ABOUT MDG ART ADVISORY
A New York City native immersed in fashion and art from a young age, Maria studied business and fine art as an undergrad before studying art history while working as an executive in the fashion industry. Before founding MDG Art Advisory LLC, Ms. Di Grande worked for renowned designers such as Calvin Klein, Donna Karan, and Giorgio Armani.
After many years in the top tier of the fashion and athletic apparel industries, including as Vice President at the North Face Inc, Maria returned to her passion for art, utilizing her business acumen and broad experience to build a roster of world-class clients.
She is passionate about her love for mixing and curating contemporary art into distinct environments.
Ms. Di Grande received her BA from St. Johns University and has studied art history and curatorial practice thru Sotheby's, Mills College, and UC Berkeley. She is a former student at the Art Student's League NYC and has served on numerous boards in non-profit and art institutions in New York City and San Francisco. Most recently, Maria Di Grande joined the team at Winthrop Center to select and curate a large-scale iconic sculpture in Boston, MA.
Ms. Di Grande lives with her husband in San Francisco and New York. She is a world traveler, a working mom, a tennis enthusiast, and a student of the Italian language. MDG Art Advisory is a Women Owned Business.
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Press
South China Morning Post, 2021
“Incorporating fine art into high-end residential projects is a trend that developers are increasingly embracing everywhere.
Appealing though this might be, can a purposely curated art collection really help promote health and wellness in these troubled times?
Maria Di Grande, principal and founder of US art consulting firm MDG Art Advisory, is certainly convinced.” By Peta Tomlinson
“We caught up with Maria Di Grande, Principal and Founder of MDG Art Advisory LLC and leader of a new art program in collaboration with Four Seasons Private Residences at 706 Mission, San Francisco.” By Lauren Bracato
“The Four Seasons Private Residences on Mission Street in San Francisco has partnered with a local curator from MDG Art Advisory who will provide one-on-one art consulting services to assist residents in developing and showcasing their own collection. There will also be opportunities to have priority access to the local art scene, including automatic access to the Curator’s Circle at the San Francisco Museum of Modern Art.” By Amy Dobson
San Francisco Business Times, 2019
“Maria Di Grande of MDG Art Advisory LLC will run the art program for the Four Seasons Residence including helping residents buying art, install pieces, display art in their homes, host events and lead art tours and museum visits.” By Blanca Torres
Silicone Valley, 2020
“You could also kick back and enjoy private dining by one of the fire pits on the nearby outdoor terrace. Kerrin Laz, former wine director for Dean & DeLuca, and Maria Di Grande, an acclaimed art curator, are on hand to provide you with unprecedented anticipatory services, not to mention a whole dedicated team focused on catering to your cravings.” By Pati Navalta Poblete
