about us
We provide services for artists, communities, and corporations, offering mentorship and career support for artists, curating cultural projects for communities, and creating team-building and cultural initiatives for corporations that align with business goals and social responsibility.
Artist
Through personalized guidance and strategic collaborations, we enable artists to refine their unique visions and advance their professional trajectories. Our mentoring and follow-up programs, supported by private collectors, critics, and curators, extend the impact of artistic development beyond the initial exhibition, fostering long-term growth and recognition.
Community and social projection
Our services encompass the comprehensive curation of programmes, events, and artistic cultural projects, offering end-to-end support that includes research, development, and the production of pre-designed initiatives. We specialize in delivering a wide range of projects, from short-term community workshops to long-term, recurring programming and production, ensuring each endeavor is thoughtfully crafted and executed to meet the unique needs of our clients and communities.
Corporation, Institutions and Organisations:
Team building and the development of impactful projects constitute another key service we offer, which includes strategic design and planning tailored to address commercial or corporate objectives. These initiatives are aimed at enhancing the cultural environment within organizations, fostering positivity, and promoting well-being. Whether directed towards the members and collaborators of the organization or integrated into their corporate social responsibility and community impact programmes, our services are designed to create meaningful and lasting contributions to both internal culture and broader community engagement.
Original Profiles
Crescent is a dynamic bridge within the art world, connecting artists, cultural institutions, and the creative community. An extensive network of key players in the creative industries supports meaningful collaborations and opportunities for both emerging and established artists and designers.
“It is a very professional and fine curatorial work as well as an awesome experience with a great woman.”
Lucia Ohrmann
Crescent Original Profiles, led by Cecilia Santamarina, is an innovative platform dedicated to the intersection of art and community development. With over 30 years of international experience in creative project production, Santamarina has become a key figure in fostering artistic collaborations that bridge cultural gaps and create meaningful social impact. Drawing inspiration from her extensive career, which includes her role as the founder of the Latinaria Collective and curator of the VIA Arts Prize, Crescent Original Profiles brings together both seasoned and emerging artists, curators, and architects to create impactful works.
The curated collection reflects her latest collaborations with a diverse range of organizations such as the Belsize Village Business Association, London Festival of Architecture, and OmniDe Architecture Studio, as well as global institutions like Museo Ixchel and Papaya Media.
Through these partnerships, Santamarina has had a significant impact on various communities, particularly in Guatemala, where she has supported emerging artists through volunteer curatorial work. Notably, her curatorial efforts at the London Design Biennale and International Fashion Showcase in Somerset House led to the success of the Palopó installation, which earned her team the prestigious Public Medal in 2018.
By combining her expertise in art curation with a commitment to community engagement, Santamarina has created a platform where art serves as a vehicle for social change, offering both local and international artists the opportunity to showcase their work in meaningful, collaborative ways that strengthen communities and promote cross-cultural dialogue.