bespoke commissioning process.
Acrylic Face-Mounted Prints
Acrylic face-mounted prints suit collectors who are drawn to a contemporary presentation with visual impact and presence. Images are printed on fine art paper, often metallic, and then face-mounted beneath optically clear acrylic to reveal luminous depth, vivid colour, and fine detail that subtly shift with changing light. They are often chosen for spaces where light, scale, and architectural presence are central to the experience of the work. For selected works, Japanese paper (washi) is used where a softer, more atmospheric expression is desired. Presented frameless for a clean, modern look, these works can also be framed for those who prefer a more traditional finish.
Fine Art Paper Prints
Fine art paper prints suit collectors who value a more traditional, intimate presentation and a quieter relationship with the image. Printed on fine art papers selected for subtlety and detail, these works emphasise tonal nuance, surface texture, and a sense of depth that reveals itself gradually rather than immediately. For selected works, traditional Japanese papers (washi) may be used to introduce a softer surface character and natural variation. They are often chosen for spaces where calm, balance, and contemplation are central, and are intended to be framed as part of their presentation.
Acrylic Art Blocks
Acrylic art blocks are suited to collectors who enjoy fine art in a more intimate, sculptural form. Each piece begins as a high-definition archival print, sealed within optically clear acrylic and precisely cut and polished to flawless edges. The substantial depth of the block allows light to refract through the image, enhancing clarity, colour, and dimensional presence. Designed to sit naturally on desks, shelves, or side tables, they bring quiet presence to everyday spaces and can be collected singly, grouped, or given as considered gifts.
Quartets
Quartets bring together four square works as a modular series designed for adaptability and balance. Offering a contemporary counterpoint to the vertical cadence of Vertique, the panels may be displayed as a unified grouping or arranged across different walls or spaces. This flexibility allows collectors and designers to shape rhythm, scale, and flow while preserving a coherent visual language.
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Gift Cards
For those wishing to share the experience of fine art, Gift Cards offer a refined way to give something timeless. They let the recipient choose a piece that resonates personally. Available in a range of values, they are a thoughtful choice for special occasions, professional recognition, or gestures of appreciation that endure beyond the moment.
Commission & Collaborate
For those seeking art shaped around their own story or space, Commission & Collaborate invites the creation of something personal and enduring. Each project begins with dialogue and shared vision, translating ideas of place, light, and emotion into bespoke fine art works that reflect both the collector and the setting.