Directors

  • Olivia Colbert, MSc, PhD

    Scientist | Art Historian | Philanthropist

    Olivia earned her Bachelor of Science in Biology and Art History, Masters of Science in Biochemistry & Molecular Biology, and currently finishing her P.h.D. with an interdisciplinary dissertation in the fields of Biochemistry & Molecular Neuroscience of the Brain. She has been involved making and collecting art her entire life attending SCAD and developing an extensive personal art portfolio. Her curatorial vision searches for the connection between the classical and the collective, the eclecticism of the Renaissance mind, and the interest for the need of modern means to distribute art to new generations.

  • Brett Colbert, MD, PhD

    Physician | Classicist | Entrepreneur

    Brett earned his Bachelor of Science in Biology and is currently finishing his M.D./P.h.D. with an interdisciplinary dissertation in the fields of Biochemistry & Molecular Genetics. He was a seminarian for seven years studying the Classics, music, philosophy, theology, and art with a passion for the continuum between Antiquity and the Renaissance. His curatorial vision extends beyond the realm of the visual arts and searches for intersections with music, drama, literature, and science as a cohesive whole. Brett firmly holds that truth can be recognized in beauty. Brett believes that uncovering the Beautiful will reveal the True.

  • Fr. Angelo Campana, OCD

    Carmelite Priest | Art Historian & Restoration Expert | Philanthropist

    Fr. Angelo Campana joined the Carmelite order and has spent time in Italy and Turkey ministering to Syrian migrants. After a nearly fatal encounter with ISIS, he returned to Rome where he was assigned as rector at a Baroque era church, Santa Maria della Vittoria. Here, he meticulously renovated relics and art in the church, including the statue of the Ecstasy of St. Teresa by Gianlorenzo Bernini that he restored himself during COVID-19. Presently, he is the Pastor of San Pancrazio church in Rome and generously houses a studio for artists in Rome, including Amirhossein Yaghoobi, Leonardo Marziali, and Riccardo Galdenzi.

Team

  • Luna Gordon, Head Curator

    Art Curator | Restoration Specialist | Painter

    Luna Gordon has been studying art history and painting restoration across both America and Europe. As a teenager in Arizona, she worked hard to promote the local arts scene, creating paintings alongside other artists for the Humane Society, fighting to protect the cities’ cultural heritage, and gathering groups of artists to organise exhibitions. In her 20s, she has poured her energy into art restoration and curation alike. Currently, she is finishing her degree program as a paintings restoration technician at Palazzo Spinelli in Florence, whilst simultaneously working as an assistant curator for events such as the Venice glass week. Furthermore, she is the head curator for the Pneuma Art Foundation. Her passion for the classical arts stems from her belief that they possess the unique ability to build bridges and connect to each individual on a deeper level.

    Photo: Isabella D’Alessandro

  • Andrés Escalante, Director of Operations

    Andrés Escalante, Director of Operations

    Strategist | Organizer | Photographer

    Andrés Escalante has lived in Florence for over 14 years, where the city’s rich artistic legacy has profoundly shaped his work as a fine-art photographer. Holding a Master’s degree in Photography from Raffles Milano Institute of Fashion and Design, Andrés is dedicated to exploring the intersection of classical art and contemporary expression. As Director of Operations for the Pneuma Art Foundation, he plays a pivotal role in helping manage the foundation's activities, expanding its reach, and fostering connections within Florence’s thriving art community, contributing to the successful inaugural In the Light of Florence exhibition. Passionate about empowering emerging artists, Andrés is committed to bringing new vitality to Florence’s art scene while honoring its rich traditions.