Joanna Stella-Sawicka

Joanna Stella-Sawicka is an accomplished arts professional with extensive experience in leading and curating contemporary art initiatives. As the Artistic Director for Frieze since 2011, Joanna oversees operations across Europe, the Middle East, India, and Russia and holds additional roles as Fair Deputy Director and Director of Frame/Focus. Concurrently, Joanna serves as a consultant for the Crossrail Art Programme, focusing on ambitious site-specific commissions as part of a major infrastructure project in London. Prior to these roles, Joanna was the Director of Stephen Friedman Gallery and Carl Freedman Gallery, as well as the Monsoon Art Collection Curator at Monsoon Accessorize. Academic credentials include a Master of Arts in Curating Contemporary Art from the Royal College of Art and a Bachelor’s Degree in Art History and English Literature from the University of Leeds.