CULTIVATING ARTISTIC FUTURES — VIRGINIA DAMTSA, A CATALYST FOR CONTEMPORARY VISIONARIES
For nearly three decades, Virginia Damtsa has shaped the contemporary art world with fearless innovation, cultural intelligence, and unwavering dedication to artists. As Founder and Director of VirginiaVisualArts Ltd., she is not only a seasoned art dealer, curator, and strategist, but also a relentless advocate for creative talent.
Virginia began her career at just sixteen, helping her uncle establish the Museum of Alekos K. Damtsa in Greece. By the time she completed her Master’s degrees in Art Management at University of the Arts and Contemporary Art at Sotheby’s, she had already turned her apartment into a gallery and was curating exhibitions across Europe.
From 2004 to 2017, she co-founded and directed the influential Riflemaker Gallery in Soho with composer Tot Taylor, where she worked with trailblazing artists like Judy Chicago, Yoko Ono, Martin Kippenberg, and Gavin Turk. The gallery became a magnet for creative crossover. She has also collaborated with The Vinyl Factory on projects merging visual art and music, including work with Grace Jones, Michael Nyman, and Chris Levine.
Virginia Damtsa with the bold and symbolic works of Abe Odedina
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Virginia Damtsa with arresting works of Jonathan Yeo
Virginia’s art programme has been followed by the likes of : Nick Rhodes (Duran Duran), Michael Seresin (cinematographer of Harry Potter), and Annie Lennox are among the many drawn to her visionary programming.
Her strategic cultural agency and gallery VirginiaVisualArts, is supporting over 50 international creatives. With more than 20 exhibitions annually, the agency helps artists navigate and break into the art market—offering introductions, strategic mentorship, PR, and sales development. She also teaches, lectures, mentors, and consults, building bridges between artists, galleries, museums, and major collectors.
She also worked with Peter Gabriel’s on his i/o album, working alongside artists like Ai Weiwei, Cornelia Parker, Olafur Eliasson, Nick Cave, and Tim Shaw.
Virginia has curated landmark shows featuring Martin Kippenberger, Takis, William S. Burroughs, Shoja Azari, Keith Tyson, Michael Craig-Martin, Conrad Shawcross, and among many others. With spaces and collaborations across London—Mayfair, Fitzrovia, Notting Hill, Marylebone, and King’s Cross—are hubs for collectors, institutions, and those who want to discover the art world’s next great voice.
As artist Von Wolfe puts it:
“Virginia’s knowledge of the art market is refreshing. She’s got an exceptional eye, works with integrity, and opens up new ideas and possibilities.”
If you're seeking bold curation, powerful connections, and an unwavering champion for creative talent—meet Virginia Damtsa. She’s not just part of the art world. She’s shaping its future.
Virginia Damtsa with the striking works of Atau Hamos- where form meets feeling in vibrant dialogue.
