Abraham Abia

MANAGING DIRECTOR
 

Boundless by the clock with the mind of a creator on overdrive and a cap full of feathers, his latest addition is what stands out most distinctly.

Widely recognised as one of the leading energy lawyers in Africa, Abia has dedicated his career to the betterment of Africa, his home continent. With his forte explored, he now finds himself exploring a locked desire of being an art entrepreneur.

Abraham Abia grew up amongst art aficionados, who, like many others in Africa, had to refrain from pursuing their artistic dreams and chose alternative paths.

Adamant to make a change, Abraham through TAAH, aims to put on the world stage the creative brilliance that is the making of Africa.

Pratiti Shah

MANAGER & CURATOR
 

Pratiti Shah is a curator, art consultant, researcher and now a Project Manager for TAAH. In her last role as curator at Gallery Ark, she has curated diverse shows that range from contemporary miniature paintings to the interface of graphic design, illustration, and painting.

As a consultant, she has overseen numerous public art installations for one of the largest urban development sites - 'Palava' by the Lodha group, in Maharashtra, India.

Pratiti has also worked with the Eka' Resources at The City Palace Museum, under Maharana of Mewar Charitable Trust in Udaipur, India where she helped restore, document, and catalog the silver collection, which was then housed in a dedicated silver gallery.

Pratiti continues to look beyond the borders: from her first curated show with Sri Lankan artist Pala Pothupitiye to now with TAAH.

Kezia Ouomoye Owusu - Ankomah

OPERATIONS ADVISOR | GHANA CONSULTANT
 

Kezia Ouomoye is an Art practitioner and consultant known for her art, writing, mentoring and curatorial skills.

Her contribution to the field of Fine Art has been as a Guest Curator at Kwame Nkrumah' University of Science and Technology, Kumasi where she also later took on the role of a 'Graduate Assistant' mentoring 120 young artists to develop their artistic voices. In July 2021, she curated an art exhibition titled "Monologue of Voices", which was held in 4 venues and hosted 16 artists in Sekondi. Ghana. She is now TAAH's Operations Advisor.

Lara Sleiman 

JUNIOR CURATOR
 

Lara Sleiman is a Junior Curator with a background in art business and law, holding a Master’s degree from Sotheby’s Institute of Art. 

She has worked independently on art exhibitions, but also with Mark Hachem Gallery, ARSNL (Artists Rights Society) and LiveArt, specializing in curatorial research and artist relations. 

Passionate about African art, she is particularly focused on showcasing contemporary African artists and their diverse cultural narratives. Her curatorial approach seeks to foster a greater appreciation for African art within a broader global context.

Claudine Brown

BOOTH MANAGER | THE BRITISH ART FAIR
 

Claudine Brown brings a wealth of corporate experience alongside a deep passion for art, both as an admirer and a collector. 

Her longstanding interest in fashion has often intersected with the art world, drawing her into creative circles where the two fields converge. 

An avid collector with a particular focus on African and Caribbean art, Claudine’s appreciation for the transformative power of art is rooted in her upbringing within a family of creatives. 

Her understanding of the complex influences of language, religion, and culture on artistic expression has shaped her profound respect for the role art plays in celebrating and embracing diasporic and African identities. 

Claudine is dedicated to making African and diasporic art more accessible to a wider audience, ensuring its significance is recognized and appreciated globally.

Stephanie Aigbe - Joseph

FAIR COORDINATOR | 1 - 54 CONTEMPORARY, LONDON
 

With a background in film studies from the Toronto Film School, Stephanie has always been immersed in the creative industries. 

She currently works as a Creative Assistant at North Church in the United Kingdom. During her time in Toronto, Stephanie developed a deep understanding of brand representation while working as a Brand Ambassador for various interactive marketing firms. 

Her expertise in brand knowledge and presentation now extends to the art world, where she brings both passion and insight to the curation of art pieces and the promotion of artists. 

Stephanie’s diverse experience ensures a thoughtful and dynamic approach to managing the intersection of art, branding, and audience engagement.