"Art sells real estate, and real estate sells art."
A’mya Matthews is an art dealer and Virginian-raised realtor who seamlessly bridges both industries. With over five years of real estate experience, she founded soldbyminya, a consulting agency specializing in commercial and investment properties while also representing artists and curating their work for strategic placements. Matthews has worked with Brazilian-based artist Maria Tecidio and focuses on securing gallery placements and international acquisitions for collectors.
In addition to artist representation, soldbyminya highlights global artists through digital storytelling and interviews. Matthews has interviewed artists like Karen Blair for social media, sharing their creative journeys and expanding their reach to international audiences. Her work continues to bridge the gap between real estate and the art market, shaping dynamic spaces where both industries thrive.
"The intersection of art and real estate continues to evolve, and my work as both an art dealer and real estate agent reflects this ever-growing synergy." – SOLDBYMINYA
Virginia Museum of Fine Arts
A’mya Matthews is a producer and digital strategist with expertise in visual storytelling and content development. She led production for Virtual Art Sparks, a six-part video series on the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts’ official social media and YouTube accounts, managing lighting, video editing, and camera operations to produce high-quality, engaging content. Matthews also played a key role in the execution of the Kehinde Wiley: A New Republic video series, crafting a compelling visual narrative that explored the artist’s creative process, influences, and themes across eight episodes.
Expanding beyond video production, Matthews developed and executed social media posts that amplified VMFA’s digital presence and introduced its collections to wider audiences. She collaborated with cross-functional teams to create content strategies that maximized engagement on Instagram and YouTube, ensuring a cohesive and impactful online experience. Additionally, she optimized organizational systems for managing artist works, implementing custom Excel databases and in-house software to streamline workflow and enhance exhibition planning. By merging creative storytelling with operational efficiency, Matthews played a key role in advancing VMFA’s digital and artistic initiatives.
Page Bond Gallery
At Page Bond Gallery, A’mya Matthews assisted with exhibition setup, event coordination, and social media strategy while managing administrative tasks. She developed mood boards and designed event layouts, incorporating lighting, product placement, and spatial planning to enhance the collector’s experience. With experience in art curation, Matthews uses a refined, vibrant, and cohesive approach to showcase how space constantly extends and collapses. By making the artwork the focal point, she crafted an immersive environment that evaded categorization while fostering an open and engaging atmosphere.
