Alpha ArtReview
International Contemporary Art Review
Alpha ArtReview is the international editorial publication of the Alpha & Alpha Art Platform, dedicated to exploring contemporary art in all its forms. The review brings together critical essays, artist interviews, curatorial analyses, visual studies, and global perspectives on today’s artistic culture. A collaborative space open to artists, galleries, museums, and cultural institutions worldwide.
Our Team – Multidisciplinary Departments & Open Positions
Alpha & Alpha operates through a structured, multidisciplinary framework that supports its gallery, journal, and research divisions. Our team combines artistic vision, editorial clarity, technical expertise, and community engagement. As the platform grows, each department will expand with dedicated professionals contributing to our mission.
Professional Standards & Affiliations
Alpha & Alpha is committed to professional practice, ethical standards, transparency, and the ongoing development of contemporary visual arts.
The platform's founder and director, Albert Deak, is a Verified Professional Member of the International Association of Professional Art Gallery Owners (IAPO), reflecting this commitment and supporting the Gallery's broader professional and cultural mission.
Director & Curator General
United Kingdom
BA (Hons) in Fine and Decorative Arts, with a specialization in Ceramic Design from the University of Art and Design Cluj-Napoca.
Founder of Alpha & Alpha Contemporary Art Platform and ArtUnivers Journal, multidisciplinary visual artist, curator, and independent researcher.
In addition to his artistic career, he has accumulated extensive experience in entrepreneurship, business consultancy, management, finance, marketing, and project development, bringing a multidisciplinary perspective to the creation and growth of cultural initiatives.
This combination of artistic expertise and professional experience has shaped the vision, organisational structure, and long-term development of Alpha & Alpha as an international contemporary art platform.
His current work focuses on curatorial research, editorial development, international collaborations, and projects that bridge traditional artistic practices with digital technologies and contemporary discourse.
Senior Operations, Cyber Systems & Client Experience Specialist
United Kingdom
Astrid Deak combines expertise in Information Technology, Cyber Security, Operations Management, Customer Experience, and Business Administration, contributing to both the technological and organisational development of Alpha & Alpha.
Her responsibilities extend beyond cybersecurity and digital infrastructure to include operational coordination, client relations, administrative systems, compliance oversight, strategic planning, and the development of secure and efficient frameworks supporting artists, researchers, galleries, museums, and cultural institutions.
Her multidisciplinary background enables Alpha & Alpha to integrate technological resilience, operational excellence, and professional client engagement within a single strategic vision.
Ala Eddine Hamamdia
Independent AI & Software Development Specialist
Algeria
Ala Eddine Hamamdia is an Artificial Intelligence specialist and software developer based in Algeria, holding university degrees in Information Systems and Artificial Intelligence. His expertise includes software engineering, machine learning, AI applications, automation systems, and digital product development.
Through an independent partnership with Alpha & Alpha, he offers selected technical services and discounted website development opportunities for artists, researchers, and creative professionals introduced through the platform.
Areas of expertise include:
• Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning
• Software Development
• Web Platforms & Portfolio Websites
• Automation & Digital Workflows
• Technical Consultancy
• Digital Infrastructure
Independent services, quotations, contracts, and payments are arranged directly between the client and the service provider.