With over a decade of experience championing emerging talent in accessible and unexpected environments, Ryan launched The Art Office to bring that same energy to ambitious clients who want want to bring meaning, energy, and individuality to their own spaces.
From global brands to fast-moving workplaces and hospitality businesses, we connect clients with a curated network of artists who help transform structured environments into places that feel expressive, human, and alive.
We believe
art belongs everywhere, not just in galleries.
We believe
in new names, weird ideas, bold moves and underdogs.
We believe
a meeting room can be moving.
We believe
in cutting through the noise - with colour, with emotion, with stories that stick.
We believe
in art that’s felt, not just seen.
We believe
spaces should feel alive.
We believe
artists should be celebrated, not sidelined.
Founder
Ryan founded The Other Art Fair in 2011. Since its launch the fair has attracted over 1m visitors, collaborated with over 9,000 artists and sold more than 90,000 artworks, making it the largest artist-led art event in the world. The fairs are now established in London, New York, LA, Sydney, Melbourne, Dallas, Chicago, Online platform Saatchi Art acquired The Other Art Fair in 2016.
Director
Simon co-founded fashion and lifestyle advertising agency ODD in 2002. The award-winning agency grew to become a market leader, creating campaigns for some of the world's best-loved brands including M&S, Dr Martens, Lacoste, Nike and Mr Porter. Simon oversaw the sale of ODD to Next 15 Plc and continued working for the group until 2022. Simon joined Ryan at the Art Office in 2023.
Associate Director
Jess brings a decade of experience working with emerging artists and driving innovative projects. As the former Fair Director of The Other Art Fair, she played a key role in shaping the fair's programming, curation and artist outreach. Jess has also collaborated on art advisory projects with clients including UBS, Habitat and Universal Music. Jess holds a First Class Honours degree in History of Art.
Marketing Manager
Zoe is a Social Media Specialist with eight years of experience supporting brands across the whole creative journey, from strategy to production. She has helped brands such as UAL and The Other Art Fair improve their reputation, grow their audience, and share their brand story through engaging content. Zoe works closely with artists, designers, and production houses to bring concepts to life.