About Us

Our mission is to inspire people to discover, collect, and promote art.

Art Direct is a community that celebrates the world’s leading modern and contemporary art. We are committed to sharing our passion for the most compelling artists, exhibitions, and galleries worldwide.

Rooted in openness and accessibility, Art Direct brings the best of contemporary art to a global audience. Our platform is a destination for exploring exhibitions, discovering artists and galleries, and staying connected to the pulse of the art world.

We collaborate with non-profit and commercial partners—including cultural institutions, media companies, and lifestyle brands—to foster open conversations on the role of digital technology in contemporary art. Our team leads editorial and educational initiatives, online projects, global philanthropy, and strategic partnerships.

MEET OUR TEAM

Olju Man — Founder & Director

Olju has over 10 years of experience in the digital media industry, most recently at Reddit, and previously at Snap Inc., Twitter, and Google. He founded Art Direct in 2016.

Lauren Glazer — Art Consultant

Lauren is a graduate of Sotheby’s Institute of Art in New York and obtained her Master’s in Art Business. She runs an art instablog @laurencsglazer.

 

 

 

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"Everything you can imagine is real." – Pablo Picasso 

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