Meet the Team

The passionate people behind our brand who make everything possible

Irina Falberg

Founder & CEO
Irina Falberg is the visionary founder behind The Pop Up Art Gallery. Driven by a genuine passion for authentic expression, she established the Cleveland gallery as the nation's premier destination for international Naive Art. With a focused mission, she champions the pure, joyful, and unfiltered genius of artists worldwide, making their profound and uplifting work accessible right here in Northeast Ohio.

David Gurary

Director of Acquisitions
David Gurary is a dedicated supporter and Director of Acquisitions for The Pop Up Art Gallery. Working in close partnership with CEO Irina Falberg, he is essential to shaping the gallery's high-value collection. His role focuses on strategic sourcing, vetting, and securing museum-quality acquisitions from international and American Naive masters, directly ensuring the gallery maintains its reputation for aesthetic purity and enduring value in the global art market.

Lera Sheludkova

Creative Director
Lera Sheludkova is the Creative Director of The Pop Up Art Gallery, assisting Irina Falberg with curatorial, creative, and organizational tasks. She helps ensure each exhibition reflects the gallery’s joyful spirit and professional standard.