About Lumen

Celebrating Art and Technology

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The Lumen Prize champions the innovative possibilities of technology-driven creativity. We provide the pre-eminent platform showcasing artists who are pioneering new visual languages at the intersection of art and technology. Lumen is affiliated with Lumen Studios, a UK-based digital arts champion which builds opportunities for Lumen artists by curating exhibitions, commissions and events for art venues, cultural institutions and public spaces around the world as well as delivering consultancy services for partners globally.

Our Partners

Meet the Team

  • CEO

    With over a decade of experience at art institutions like Sotheby's, Christie's, UOVO, Convelio, and Metaversal, Gillian brings a depth of experience in contemporary art curation, commissions, and collection management, delivering complex projects from concept to execution while building relationships across the art world. She graduated cum laude from Scripps College with a B.A. in History, and holds a master's in Art Business from the Sotheby's Institute of Art in London, graduating with distinction. As CEO, she supports Lumen's global mission to celebrate and advance digital art through its landmark annual prize, strategic partnerships, and innovative exhibitions.

  • Director of Exhibitions and Immersive

    Since joining Lumen in 2015, Jack has curated and produced dozens of exhibitions around the world with building close partnerships that include Barbican Centre, Tate Modern, Eureka! Museum, ITHRA Center for Culture, Kunstsilo and Today Art Museum among others. As Jack graduated with distinction from the University of the Arts London with an MA (Hons) in Fine Art Digital.

  • Director of Marketing and Events

    Erin earned her MA with Merit in Historical and Contemporary Photography from Sotheby's Institute of Art in London and a BFA from Lesley University College of Art and Design. With over 15 years of experience in the arts, Erin manages and markets projects and campaigns from ideation to execution. She has produced exhibitions and installations internationally, and has a deep understanding of creative processes and the global art market.

  • Marketing Lead

    Natasha earned her First-Class Honours degree from the Royal Central School of Speech and Drama, where she cultivated a passion for the intersection of theatre and technology. With over a decade of experience in art and technology, she has collaborated with organizations such as the BBC, Complicité, and the RDC, specializing in voice and binaural recording. As the former Head of Emerging Markets at JustGiving, Natasha drove digital innovation in the social good sector, leading large-scale digital campaigns with lasting impact. She remains deeply committed to the convergence of art and technology, with a particular focus on amplifying working-class voices within this evolving space.

  • Video Editor & Motion Designer

    Celeste graduated from Tshwane University of Technology in Film and Television Production in South Africa and has nearly a decade of experience in post-production. With a strong foundation in broadcasting, current affairs, documentaries, and advertising, she has collaborated with global brands like Audi, Samsung, and Nivea to create impactful campaigns across social media, DOOH, and television. Her diverse portfolio also includes precision marketing campaigns, immersive art experiences, and meaningful nonprofit content.

  • Chair

    Jen is a consumer strategist with a background in fashion, hospitality and creative technology. After moving to the UK in 2003 she co-founded Europe’s largest Mexican food chain.

  • Founder

    Before founding the Lumen Prize in 2012, Carla worked as a financial journalist for the Financial Times, Fortune Magazine and The Economist Group located in Tokyo, Hong Kong and London. Following a move to Wales, Carla founded the Lumen Prize for Art and Technology in 2012. In 2018, she founded Lumen Art Projects, which provides exhibitions, commissions and events for partners globally using the Lumen Prize artist network. An established writer, speaker and consultant on art and technology, Carla’s goal is to build the understanding and enjoyment of art created with technology as well as creating more opportunities for the artists who make it.