Ivan Barnett, Patina's gallery director is first and foremost an artist, having enjoyed a successful career of thirty years creating his own work. Patina is an extension of this earlier work and a true artistic collaboration with his wife Allison. ivan@patina-gallery.com
Allison Buchsbaum-Barnett, co-owns Patina with her husband Ivan. She has a BFA in metalsmithing from Syracuse University and is an authority on artist jewelry. Allison works closely with clients and staff and shares responsibility for all aspects of the gallery’s operations with Ivan. allison@patina-gallery.com
Kim Alderwick joined the gallery in 2002. In addition to sales, she assists the gallery with its writing needs: press releases, copy for mailings and web site detail. kim@patina-gallery.com
Corinne Wilson joined us in 2004. Corinne is our resident computer wiz, bookeeper, and inventory manager. Origininally from France, she also works with our international artists and clients. corinne@patina-gallery.com
With Patina since 2001, Bill Sandoval designs our graphics, is our web master and photographer. He designs gallery ads and mailings. He manages this website, so if there's a problem, contact him. bill@patina-gallery.com
Jennie Lewis joined Patina in 2011 after obtaining her Masters in International Art Crime Studies. Along with her administrative tasks, she handles all things shipping, She is also the resident baker. Jennie@patina-gallery.com
Alina Boyko joined the gallery in 2012 to assist gallery owner and director Allison and Ivan Barnett. Alina is from Switzerland; she left behind a career in business law to establish in the U.S. where she pursues ventures in music and art. alina@patina-gallery.com
Dianne Wright joined Patina in 2009 after moving to Santa Fe from Atlanta, Georgia where she was active in the art community. In addition to being a part-time sales associate at Patina, Dianne enjoys sculpting, yoga and her little dog Henry. dianne@patina-gallery.com