for the interior designer

Here at Candita Clayton Gallery, our love of art converges with our love of interior design. As an art advisor, Candita is committed to enriching living spaces through partnerships with interior designers who seek to transcend the ordinary. Imagine a seamless integration of exclusive artworks that breathe life into your designs, curated to perfection. Our gallery becomes your creative haven, offering a carefully chosen selection that not only complements your design aesthetic but elevates it to an entirely new realm.

Explore the advantages of partnering with us — from access to unique pieces to personalized art curation — and let's embark on a journey to redefine interior excellence together. Need the help of an art advisor within your firm? We’d love to hear from you. Reach out using the form below to tell us about your projects.

  • "As an interior designer, working with Candita Clayton as an art advisor has profoundly elevated my design projects. Candita's expertise in art curation brings a unique depth and character to the spaces I design. Her ability to source one-of-a-kind pieces and create a narrative through art not only complements but enhances the overall aesthetic. Her keen eye for detail and understanding of the emotional impact of art transform ordinary spaces into extraordinary experiences for my clients. Collaborating with Candita has been an enlightening journey, expanding my own perspectives on integrating art within interior design."

    —Amanda, Studio Sage Interiors

photoshoot styling

In addition to art advisory partnerships, Candita Clayton Gallery offers photoshoot styling services in partnership with textile designer and set stylist, Melinda Cox. We partner with interior designers and their chosen photographers to purvey one-of-a-kind fine art and accessories, sculpture & textiles to make your photos stand out. Our expertise and shared experience are the perfect match for any photographer because we understand how the camera captures the nuances of the space.

We understand that sourcing props is only a small part of the professional styling experience. As your photoshoot styling partners, we will help you build a narrative for the shoot. How does the story of the entire home come together?

Our highly curated experience has depth and layering, which always yields an abundance of content for “detail shots” that can be used for print features, social media, and your website.

reasons to consider a photoshoot stylist

  • Photography is expensive - the typical day rate for interior design photographers is $2,000 or more.

    Together with the photographer, we assist in producing magazine-quality photos perfect for pitching to shelter magazines.

    And, by partnering with us, you’ll earn commissions on any of the art and one-of-a-kind hand-crafted objects that sell through to the homeowner, which can pay for your shoot!

  • As talented as you may be as a designer you may not be skilled in styling your shoot.

    As interior design-specific stylists, we can give a fresh perspective to your work by understanding how the camera captures the nuances of the space.

    Taking the time to find the perfect balance in a shot is our specialty. Height, width, and vibe can be conveyed with small adjustments of objects.

  • We will save you time and money by taking stress off of you and your team in the days leading up to your shoot and the day of.

    We can help you craft the perfect shot list per room and make sure you have all the necessary props, art, and accessories for a picture-perfect outcome.

    And, the best part? Partnering with us will earn you commissions from art and one-of-a-kind hand-crafted objects that sell through to the homeowner, which can pay for your shoot!

  • Sourcing props is only a small part of the professional styling experience. A good stylist will help a designer build a narrative for the shoot. How does the story of the entire home come together?

    Finishing touches like art, pillows, and sculptural objects will make each room look complete. In our past shoots, 75% or more of the fine art, accessories, & pillows have sold through to the homeowner.

    What you can expect to spend. Fees for the day of styling range from $800 to $1,000.

    Leading up to the shoot, depending on how much time is needed to acquire accessories and props there will varying costs. We have different packages that can be tailored for your project.

"Collaborating with Candita Clayton and Melinda Cox on styling interior design photo shoots has been an unparalleled experience. Their ability to incorporate one-of-a-kind art and accessories into each setting brings a level of sophistication and uniqueness to my photography that is truly rare. The art pieces Candita selects are not just decorations; they are stories, emotions, and conversations captured in form and color. Melinda’s flair for accessorizing spaces with these unique elements creates a visual harmony that translates beautifully on camera. Every photo shoot is a journey into creativity, where the ordinary becomes extraordinary through their artistic vision. As a photographer, this collaboration allows me to capture not just images, but the essence of exceptional design and artistry."

— Robyn Ivy