Open to the Public provides USPAP-compliant fine art appraisal and consulting services for private collectors, corporate clients, institutions, and art advisors.
Specializing in postwar and contemporary art and photography, we deliver trusted valuations and strategic guidance informed by 20 years of professional experience.
Led by Kaycee Baron, an Accredited Member of the Appraisers Association of America, Open to the Public offers independent, USPAP-compliant appraisals prepared to meet insurance, estate, donation, and IRS requirements. Kaycee’s practice is grounded in rigorous valuation methodology, market research, and professional standards recognized across the art, legal, and financial sectors.
At Open to the Public, all appraisal services adhere to the highest professional and ethical standards:
USPAP Compliance
Appraisals are prepared in accordance with the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice established by The Appraisal Foundation.
Appraisers Association of America Ethics
Services follow the Code of Ethics and professional standards of the Appraisers Association of America.
IRS Qualified Appraiser Standards
Appraisals meet the education and experience requirements for Qualified Appraisers as defined by the Internal Revenue Service.
Open to the Public is a Los Angeles–based fine art appraisal and consulting firm serving private collectors, corporate clients, and art advisors.
Serving Long Beach, Los Angeles, Orange County, Palm Desert, Palm Springs, Pasadena, Portland, Riverside, San Diego, San Francisco, San Luis Obispo, Santa Barbara, Santa Monica, Seattle, Silicon Valley, West Hollywood, and beyond.
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