Susan Robertson

Senior Specialist

Susan Robertson holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts History degree from the University of Toronto. She has devoted her entire career of over 40 years in the fine art industry in Toronto authenticating and appraising thousands of recorded artists’ works of art from the Old Master period to the 21st century.

Susan served on the National Archives Appraisal Board (NAAB) of Canada, Ottawa since 1987 for two decades. Her comprehensive expertise has made her a respected advisor and appraiser to both federal and provincial governments.  She has also served on other appraisal committees at various archives in Ontario and has provided appraisals for donation for the National Gallery of Canada, the Art Gallery of Ontario, the Royal Ontario Museum and others. Susan is an Accredited Member of The Canadian Association of Personal Property Appraisers.

As Waddington’s Senior Fine Art specialist since the year 2000, Susan has strengthened Waddington’s position as the leading auction firm in Canada to authenticate, appraise and auction paintings, prints, drawings and sculpture by domestic and international artists. Her expertise at identifying artists’ signatures, combined with her love of research and extensive international contacts with leading art experts, art historians, private collectors, museums and art galleries around the globe has resulted in Waddington’s achieving record prices for American, British and European artworks at auction.

Alec Kerr

Consignment Coordinator

Alec Kerr’s immersion in the world of international art was born out of several years studying and working abroad. He holds a BA (Honours) from the University of Edinburgh, with a focus on the early-20th century European avant-garde, and continued his studies with an MA in History of Art from University College London, completing his dissertation on post-internet video practice. Outside of academia Alec built a background in the private art sector with several volunteer positions in London institutions, as well as an internship with the Peggy Guggenheim Collection in Venice. Since returning to Canada three years ago Alec has been busy immersing himself in Toronto’s vibrant art scene. He joined Waddington’s International Art department in 2018.

Kristin Vance

Associate Specialist

As the Associate Specialist of Contemporary Art at Waddington’s, Kristin Vance’s responsibilities include research, cataloguing, auction planning and client services associated with our Contemporary Art auctions. Prior to joining the Waddington’s team in 2010, Kristin resided in the United States, working primarily in the museum industry as an Exhibitions and Special Projects Coordinator and Curatorial Assistant. Kristin holds a Masters of Art degree in Art History with a focus on modern and contemporary art as well a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in Intermedia Sculpture. Her interest and experience in art history combined with her own studio practice gives Kristin a multi-layered approach to her work and enhances her relationships with clients.