The ALFA Team

Elaine Adams – Director

Elaine Adams combines her extensive background in art history, executive administration and finance to provide a unique and personal approach to servicing artists and gallery clients. As the wife of the artist Peter Adams she has been actively involved in various capacities in the art industry. For more than fifteen years she has been immersed in the contemporary-traditional fine art scene, and is recognized as one of the country’s most dynamic and influential forces in the growing shift away from conceptual art and back to representational, figurative formats.

Mrs. Adams has served on several art committees and cultural boards, including Los Angeles County Museum of Art’s American Art Council, Pacific Asia Museum, Art Center College of Design, The Pasadena Symphony, Rymann-Carroll Foundation, and the American Society of Portrait Artists. Since 1993, as a non-paid administrator, she has held the positions of Executive Director of the historic California Art Club (established 1909), as well as Editor-in-Chief of the California Art Club Newsletter. She is a published author and lecturer on topics relating to traditional fine arts, classical art training, and California’s artistic heritage. In 1997 Mrs. Adams developed the California Art Club Gallery at The Old Mill (El Molino Viejo) in San Marino, an 1816 grist mill built by the Gabrielenos and Franciscans of Mission San Gabriel. In November of that year, Southwest Art Magazine named Elaine Adams one of the country’s “Five Most Notable Women.” Other honors include recipient of the Pasadena Arts Council’s Gold Crown Special Award in 2000 for her contributions in advancing contemporary-traditional art. In 2007 the Autry National Center awarded Mrs. Adams with the John J. Geraghty Award for the advancement of traditional fine art in the American West.

Prior to her work in the art world, Elaine Adams studied at the University of Southern California where she received dual bachelor’s degrees in mathematics and economics. After graduation, she worked as an accounts executive for Crowell, Weedon & Co., the largest independent investment firm in the Western United States. Because of her financial background, many collectors seek her advice and counsel before acquiring contemporary-traditional fine art, as she believes collectors should view their art collections as they would any important asset.

Elaine Adams can be reached at elaineadams@americanlegacyfinearts.com (elaineadams null@null americanlegacyfinearts NULL.com)

Bruno Cavelier d’Esclavelles – Vice President, International & Corporate Relations

With more than twenty years experience in worldwide distribution of International Feature Films and Television Programming, Mr. Bruno Cavelier d’Esclavelles is recognized as a perceptive business executive with a passion for providing exclusive customer service for individuals, as well as large institutions. Mr. d’Esclavelles has transitioned his expertise in the “moving pictures” industry to the vibrant world of “still” images in the form of original, one-of-a-kind works of fine art. Mr. d’Esclavelles is multi-lingual, and speaks fluent French and English. He also has a basic understanding of Spanish, and is currently studying Japanese. Mr. d’Esclavelles has been invited as a frequent guest speaker at the Montreal Film Festival, as well as at Mr. Greg Bernstein, Esq.’s UCLA Extension Class where he has lectured about his marketing experience.

Bruno Cavelier d’Esclavelles can be reached at brunocavelier@americanlegacyfinearts.com (brunocavelier null@null americanlegacyfinearts NULL.com)

Anne Decker – Executive Assistant

Anne Decker applies her five dedicated years of experience in the corporate and public relations fields towards supporting the multi-faceted operations of American Legacy Fine Arts. As a former corporate manager with Unocal Oil Company, she oversaw the complexities of running forty-five retail outlets. In addition to her administrative skills, Anne Decker’s ability for personal communications is unsurpassed as she also worked in the public relations industry and gained the confidence of many prominent clients. She has authored and edited descriptive materials for DVD launches for the entertainment industry, as well as for numerous national and international publications, such as Redbook, Marie Claire, GQ, Men’s Health, Parents, Parenting, and USA Weekend. Anne Decker graduated with a Bachelor Degree in Communications and Public Relations from the University of The Pacific and spent a study semester abroad in Toulouse, France. As a community volunteer, she has served as Chairman of the PTA Summer Reading Program and Vice President of La Canada Junior Women’s Club.

Anne Decker can be reached at annedecker@americanlegacyfinearts.com (annedecker null@null americanlegacyfinearts NULL.com)

Beverly Chang – Public Relations Director

Beverly Chang demonstrated a love of creative and artistic pursuits at a young age. She entered college as a fine arts major, and later integrated her appreciation for art and design into a highly specialized career in promoting art. Today, she provides strategic marketing counsel to arts organizations and creative people who are looking to market their work.

She has spearheaded the marketing effort for a number of art exhibitions and events, including A Community of Angels, the largest public art exhibition ever staged in the City of Los Angeles; the California Art Club’s Annual Gold Medal Juried Exhibitions, beginning with the 94th annual exhibit held in 2005 to present; the Chinatown Art Festival; and the first juried art exhibition to be held at the Cathedral of Our Lady of the Angels in Los Angeles, Spiritual Spectrum: Paintings and Sculpture by the California Art Club. Beverly was previously affiliated with The Walt Disney Company, where she created and implemented national multi-tiered marketing campaigns for the animation art and other artwork developed at the studio and sold in art galleries around the world. She holds a master’s degree in business administration, with a dual concentration in marketing and finance, from The Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania. In addition, she has a bachelor’s degree in journalism and public relations from the University of Southern California.

