History
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Irina Falberg first opened as a small pop-up gallery, simply hoping to give local Cleveland artists a place to show their work. What we did not expect was to encounter an extraordinary collection, something unlike anything else in the world. It was a remarkable gathering of naive art from many countries, curated by Dan Chill for 25 years. In a time when the world can feel fragmented and divided, we saw an opportunity to preserve and celebrate a collection that brings so many voices together under one roof.
To describe Naive art in a single sentence, we might say it is the human story made visible, an idealistic vision of reality expressed through vivid color, openhearted simplicity, and a gentle, almost enchanted attention to everyday life. When you enter the gallery, you step into the fairytales these artists imagined and so generously offered to the world.
Present
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Step further, and borders begin to dissolve. Our gallery now brings together original works from more than thirty countries, offering one of the most culturally diverse art experiences in the United States. At its heart lies the nation’s largest curated collection of Naive and museum-caliber folk art, the living archive of traditions, memories, and stories carried through time.
Future
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The Pop Up Art Gallery is shaped by the imagination, courage, and collaboration of the people who build it. The future of this space will evolve with what our team envisions and brings to life together.
Join as an art collector, team member, or volunteer and help make the world a better place through art. What began as a pop-up has grown into something far larger. A place where imagination, history, and humanity meet, and where every visitor is invited into the world artists dreamed into being.
Our mission is to empower artists by providing a trusted platform that preserves the authenticity of their work, amplifies their visibility, and creates sustainable income opportunities through curated exhibitions, verified digital certification, and global licensing of fine art.
Our vision is to build the world’s most trusted ecosystem for authenticated fine art — a platform where artists can earn a sustainable living through global visibility, legal protection, and new revenue streams created through digital licensing and curated exhibition.
We are guided by a commitment to artistic integrity, protecting the authenticity and intention behind every work we present. We empower artists as creators and professionals by offering fair opportunities, transparent systems, and pathways to sustainable income. As cultural stewards, we preserve and celebrate global artistic heritage, from Naive and folk traditions to Contemporary voices, ensuring diverse perspectives remain visible and valued. Through ethical innovation, we use technology responsibly, designing tools that build trust, safeguard rights, and expand long-term opportunity. We foster meaningful community through exhibitions, programs, and digital experiences that connect artists, audiences, collectors, and partners. Above all, we believe art transforms, enriching life, supporting emotional well-being, and bringing joy to the spaces it touches.
Meet the Team
Irina Falberg
David Gurary
