ISA Summer Institute at Brunk Auctions 2025

Jul 23

Course Details

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Introducing the ISA Summer Institute 2025!

Join us for an exclusive, hands-on educational experience designed for ISA appraisers! The ISA Summer Institute is set to take place on July 23-25, 2025, at the esteemed Brunk Auctions in Asheville, NC. This highly anticipated event offers a unique opportunity for ISA members to immerse themselves in specialized training and expert-led sessions.

Attendees will gain direct access to industry-leading specialists in Furniture, Fine Art, Watches, Silver, Coins,  and Asian Art (with a focus on Jade)*. The program will also feature guest lectures on relevant antique subjects, providing deep insights into the world of connoisseurship and valuation.

Beyond the classroom, participants will enjoy a curated off-site visit the Asheville Art Museum, enriching their understanding of art, craftsmanship, and historical context.

Don't miss this incredible opportunity to expand your expertise, connect with fellow professionals, and elevate your appraisal skills. Stay tuned for details and the final speaker lineup!

Save the date: July 23-25, 2025 – Brunk Auctions, Asheville, NC!

Register today: Early bird rate of $450 for members/$495 non-members prior to June 13^th

Regular rate after June 13th - $495 members/$545 non-members.

Please see below for information on hotel reservations.

Program Schedule

Wednesday, July 23

6:00 p.m. Welcome Reception, offsite

Thursday, July 24

8:30 am Networking and coffee, light breakfast

9:00 am Welcome and Opening Remarks, Andrew Brunk, President and CEO, Brunk Auctions
"Distinguishing Quality: Identifying 'Good, Better, Best' in Furniture Appraisal"

9:45 am Ken Farmer, Advisor, Appraiser, and Auctioneer
"Discovering a Ratification Copy of the U.S. Constitution and Valuing Folk Art: Stories from the Field"

10:45 am Coffee Break

11:00 am Justin Harrell, Certified Watchmaker, The Watchmaker’s Shop, Asheville   "Spotting the Fakes: A Watchmaker's Guide to Identifying Counterfeit Timepieces"

11:45 am Break Out Sessions

12:30 pm Lunch provided on site

1:30 pm Greg Capps, Coin & Currency Specialist, Brunk Auctions
“The Role and Limitations of Third-party Authentication and Grading”

2:15 pm Robin Rice, Vice President, Silver Specialist, Brunk Auctions
"Foundations in Silver: Key Identification Skills for Appraisal Accuracy"

3:00 pm Coffee Break

3:15 pm Laura Crockett, Senior Fine Art Specialist, Brunk Auctions
“Beyond First Glance: Understanding Condition and Clues When Evaluating Art”

4:00 pm Break Out Sessions

4:30 pm Session ends. Dinner on own.

Friday, July 25

8:30 am Networking and coffee, light breakfast

9:00 am Jim Crowley, Asian Art Specialist, Brunk Auctions
"True Colors: Identifying Antique, Dyed, and Genuine Jade for Appraisal"

9:45 am Lauren Brunk, Vice President, Southern Fine Art, Museum Liaison
“Evaluating Southern Art: Tools for Identifying Fakes and Reproductions”

10:30 am Coffee break

10:45 am Break Out Sessions

Noon Lunch provided onsite

1:00 pm Nan Zander, Senior Fine Art Specialist, Brunk Auctions
"Key Elements in Authenticating Fine Art: Focus on American Paintings and
Native American Art"

2:00 pm Coffee break

2:15 pm Depart for Asheville Art Museum tour (bus provided)
https://www.ashevilleart.org/exhibitions/#section-2

3:00pm - 5:00pm Asheville Art Museum Tour

5:00 pm Return to Brunk Auctions

Registration includes: All sessions, tours, welcome reception, continental breakfast, and lunch. Transport to museum included. Fees do not include hotel or airport transportation or transportation to Brunk Auctions.

Special hotel rate for attendees!

Please use this link to book your room, or you can call Hampton Inn of Asheville, using the group code 91A at 828-255-9220.

https://group.hamptoninn.com/i3ea89

A valid credit card is required for all reservations.

This special rate is ONLY valid until midnight on Tuesday, July 1, 2025. Any reservation booked after this date will be subject to availability and the hotel's best available rate at that time.

Earns 12 Professional Development Credits

 *Schedule and topics subject to change.

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