Ron Shipmon – Arts Writer & Cultural Commentator

Ron Shipmon is a seasoned arts writer, columnist, and cultural commentator with a career spanning over two decades. His expertise in contemporary, emerging, and digital art markets—honed through his work as a curator, art advisor, and appraiser—gives his writing a depth and authority that sets him apart.

As a regular contributor to publications such as IN New York Magazine, Ranch & Coast Magazine, Washington Life Magazine, Treasures Magazine, Arrive Magazine, Decorating Solutions Magazine, Park Place Magazine, New Jersey Monthly, Simply The Best Magazine, The Ritz-Carlton Magazine, Metrosource Magazine, and Savvy Insider Magazine, Shipmon brings a unique perspective to the intersection of art, culture, and society. His work delves into the evolving art world, highlighting emerging trends, market shifts, and the impact of diversity in the arts.

Shipmon’s commentary has extended beyond print, with features on CNN, CNN’s Business Unusual, CNBC, and Fox News, as well as radio appearances on WLIB Radio’s Wake Up New York, where he provided oral history commentary on contemporary art. His insights have also been profiled in ArtSpeak, Brooklyn Daily, H&G Magazine, Pride Magazine, The Villager, The News & Observer, and Savoy Magazine.

Prior to his writing career, Shipmon curated collections for GE Capital and the Financial Guaranty Insurance Company, advising on acquisitions, market analysis, and collection management. He also developed Colgate-Palmolive’s first in-house exhibition program with a focus on diversity and inclusion. His work as a gallery owner and dealer—founding The American Gallery in New York and managing two London galleries—shaped his commitment to showcasing artists who have been historically marginalized in mainstream art spaces.

For his contributions to the arts, Shipmon has been honored with the NAACP’s David Weaver Prize for Excellence in the Arts (2023) and recognized as New Yorker of the Week by NY1 News. His advocacy has also been celebrated with a Proclamation from the Manhattan Borough President and the Castillo Theatre Award for Enhancing Artistic Life.

With a passion for storytelling, a deep understanding of the art world, and a commitment to amplifying diverse voices, Shipmon continues to craft compelling narratives that make the arts accessible, engaging, and thought-provoking for a wide readership.