For over fifteen years, Alyona Ivanova has shaped the international art landscape as a producer, curator, and advisor — bridging cultures, collectors, and artists through thoughtful leadership and meaningful dialogue.  She directed Pearl Lam Galleries in Russia and Switzerland for more than seven years, curating landmark exhibitions and advanced exchanges between East and West, including the Hermitage’s acclaimed Zhang Huan: In the Ashes of History, honored as Project of the Year. Her curatorial reach extends from Japan to Europe, engaging institutions and audiences across continents.

Now based in Switzerland, Alyona leads Illuma. and Atelier MurMur, Her work — from curated art journeys and corporate strategies to site-specific commissions — blends intellectual depth with aesthetic clarity, supporting both emerging and established artists.

Holding an MA in Luxury Brand Management and Art & Business (Regent’s University London / Sotheby’s Institute of Art) and a degree in International Management, she unites academic rigor with creative vision. Known for her discernment and personal approach, Alyona offers a discreet, insightful entry into the art world, shaping collections, experiences, and collaborations with enduring cultural resonance.