About DG Arts
An initiative of Devenish Group
DG Arts is a platform devoted to education, appraisal, and connection in the Fine and Decorative Arts. With deep roots in connoisseurship and scholarship, DG Arts offers certified appraisal services, exclusive art tours, and a celebrated webinar series.
Founded by acclaimed appraiser and educator Louise Devenish, DG Arts brings together collectors, professionals, and enthusiasts through meaningful conversation and cultural exploration.
Our mission is to create global connection by collaborating with specialists from all branches of the arts. Through educational tours, networking events, and online programs, our community is inspired to experience the new and undiscovered avenues in the arts. We aim to educate and elevate with a deeper understanding and appreciation of the rapidly evolving creative landscape.
About Louise Devenish
Founding Director of DG Arts
Certified Member, Appraisers Association of America
Louise Devenish is a distinguished independent appraiser, educator, and thought leader in the Fine and Decorative Arts. She is certified in American, English, and European Furniture and Decorative Arts, and a Life Member of the Appraisers Association of America. She is fully USPAP-compliant and brings over 40 years of professional experience.
She began her career as a Madison Avenue antiques dealer in the 1960s, then transitioned into academia where she taught at NYU, Parsons School of Design, and the Metropolitan Museum of Art. She developed and led courses such as Antiques Connoisseurship and New York Collections and Exhibitions.
Lectures, Highlights & Professional Work
Keynote Speaker, International Antiques Fair (Chicago, CINOA & Baker Furniture)
Guest Speaker, The Bruce Museum, Greenwich, CT
Panelist, International Confederation of Antique Dealers, The Met
Television Guest, fine art & antiques appraisals
Valuation of George Nakashima's drawings (The Soul of a Tree) – Michener Art Museum
Evaluation of Decorative Arts collection at the Detroit Institute of Arts during city bankruptcy proceedings
Other Roles & Contributions
Proprietor of a leading Madison Avenue antiques gallery
Consultant to 1stDibs.com
Private curator and broker for furniture, paintings, and collections
Leader of exclusive “mini-session” tours to TEFAF, Asia Week, The Winter Show
A Commitment to Sustainability & Mentorship
In recent years, Louise has focused on Environmentally Sustainable Design, supporting contemporary artists like John Makepeace OBE, Mark Fish, and Nic Webb. She champions natural, non-toxic materials and design that honors both beauty and responsibility.
“We must conserve our natural resources, promote healthier living spaces, and contribute to a more sustainable and beautiful planet for future generations.”
More than anything, Louise values her relationships with students, collectors, and colleagues. DG Arts reflects her lifelong commitment to learning, connecting, and sharing the joy of the arts.