About Us
At Klasson Fine Art Services, our goal is simple: to maintain unwavering integrity in all we do and provide unparalleled excellence and dependability in customer service. Specializing in both residential and commercial fine art services, we work with galleries, museums, designers, and private collectors throughout the fine art and design industry.
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Whether your requirements include installation, transportation or other logistics, storage, or custom crating of your valuable items, you can trust the conscientious care we provide for your fine art pieces or collections. We do what we say we’ll do, when we say we’ll do it, in a reliable and professional manner.
David Klasson | President/Owner
"David's experience in customer service, construction, and furniture design translates easily into the problem-solving skills necessary for complicated art installations and accommodating client requests."
For more than a decade, David Klasson has worked as an “owner facilitator,” helping homeowners develop large estates. This included land development and conservation, home construction, and ongoing maintenance of the estates after the heavy work was done. Thus, it was a natural extension for him to also provide home concierge services in order to perform the details involved in the care and management of any home in the owner’s absence. In addition, David’s experience with building custom furniture translates easily into the expert custom crating services he offers to designers, movers, galleries, and homeowners. Contact Klasson Services today for meticulous, responsive, professional service and value.
Beth Klasson | Client services, shipping, and collection management.
New to the art installation business, I love developing relationships with clients and solving problems that allow them to enjoy and preserve the artwork that adds to the enjoyment of their home.
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"A prompt, positive response works to build trust in customer relations. I believe that customer service is more than just a buzzword - it should be at the heart of everything we do as a company."
Dean Wakerlin | Warehouse Manager
Born and raised in the Chicagoland area of Illinois, Dean’s upbringing was centered around art, music, and sports. Driven by a passion for mountain ranges and skiing, he moved to Big Sky, Montana, in 1998 and has been based in Bozeman since.
Outside of work, Dean enjoys traveling, long-distance backpacking, gardening and spending time outdoors with his partner and son. At Klasson Fine Art Services, he is known for his genuine care for clients and their collections, expert forklift skills and extensive repertoire of dad jokes. His favorite philosophy is, "rising tides float all boats."
Eli McInnis | Lead Art Handler
Eli McInnis comes from a trail-worn path that’s taken him through Iowa, Wisconsin, South Carolina, Canada, and ultimately to Big Sky. Raised on hard work, open country, and a love for the outdoors, Eli feels most at home in the mountains, on the road, or anywhere a campfire can be built before dark. Hiking, backpacking, camping, swimming, and cross-country travel aren’t hobbies to him — they’re just part of life. He’s got a soft spot for farm animals, a habit of making friends with every dog he meets, and a deep appreciation for good people and family. Eli brings to the Klasson team the kind of grit and steady mindset you can count on when things get tough. Known for his positive attitude, authentic nature, problem-solving ability, and quiet determination, he approaches every challenge with resilience and a willingness to do the hard work. He believes in staying grounded, working hard, and treating people right. Guided by the motto, “Life’s a garden, dig it,” Eli lives with gratitude, adventure, and the belief that the best stories are earned the old-fashioned way — through dirt on your boots, miles behind you, and good company beside you.
John | Lead Art Handler
Eli McInnis comes from a trail-worn path that’s taken him through Iowa, Wisconsin, South Carolina, Canada, and ultimately to Big Sky. Raised on hard work, open country, and a love for the outdoors, Eli feels most at home in the mountains, on the road, or anywhere a campfire can be built before dark. Hiking, backpacking, camping,
Brad Rabe | Art Handler
Brad’s lived in the Gallatin valley for over 20 years and is known for providing creative residential design solutions, project management, and a wide variety of materials and furnishings for both residential and commercial projects. Brad has a love for contemporary art and the outdoors. He lives in Belgrade.
Jackson Caven | Art Handler
I have worked in art handling since 2024, beginning my career in Scottsdale, AZ, where I specialized in fabrication and large-scale sculpture installation alongside more conventional 2D installs for private and public collections. After relocating to Bozeman, I connected with Klasson’s and was eager to continue my career working alongside talented people and exceptional works of art.
Bruce Park | Art Handler
I have resided in Bozeman since the late 70’s and began drawing and painting the Montana landscape as a professional artist. I have installed art all my adult life, but the team at Klasson's takes art installation, storage and transportation to the level of the best art museums and galleries. It is also a thrill handling some amazing artwork!
Brandon Temple | Warehouse Manager
oordination and collection management, including time working in the auction industry in New York before returning to the mountains of the West.
At Klasson Fine Art Services, Brandon builds and maintains operational systems that connect the physical side of art handling to the digital infrastructure behind it. Outside of work, he continues his personal art practice and hosts a meditation group for young adults.
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“The role of the artist is to ask questions, not answer them.” ― Anton Pavlovich Chekhov
Bode Newhouse | Art Handler
Hailing from Vancouver Washington Bode is a Junior at Montana State University studying accounting and economics. He enjoys spending his time outside, skiing, hiking, biking, fishing, and everything else Bozeman has to offer! He bings exuberance attitude, attention to detail, flawless workman ship, and a big smile.
Ryder Reese | Art Handler
Originally from Fairbanks, Alaska, Ryder moved to Bozeman to pursue a degree in Architecture at Montana State University. He brings a strong passion for art and a methodical consistency to his work that is a great asset to our projects.
In his personal time, Ryder enjoys skiing, alpinism, and exploring the outdoors. He is also an enthusiast of art and live music, citing M.C. Escher and Do Ho Suh as his favorite artists.