Hindman Auctions
Carmen Colome is an experienced photographer with a diverse background in various photography domains, including auctions, events, portraits, and product photography. Currently serving as a photographer at Hindman Auctions since June 2015, Carmen specializes in capturing jewelry, furniture, and decorative arts while meeting strict deadlines. Alongside freelance work through Carmen Colome Photography since January 2015, responsibilities encompass retouching and diverse photographic projects. Previous roles include digital imaging technician at Stuart Rodgers Photography Studio, volunteer photographer for Susan G. Komen, and assistant photographer at Clint Blowers Photography. Carmen also has experience as a photography lab aid at both Columbia College Chicago and Wilbur Wright College, supporting students in their photographic endeavors. Carmen Colome earned a Bachelor's degree in Photography from Columbia College Chicago between 2011 and 2013.
Hindman Auctions
Hindman is a leading fine art auction house connecting cities nationwide to the global art market. With offices and salerooms throughout the country, Hindman conducts over 140 auctions annually in all major fine art and luxury collecting categories, while offering buyers and sellers an exceptional experience across multiple selling channels and price points. Hindman’s team of experts is dedicated to maintaining the highest standards of ethics and integrity in the industry. Driven by this client-first approach, Hindman provides collectors, fiduciaries, and institutions with a comprehensive suite of services including auctions, appraisals, private sales, and art advisory. Hindman was formed through the merger of two premier auction houses, Leslie Hindman Auctioneers (est. 1982) and Cowan’s Auctions (est. 1995). Celebrating its 40th Anniversary in 2022, Hindman has established itself as a market leader by providing outstanding service and achieving record results. Hindman is headquartered in Chicago with 15 additional locations serving clients coast to coast. With industry-leading technology, over $100 million in annual sales, and a team of 175 experienced professionals, Hindman is well positioned to handle a range of auction and appraisal projects. Hindman conducts over 100 auctions a year in categories such as fine jewelry, fine art, modern design, fine books and manuscripts, furniture, decorative arts, couture, Asian works of art, arts of the American west, numismatics, and more.