Masahito Ono is a Japanese-born artist living and working in New York City. Ono creates installations, photographs and outer space projects that capture the transience of nature and human life. He endeavours to rediscover the questions of existence and culture by intertwining poetry, science, history and philosophy. Ono received his MFA from Parsons School of Design in 2015. Prior to relocating to New York, he was an international video journalist based in Asia. His works have been shown extensively around the world including: Unfinished Festival, Bucharest (2020, 22); Ars Electronica Festival, Linz (2020); Ford Foundation Live Gallery, New York (2019); 38th EVA International (Ireland’s Biennial of Contemporary Art), Limerick, (2018); among many others. In 2020, Ono participated in an international art payload, Sojourner 2020, organized by MIT Media Lab Space Exploration Initiative, and delivered his three artworks to the International Space Station in Low-Earth Orbit. He also participated in another art project for the ISS between February 2022 and January 2023, and the project has returned to the earth in preparation for its future flight to the moon.

Education:

2015 MFA Photography, Parsons School of Design

2005 BA Summa Com Laude, Film and Media Arts, Temple University

Taylor Curry has spent over a decade supporting and showcasing artists in both media and print. He has designed and produced over fifty publications representing hundreds of artists. With an intimate knowledge of printmaking and photography, he has worked alongside presses from the Netherlands, Iceland, Turkey, Hong Kong, and South Korea. These international relationships have assisted him in providing personalized care to each artist and client project.

Besides publishing, Taylor has worked closely with artists assisting in web development and one on one curation and marketing. He has participated as a portfolio reviewer at numerous universities and organizations across the country. He has also exhibited at various book fairs; including Fotofest, Review Santa Fe, Photo Lucida, Photo Nola, The New York Art Book Fair, LA Art Book Fair, Chicago Art Book fair, Society of Photographic Education, and many others.

When he isn’t with clients he nurtures his own practice of camera-less photography. His work has been used by companies such as Hunter Boots, GOOP, It’s Nice That, This Is Paper and Booooooom

Sarah is an experienced curator with over 10 years of expertise in the art world. Prior to working with ATP .art Sarah spent seven years at renowned international auction house Sotheby’s, where she played a pivotal role in handling high-profile collections, including the Estate of Sydell Miller and other prestigious collections. Before her time in the high end auction market Sarah gained valuable experience at top-tier art advisory firms, companies and galleries, including artnet and Gagosian, further refining her knowledge of the art market and its inner workings.

With a background in sculpture and a deep passion for the visual arts, she has honed an exceptional eye for quality and value over the course of their career. Whether advising collectors or curating exhibitions, Sarah combines a keen aesthetic sensibility with a thorough understanding of art history, ensuring clients receive unparalleled expertise in navigating the art the art world.

Isabelle George is a curator and arts professional with over a decade of experience in the international art and luxury markets. With expertise spanning Post-War, Contemporary, and Australian First Nations art, Isabelle has a keen eye for innovative exhibitions and impactful programming. 

As the former Special Programs Director at a New York City gallery, she spearheaded high-profile collaborations, curated public installations, and facilitated private and corporate art acquisitions. She has played a pivotal role in elevating artists’ profiles, forging strategic partnerships, and bringing visionary collections to life.

Originally from Australia, Isabelle holds degrees in Art History and Communications from the University of Queensland. Now based in Brooklyn, NY, she continues to develop engaging art experiences that inspire and connect global audiences.

Lauren Grace is a curator and creative strategist whose work bridges fine art, design, and storytelling. With a multidisciplinary background in photography, ceramics, and graphic design, she brings a unique perspective to curation that balances visual refinement with narrative depth. Her path into curation was shaped by owning and operating a successful, environmentally-focused ceramics business, which deepened her understanding of craft, process, and the artist’s perspective. Within Artrepreneur, Lauren’s passion is having the opportunity to spotlight creative voices and curate warm, colorful spaces. She also places a strong emphasis on the local area, incorporating site-inspired artwork into her curations that foster meaningful connections between artists, audiences, and the environments they inhabit.

Theodore Darst is a New York–based artist and the Director, Studio Development & Operations at ATP, where he leads creative production at the intersection of contemporary art, image-making, and emerging technologies. His work focuses on building studio-driven systems that integrate digital workflows, AI tools, and large-scale production across both artistic and commercial contexts.

His background spans fine art and high-level studio production. Over four years, he worked closely with Kehinde Wiley on complex international projects across photography, film, and installation. He has also held production roles with Trevor Paglen, Digital Counsel, and Red Bull Music Academy, contributing to large-scale, multi-platform projects with an emphasis on integrating emerging technologies into established workflows.

Earlier in his career, Darst maintained an active exhibition practice, presenting work in solo and group shows in New York, Los Angeles, Berlin, and internationally, including exhibitions at The Drawing Center, the Museum of Contemporary Art Los Angeles, and the Museum of the Moving Image.