Beverly Chang can be reached at beverly@brcart.com (beverly null@null brcart NULL.com)

William D. Horsfall – Business Advisor & Accountant

With more than forty years experience in public and private accounting, William D. Horsfall brings to ALFA a wealth of business knowledge.  Mr. Horsfall is currently a Senior Partner of Lucas, Horsfall, Murphy & Pindroh, LLP located in Pasadena, California.  The firm’s client industries include construction, real estate development, manufacturing, distribution and professional and not-for-profit organizations.  Mr. Horsfall is a Qualified Peer Reviewer for the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants, in addition to being a Certified Valuation Analyst and a Registered Investment Advisor.  As a Member of The National Association of Certified Valuation Analysts and the American Society of Appraisers, William D. Horsfall represents a definite asset to ALFA.  Mr. Horsfall currently serves on the Board of Directors of Ameron International (a NYSE Listed Company, Pasadena, California) and the Art Center College of Design (an internationally recognized Design college in Pasadena, California).

Paul Clark – Web site Manager

Owner of Clark Code & Design (http://pdclark NULL.com), the company responsible for the web design and programming of ALFA’s current web site. Paul focuses on creating top-quality sites that are not only attractive, but easy to use. By providing a well-organized system for updating content and images, Paul’s company provided ALFA with an effective way to share art with the world.

Paul can be contacted at support@pdclark.com (support null@null pdclark NULL.com)

Andrew James – Sales Executive

Andrew James brings a rich and varied background in the arts to the ALFA team. His extensive experience in both museum and gallery settings have afforded him the opportunity to work with a wide array of mediums and artistic genres. Over the past six years, Andrew has pursued innovative and progressive methods of art placement in the building of corporate and private collections alike. In recent years, he has been privileged to work with such gifted artists as Peter Adams, Jim Dine, DeLoss McGraw, Robert Dunahay, and Thomas McKinley. He has also been involved in such large-scale exhibits as Chihuly over Los Angeles and California Art Club’s 95th Annual Gold Medal Juried Exhibition. An avid collector himself, he takes a great interest in cultivating the careers of both emerging and established artists. Andrew James graduated in 2001 with a Bachelor’s Degree from Pepperdine University in Liberal Arts with a dual emphasis in Composition and Literature.

Andrew James can be reached at andrew@americanlegacyfinearts.com (andrew null@null americanlegacyfinearts NULL.com)

Farrah J. Chamseddine – Gallery Intern

Farrah J. Chamseddine brings a fresh new outlook to developing ALFA’s client and artist relations. Some of her projects include researching and identifying top sources for internet optimization, facilitating with exhibition details, and generally assisting with the gallery’s growth. As a Fine Arts Major at the University of Southern California, Farrah’s area of study is focused in Digital Photography and Figure Drawing. Some of her most recent photography is being showcased in a group exhibition titled Urban Myths at Hillel Gallery in Los Angeles from November 18 through February 28, 2010. Farrah is President of Students of Fine Arts Association at USC and she is looking forward to graduating with a Bachelors degree in Art May 2010.

Farrah J. Chamseddine can be reached at farrah@americanlegacyfinearts.com (farrah null@null americanlegacyfinearts NULL.com)

Carlos Mostacero – Art Installer

 Carlos Mostacero of Art Installation Experts (http://www.artinstallationexperts.com (http://www NULL.artinstallationexperts NULL.com)) offers ALFA’s clients professional hanging services for artwork of any size and in any setting. Mr. Mostacero serves the southern California area and can deliver and install artwork in private homes, corporate offices and public spaces. Installations range from a single work of art to multiple groupings. Proper art installation is essential for the enjoyment, as well as security of your collection. 

Carlos Mostacero can be reached at carlos@framenator.com (carlos null@null framenator NULL.com). 

Trish Glover – Graphic Designer

Trish Glover provides the gallery with its own elegant and timeless appeal on all printed materials. As a fine art collector herself, Trish possesses a heightened sense of aesthetics, and applies this to her professional design concepts to create a unique identity for each of her clients. She has provided distinctive designs for various and significant institutions and art establishments, including the University of Southern California, the Vincent Price Gallery, California Art Club, and several Los Angeles fine art galleries. Trish majored in fine art with an emphasis on design at San Diego State University and continued to study graphic design in the graduate program at California State University, Los Angeles.

Trish Glover can be reached at plglover@aol.com (plglover null@null aol NULL.com)

Janie Fain – Gallery Designer

Award-winning interior designer Janie Fain created ALFA’s classically-inspired galleries to showcase the traditional fine art in refined surroundings that radiate the feel of an elegant home. As president of J.F. Interiors Inc. in South Pasadena, California, founded in 1987, Janie has designed inviting interiors for many grand homes throughout southern California – from Newport Beach to Santa Barbara – as well as Hawaii and North Carolina. She has been a featured designer in the Pasadena Showcase House of Design ten times in the last twelve years and also has participated in the Little Company of Mary Showcase House in Palos Verdes, California. Her stunning work for one showcase house was featured on the cover of the Spring 2000 issue of Traditional Homes Decorator Showhouse.

Janie Fain can be reached at jfain@sbcglobal.net (jfain null@null sbcglobal NULL.net)

Gimpy Goo – Art Detective

Gallery Guard Detective Gimpy Goo provides ALFA with the finest in first response systems necessary to protect valuable and rare artwork from international art thieves. As an expert sleuth, Gimpy’s natural instincts and observational methods are world renowned.

Gimpy Goo can be reached at gimpygoo@americanlegacyfinearts.com (info null@null americanlegacyfinearts NULL.com)