The Collecting Practice is dedicated to thoughtful curation that is willing to challenge conventions. We will guide you in shaping a meaningful collection by inviting new perspectives while nurturing both your love of collecting and your connection to art.
What excites me most is building new collections as well as connecting emerging collectors with artists and ideas. It’s not simply about acquiring objects—it’s about developing relationships, participating in cultural conversations, and supporting creative practices at pivotal moments in an artist’s career. Collecting is rooted in curiosity, learning, and living with ideas. The most meaningful collections reflect a person’s values, interests, and engagement with the world. Art is something to be excited by, questioned, and connected to. Through a strong network of artists, curators, galleries, and institutions, I empower people to engage with art more deeply and confidently, building collections that are both personally meaningful and culturally relevant.
– Marie Becker, Founder of The Collecting Practice
– Marie Becker, Founder of The Collecting Practice
Philosophy
Understanding that acquiring art can be both exciting and daunting, especially in its early stages, Marie Becker offers considered guidance, independent counsel, and ongoing support tailored to each client's needs. Rooted in trust, dialogue, and a shared vision, her approach accompanies collectors through every stage of the journey. She values long-term relationships and believes that the most meaningful collections are built over time through sustained engagement, curiosity, and collaboration. From sourcing and acquisition to logistics, installation, and documentation, The Collecting Practice oversees every step and detail with discretion and care, enabling clients to fully enjoy the experience of living with and growing their collection. With a strong interest ranging from artists' books and editions to unique works of art, Marie Becker is particularly passionate about building new collections and helping new audiences engage with the art world.
Projects
Beyond her work with The Collecting Practice, Marie Becker is responsible for the stewardship of the extensive archive of her father, Juergen Becker, whose gallery operated from 1989 to 2026. Parts of the archive will be activated through 71, a space curated by Amanda Weimar and Marie Becker, where selected materials will be exhibited and made available for public engagement.
About
Born in New York and raised in Hamburg, Marie Becker's international background spans Paris, Brussels, Strasbourg, London, and New York. With more than ten years of experience in the art world, she has worked extensively with collectors, artists, galleries, auction houses, and institutions. Holding a Master of Science from LSE, Marie held positions at Karma in New York and Bonhams in London / Hamburg before establishing and directing her own gallery, 14a, between 2017 and 2024. She subsequently managed the studio of an internationally renowned artist, overseeing exhibitions, institutional relationships, budgets, and strategic project coordination.