Morton Contemporary
Gallery
Morton Contemporary Art Gallery is the culmination of 15 years of passion for fine contemporary art. Our diverse contemporary art collection ranges from original works on canvas to sculpture, mixed-media, photography, and limited edition giclees. We specialize in representing and promoting innovative emerging and established artists from around the world.
Morton Contemporary embodies an ethical as well as aesthetic vision, a commitment to equity and inclusion in tune with worldwide social movements. Debbie Morton, owner and founder of Morton Contemporary, aims to diversify not only the audience for fine art, but its source by elevating the work of traditionally underrepresented artists such as women and artists of color from around the globe. Debbie actively participates in local and national philanthropic endeavors including supporting fundraising efforts for nonprofits and increasing engagement between artists and their communities.
Leveraging art expertise and an eye for design, our art consultants connect clients with art that embodies their distinct tastes, viewpoints, and sensibilities. Morton Contemporary is dedicated to establishing art collections that align with our clients’ aesthetic and budgetary objectives. We also excel at working in the corporate sector, furnishing beautiful works of art to outfit any commercial space. We offer a special trade discount program for designers and architects as well.
Who we are
DEBBIE MORTON
GALLERY OWNER/CURATOR/CONSULTANT
Debbie drives the creative vision of Morton Contemporary's two art galleries, along with the 'Art Consultancy' division of the company. Her love of art dates back to childhood when her father, Arnie Morton—founder of the renowned restaurant chain, Morton’s Steakhouse—filled their family’s home with contemporary and classical works of art. She would earn a bachelor’s degree in literature at the University of Pennsylvania, and a master’s degree in comparative religion at Harvard University. This confluence of narrative, art, ethics, spirituality, and culture helped Debbie develop a unique perspective and keen eye for art in its variety of forms, leading to a successful, 15-year career in documentary filmmaking. During her professional and personal travels, Morton’s love affair with contemporary, European emerging artists began. Initially, she curated for her own personal collection, then chose works for friends and relatives. Ultimately, her love of sharing fine contemporary art and her commitment to expanding the range of featured voices in the art world, led her to open Morton Contemporary Gallery's two locations in the heart of Philadelphia's chic Midtown Village neighborhood.
Renata Fox-Rapp
PROJECT MANAGER / MARKETING
Renata leads marketing, web strategy, content, and design at Morton Contemporary, shaping the gallery's visual language across email, digital platforms, printed materials, and artwork photography. She also supports the gallery's art advisory services, providing clients with digital renderings of art placement across residential, commercial, hospitality, and other environments.
Trained and licensed in both interior design and web design, Renata brings a rare combination of aesthetic sensibility and technical fluency to her work. Her dual background allows her to seamlessly bridge brand storytelling and client-facing deliverables — elevating Morton Contemporary's presence across platforms while ensuring every digital rendering meets the highest standard of execution.
megan kelley
gallery associate / art handler
Megan Kelley serves as Gallery Sales Associate and Art Handler at Morton Contemporary, where she oversees client relations and sales while supporting the gallery's exhibitions, artwork logistics, and daily operations. Working closely with both artists and collectors, she helps ensure a seamless gallery experience at Morton Contemporary and THE LOFT.
A graduate of Millersville University with a concentration in Business Marketing, Megan balanced her studies while competing as a Division II collegiate soccer player. She brings more than eight years of professional experience in custom picture framing and fine art handling.
As a practicing artist, Megan offers visitors a unique perspective on the creative process. She enjoys sharing the stories behind each artist's work and helping collectors discover artwork that is both meaningful and personal. Passionate about fostering creativity and building lasting relationships, she believes collecting art is an intimate experience rooted in connection, curiosity, and the transformative power of original art.