Alaska Premier Auctions & Appraisals

I've had a huge Alaskan landscape original oil painting by artist Steven Gordon for the past 30 years. It is magnificent and pulls you into the scene of a cascading stream through the lush fall forest foliage. It has been prominently displayed in my California Sierra ski lodge for at least 25 years. But I am moving to another country, and it wouldn't be practical to take it with me. I reached out to a number of Alaskan fine art galleries to see if they would consign the painting. Then I learned about Alaskan Premier Art Auctions and emailed them. Shawna Ashlock responded almost immediately to my inquiry and shared that they were just about to hold an auction of Alaskan artists and their original artwork. Shawna was both patient in explaining the auction end-to-end process, and enthusiastic in helping me get the large painting to Anchorage in time for the auction. Shawna was ever-ready to answer my calls and emails, and to assuage my concerns. I admit I was pretty high-maintenance. But Shawna was so pleasant and professional. She instilled in me her confidence in her organization to do the best with my valuable item. I got to watch the auction online and was fascinated with the process and auction actors who were amazing. They were able to achieve a handsome price for my painting, while finding it a new home where it will be enjoyed indefinitely. Alaska Premier Auctions handled my large and valuable piece of art with great care and expertise. And Shawna Ashlock managed me as a customer with white gloves. I recommend them wholeheartedly with your auction-able items. You will achieve the best price possible, with the best customer care. I'm looking forward to auctioning more of my Alaska objects with Shawna's help in the near future. Peter Krabacher

I love this place - almost too much! Such fascinating items! I love getting lucky on great deals from artwork to carpets. People are friendly and accommodating. And when I can’t be there to pick-up, the shipping department is easy to work with, and they do an exceptional job at packaging. I’ve also had a good experience with selling some jewelry. I just wish I could have known how much higher gold was going to get!

I cannot say enough good things about Alaska Premier Auctions & Appraisals! Our nonprofit has been around for decades, but this was our first-ever big fundraising event. We couldn’t have asked for better partners than Dan, Mekenzie, and the team at APAA. They were with us every step of the way—offering amazing ideas, guidance, and support that went far beyond what was in the contract. Their professionalism, energy, and heart helped make our event an unforgettable success, raising more than three times our goal for our mission. They didn’t just show up to run the auction—they helped us dream it up, bring it to life, and make it shine. We can’t wait to work with them again!

Just picked up two items from a furniture auction with Alaska Premier Auctions in Wasilla. Sue helped us find our items and get them both loaded. She went way beyond the call of duty to help us. You don't find employees like Sue anymore. She is definitely a keeper. Thank you for a great experience. We appreciate her help very much.

Alaska Premier Auction is full of treasures from the past and many from the present. We have found so many pieces of the past that are amazing and full of stories. Everyone we have met there has been kind, knowledgeable and helpful. We have purchased art, artifacts, and even a motor home, the list goes on and on I encourage people to try them you will not be disappointed.

I have had the opportunity to work with Chloe Moore on several properties in my family, in which people have passed away, and left a bit of a mess. Chloe has always had a great approach and level of communication that is so very pleasant and professional. We have really enjoyed working with her, and will continue to work with her, as she helps the process go as smoothly as possible. Thank you Chloe!

I LOVE vintage items over 125+ years old. Alaska Premier Auctions & Appraisals has been a perfect fit for me. Phenomenal and friendly staff; very well-managed with an emphasis on positive Customer Service. Alaska Premier Auctions & Appraisals is up-front with everything; I've been treated very well and appreciated.