Investing in Black Art for the Home: Curating Cultural and Financial Value
Moderated by Kemi Amin, Realtor, Red Oak Realty
Date & Time:
Friday, April 18, 2025
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Location:
San Francisco Art Fair Theater
Art has the power to transform a space, tell a story, and build wealth. This panel discussion will explore the intersection of living space, cultural investment, and Black artistry, offering insights on how to curate a home that reflects both personal identity and financial value.
Our panelists will discuss the importance of integrating Black art into home design, the impact of art in shaping cultural narratives, and how to identify pieces that appreciate in value. Attendees will gain practical tips on collecting art, supporting emerging Black artists, and understanding the role of art as a long-term investment.
Whether you’re a homeowner, a first-time buyer, or an art enthusiast, this conversation will deepen your appreciation of Black art’s role in enriching both living spaces and financial portfolios. Following the discussion, attendees will have the opportunity to connect with panelists and view curated works by Black artists at the Fair.
Panelists will include Sean Green, Arternal CEO; Jonathan Carver Moore, Gallerist & Art Advisor; Erik Moore, Founder and Managing Director of Base Venture; Jacquelyn Iyamah, Designer and Author; Pablo Circa, Photographer living and working in Oakland, California. The discussion will be moderated by Kemi Amin, Realtor, Red Oak Realty.
Jacquelyn Iyamah, Designer and Author
Jacquelyn Iyamah is a designer and author transforming how we think about race and the built environment. She is the founder of Making the Body a Home, a design consultancy that educates designers on how to foster racially equitable spaces. Her seminal article, Interior Race Theory: Using Objects to Resist Harmful Racial Conditioning, reimagines how interior design can challenge racial bias and nurture healing environments. Jacquelyn’s work has been recognized by entities such as Architectural Digest, the Journal of Interior Design, and the Harvard Graduate School of Design.Pablo Circa, Photographer
Pablo Circa is a photographer based in Oakland, CA, driven by raw emotion and human connection. His work captures the resilience, determination, and spirit of Black culture—whether in fleeting street moments or intimate portraits. Rooted in the energy of Oakland, his photography offers an unfiltered look at life, pulling viewers in to feel the stories beneath the surface. For him, photography isn’t just about seeing—it’s about experiencing.Erik Moore, Founder and Managing Director, Base Ventures
Erik is the founder of Base Ventures and a former investment banker turned early-stage investor. His most notable win was Zappos which sold for $1.2B. His fund has attracted investors like Serena Williams and Common. A supporter of the arts, Erik serves on the boards of the Oakland Museum, The Black Ambition Prize (founded by Pharrell Williams), and previously the Museum of the African Diaspora. He’s a collector of African American art, with his first major acquisition—by Kehinde Wiley—reminiscent of the death of George Floyd. Above all, Erik is most proud to be the father of Blair, a student at Spelman College.Sean Green, CEO, ARTERNAL
Sean Green, born in Jamaica and raised in Toronto, is a tech entrepreneur with a background in computer science and a lifelong passion for business, inspired by his mother’s maid-service company. After co-founding a hedge fund and launching a contractor-homeowner matching startup, he entered the art world with ARTERNAL. His latest venture helps art dealers and sales directors better monetize relationships and boost sales through client engagement. ARTERNAL aims to become the art world’s first global fine art private sales peer-to-peer marketplace, transforming how the industry connects and does business on a global scale.Jonathan Carver Moore, Gallerist and Art Advisor
Jonathan Carver Moore is the owner of a contemporary art gallery in San Francisco that champions emerging and established BIPOC, LGBTQ+, and women artists. As the city’s only openly gay Black male gallery owner, Jonathan curates through a Black queer lens with a commitment to community, accessibility, and representation in the art world. He holds a BA in Sociology and a Master’s in PR from George Washington University, and actively serves on the Development Committee at Root Division and the Advisory Council of Black [Space] Residency. Jonathan also contributes to art publications, highlighting voices in the global contemporary art scene.Kemi Amin, Realtor, Red Oak Realty
Kemi Amin is an East Bay Realtor with deep roots in Oakland and Berkeley, dedicated to making real estate a meaningful, accessible experience—especially for legacy-building Millennials. With over 20 years of experience in communications, branding, and facilitation, Kemi brings emotional intelligence, creative problem-solving, and strategic insight to every client relationship. Her background spans organizations like UCSF, UC Berkeley, Berkeley Repertory Theater, and the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences. Now with Red Oak Realty, Kemi blends local knowledge and a passion for community to help buyers, sellers, and investors navigate real estate with clarity, purpose, and joy.