Aigana Gali
London
Summary
Art Director and Artist with 15+ years of experience in visual storytelling, brand development, and bespoke art production for luxury clients worldwide. Adept at leading multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-impact visual content — from concept to installation — across hospitality, fashion, and interior design sectors. Founder of two successful ventures with a proven track record in client liaison, project direction, and consistent delivery at scale. Known for fostering bringing creative vision to life with precision, flexibility, and reliability.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Art Director & Founder
Manifestations (Art Couture & Interiors)
01.2020 - Current
- Founded and grew an art couture and interiors brand backed by £250,000 in seed funding.
- Designed collections, opened a boutique in Knightsbridge, managed supplier and client relationships, and directed PR, social media, and brand development.
Executive Director
LUMAI Art & Design Studio (Supplier of Atelier 27)
01.2012 - Current
- Led over 30 major art projects for international luxury hospitality groups such as Ritz-Carlton, St. Regis, Rosewood, Royal Mansour, and more.
- Directed all creative and operational aspects, including concept design, stakeholder liaison, team management, and final installation.
- Oversaw budgets of £10,000 to £200,000.
Education
MA - Contemporary Art
Sotheby’s Institute of Art
01.2011
MA - Literature and Art Theory
Academy of Science
01.2007
BA - Fine Art
Kazakh Academy of Art & Architecture
01.2005
Skills
- Concept Development
- Interior & Decorative Art Direction
- Art-Fashion Crossovers
- Textile
- Sculpture
- Canvas
- Ceramics
- High-End & Affordable Art Integration
- Luxury Client Liaison
- Supplier & Factory Coordination
- Multi-Project Budgeting
- Team Leadership & Mentorship
- End-to-End Installations
- Logistics & International Sourcing
- Adobe Creative Suite
- Social Media Growth Strategy
- Photography
- Styling & PR Coordination
Accomplishments
- Featured in major publications including Financial Times Magazine, Country Life, Marie Claire, Lady Magazine, and Vogue (arts coverage).
- Founded and ran Manifestations, a fashion and interiors brand with a boutique in Knightsbridge, London, successfully operating for five years.
- Built a lasting collaboration with Mark Gismonds, a leading European textile manufacturer, supporting production and development.
- Sold original artworks for over 20 years to collectors, museums, and luxury hospitality clients worldwide.
- Contributed bespoke art to architectural projects in collaboration with Ricardo Bofill Taller de Arquitectura.
- Represented by leading international galleries; exhibited at the Saatchi Gallery and Royal Academy of Arts, among others.
Selected Exhibitions And Collections
Creation Myth, Saatchi Gallery, London, 01/01/19, Summer Exhibition, Royal Academy of Arts, London, 01/01/22, Lux Ex Machina, Kristin Hjellegjerde Gallery, London, 01/01/23, Contemporary Istanbul, Gillian Jason Gallery, 01/01/24, Kistefos Museum, Norway, Bunker Artspace (Beth Rudin DeWoody Collection), USA, Royal Palace of Rabat, Morocco, Compton Family Collection, UK
Languages And Extras
English, Fluent, Russian, Fluent, Kazakh, Native, Based in UK, available for hybrid roles, Company car / travel-ready
Key Skills
Concept Development, Interior & Decorative Art Direction, Art-Fashion Crossovers, Textile, Sculpture, Canvas, Ceramics, High-End & Affordable Art Integration, Luxury Client Liaison, Supplier & Factory Coordination, Multi-Project Budgeting (£10k–£150k), Team Leadership & Mentorship, End-to-End Installations, Logistics & International Sourcing, Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator), Social Media Growth Strategy, Photography, Styling & PR Coordination
Affiliations
- Kristin Hjellegjerde Gallery (Berlin, London, Palm Beach, Nevlunghavn)
- Setareh gallery (Berlin, Düsseldorf)
Languages
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Spanish
Upper intermediate (B2)
Russian
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Timeline
Art Director & Founder
Manifestations (Art Couture & Interiors)
01.2020 - Current
Executive Director
LUMAI Art & Design Studio (Supplier of Atelier 27)
01.2012 - Current
MA - Literature and Art Theory
Academy of Science
BA - Fine Art
Kazakh Academy of Art & Architecture
MA - Contemporary Art
Sotheby’s Institute of Art
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