derek collins
Scholar. Educator. Advocate.
Bridging the worlds of culture, commerce, and academia to preserve and elevate the value of art and heritage.
derek collins
Scholar. Educator. Advocate.
Bridging the worlds of culture, commerce, and academia to preserve and elevate the value of art and heritage.
Bridging Culture, Building Legacies
Professor Derek Burton Collins is more than an art world figure—he is a connector across cultures, disciplines, and generations. With enduring relationships across major galleries, auction houses, and cultural institutions on three continents, he moves through the global art landscape with discernment and diplomacy.
Vision
Derek’s unique eye transforms ordinary moments into timeless art.
Storytelling
Derek captures not just what you see, but what you feel.
Experience
Years of refined skill and dedication bring depth, emotion, and authenticity to every shot.
SCHOLAR, EDUCATOR, AND ADVOCATE
As former Dean of the Faculty of Arts and current Associate Vice President for Cultural and External Affairs at the University of Hong Kong, Derek Collins has championed the role of the humanities in shaping society, developed interdisciplinary programs, and guided the strategic growth of cultural institutions.
A graduate of Harvard University, Derek’s academic path has taken him from classical studies to cultural strategy, from lecture halls to leadership roles. In 2024, he was honored to be appointed the Founding Director of the Wong How Man Centre for Exploration at HKU.
Take a glance at his journey through art and academia
Experience History in Motion
270+ exhibition preview
Where every frame captures a century of wonder.
previous Events
ART MEETS SCIENCE AT HKU
Exploring creativity at the crossroads of art and scientific innovation.
12/02/2025
AT THE FOREFRONT OF ART BUSINESS
A conversation on leadership and trends shaping today’s art industry.
12/02/2025
A GLOBAL CLASSROOM AT TEFAF 2025
Connecting educators and curators to advance global museum learning.
12/02/2025
COLLECTING WITH INSIGHT: PHOTOGRAPHY, PRINTS & EDITIONS
Insights into modern collecting practices and contemporary art editions.
12/02/2025
Everything you
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Derek combines creativity with purpose — every project is built on authenticity, storytelling, and attention to detail that makes each result stand out.
Absolutely. Derek believes every client and brand has a unique story, so each project is tailored to match your goals, tone, and vision.
Through a mix of experience, precision, and passion. Each step — from concept to delivery — goes through a refined creative process to maintain top quality.
Yes! Derek values long-term partnerships and offers flexible options for continuous projects or content collaborations.
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