In today’s increasingly digital art market, visibility is more than just a bonus—it’s essential. For galleries looking to expand their reach and attract new collectors, being present online can open the doors to global opportunities. This is exactly what happened to Bam Gallery, a contemporary art gallery that chose to partner with Artsper. Through this collaboration, the gallery not only boosted its visibility but also experienced significant international recognition. In this article, we take a closer look at their journey—how they leveraged Artsper’s tools and network to transform their digital presence into lasting success.
Milburn-Foster, Woman Walking II, 2021 available on Artsper
Meet the Gallery
Founded in 2004 in Toulouse, Bam Gallery has over 20 years of experience in the art world. The gallery offers personalized support to clients, helping them achieve their artistic goals through tailored services, expert advice, and in-depth market knowledge. Bam Gallery is also a specialist in the fiscal aspects of the art market, particularly for companies and professionals. The team advises business leaders on how to take full advantage of the financial and tax incentives available when investing in art. In 2017 the founder Arnaud Molieres decided to join the Artsper world to increase the gallery’s visibility to a broader, more international audience. Like many galleries, Bam Gallery is constantly striving to promote artists and reach new collectors beyond their local network. Finding effective and relevant platforms within the contemporary art market was essential for growing business and supporting the careers of the artists we represent.
Today the gallery represents internationally renowned artists including Eric Dubarry, Benoît Guérin, Benjamin Debayle, Paul Marnef and André Bielen.
Why Artsper?
Bam Gallery chose to join Artsper because it is one of the leading online platforms for art sales. For the gallery, being present—and more importantly, active—on Artsper is essential in order to stay competitive and relevant in an increasingly digital market. Thanks to Artsper, Bam Gallery has significantly expanded its reach, now having valuable international exposure and access to a global clientele.
In addition to selling regularly on the American continent, we have achieved great sales of over €15,000.
Christine Desplanque, Paysage d'Occitanie II, 2023 available on Artsper
Impacts and results
The gallery has experienced a remarkable increase in its international audience and a significant boost in online collector engagement. Since 2017, they can count a ROI of 1645%, with a six-figure business volume.The added in the cart has increased by 26%, while in terms of visibility, artwork views have grown by 8% in the same period.
Artsper is clearly essential for us — it offers international visibility, and the Artsper team is fantastic. Also it allows us to discover talented artists.
The key to Bam Gallery’s success lies in its ability to combine decades of art expertise with a strategic partnership that expands its reach—most notably with Artsper. Indeed Artsper’s robust digital presence and targeted audience have been instrumental in showcasing the gallery’s talented artists to a global clientele. The personalized support from the Artsper team has made the transition to online selling seamless and effective, allowing the gallery to focus on what it does best: discovering exceptional artists and offering tailored services to collectors worldwide.
Bruno Roudil, Le volcan, 2021 disponible sur Artsper
A future together
In essence, Artsper has become an indispensable partner in Bam Gallery’s journey, turning visibility into tangible success and growth on an international scale.
Looking ahead, Bam Gallery has set ambitious goals for the near future, aiming to surpass 300 sales in a relatively short time—a significant step up from their current total of 221 sales. This milestone reflects the gallery’s strong momentum and commitment to growth. Artsper will remain a central part of Bam Gallery’s strategy moving forward. Since 2017, the gallery has worked side by side with Artsper, leveraging the platform’s reach and expertise to expand its presence internationally. This fruitful collaboration is set to continue for as long as possible, as Bam Gallery values Artsper not only as a sales channel but as a trusted partner in its ongoing development. Together, they are poised to build on past successes and explore new opportunities in the evolving art market.
Final testimonial
Since 2017, when I began working with the Artsper team, I have been very satisfied—not only with the sales results but also on a personal level. Artsper has a wonderful team: knowledgeable, discreet, and always available whenever we have questions. Sales take place internationally, which is a significant advantage. I fully support their approach and positioning. I highly recommend the platform and will continue to collaborate actively with them for as long as possible.
- Arnaud Molieres, director of Bam Gallery
Valérie Lamarre, Pur Malt, 2019 available on Artsper