Experience & Qualifications

Amanda Adams brings to appraising art, antiques, silver, and general household contents a wealth of knowledge and decades of experience. As the granddaughter of an antiques dealer and the daughter of an estate jewelry and silver dealer, Ms. Adams’s understanding of these areas began in childhood.

Ms. Adams earned a bachelor’s degree in art history from Harvard University and a doctorate in art history from Bryn Mawr College.  She has owned an art gallery, taught art history at the undergraduate and graduate levels, and worked as a research fellow in the curatorial department at the Birmingham Museum of Art.

Ms. Adams completed New York University’s intensive program in Appraisal Studies.  She is an Accredited Member of the Appraisers Association of America.  She is USPAP compliant and qualified to prepare appraisals for IRS purposes. 

Serving the the country from her base in Birmingham, AL, Ms. Adams has enjoyed working on a wide range of assignments with clients, including major collectors, corporations, universities, law firms, artist estates, and accountants around the U.S. In addition to her expertise, she brings a commitment to complete confidentiality. She regularly works with clients in all kinds of circumstances. Her discretion in all matters is trusted.

Ms. Adams also offers art research, curatorial services, and consultation services.

Education

Bryn Mawr College, Ph.D. in the History of Art

Bryn Mawr College, M.A. in the History of Art

Harvard University, A.B. in Fine Arts, magna cum laude and High Honors

 Appraising Qualifications

USPAP certification valid through February 20, 2028

Accredited Member, Appraisers Association of America

Completed New York University’s Program in Appraisal Studies

 Relevant Work Experience

2012-present     Owner, Fine Art Appraisals, LLC

2016-2018     Research Assistant, Birmingham Museum of Art

2012-2014        Research Fellow, Birmingham Museum of Art       

2008-2010        Partner, Coleman Schedler Fine Art

2001-2004; 2007-2009  Owner, Amanda Schedler Fine Art

2004-2007          Partner, Schedler Minchin Fine Art

2001-2004          Adj. Instructor, Un. of Alabama at Birmingham

2004                    Instructor in the History of Art, Birmingham-Southern College

 recent presentations

Panelist, “Legacy in Action: Wealth, Family, Purpose,” Antiques at the Gardens, Birmingham, AL October 2026

Panelist, “Practicing Appraising in the Southeast,” Appraisers Association of America (online), December 2025

Panelist, “Know your Worth: Unlocking the Value of Your Assets and a Prosperous Future,” Antiques at the Gardens, Birmingham, AL October 2025