Toma holds a degree in Art History and Theory and brings over a decade of experience in art curation and cultural project management. She has curated exhibitions, developed artistic programs, and organized cultural events across Europe and beyond, including Italy, Ireland, the United Kingdom and Indonesia. Since 2015, based in the Algarve, Toma co-founded Open Studios Faro and GAMA RAMA Gallery, fostering community-driven cultural projects and international artistic collaborations.
Tom is a British painter and maker with over twenty years of experience creating art and building artist‑led spaces. After nearly two decades running studios and art collectives in London, he relocated to Portugal, where he continues to develop artist retreats and creative environments that nurture experimentation and community. Alongside his own multidisciplinary practice, Leamon works as a creative director, balancing his commitment to painting with a long-standing dedication to designing spaces that support and inspire other artists.