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Simon Oldfield combines a distinctive combination of curatorial, art advisory, and legal expertise. This integrated approach, underpinned by two decades of experience and a broad international network, enables him to lead complex projects, curate exceptional exhibitions and build outstanding art collections.

Simon advises significant private collectors across the globe and leads major cultural projects.  He currently leads the Arts & Culture programme at Wolterton Hall, delivering exhibitions by Phyllida Barlow, Maggi Hambling, Ro Robertson and Daisy Parris.  He advised Grosvenor Estate on its cultural re-imagining of heritage buildings on Mount Street and Carlos Place, and is currently involved with the creative rebirth of Bloomsbury. Simon curated one of the first solo exhibitions of paintings by Michael Armitage at his former eponymous gallery and delivered curatorial programme in collaboration with major institutions such as the Royal Academy of Arts.

His legal background provides a critical advantage, enabling him and his team to navigate complex projects and transactions with ease. This unique combination of knowledge allows Simon Oldfield & Associates to offer clients comprehensive strategic counsel.  

He is also a respected contributor to the broader art and culture landscape. As co-founder of Pindrop with Elizabeth Day, he fosters collaborations between leading artists, writers, and actors, creating innovative and engaging experiences.  This was brought together in 'A Short Affair', a book uniting art and literature with bestselling writers and leading artists (compiled and edited by Simon, published by Simon & Schuster in collaboration with the RA).  

He is also a prominent public speaker with highlights including the Deloitte’s Art & Finance Conference at the Vatican, London School of Economics, Kunsthalle Zurich, Art Basel, Amazon, BMW Welt, Society of London Art Dealers, Laguna Art Museum of California, and Hauser & Wirth. He has been a guest on Talk Art and Monocle 24, Artlogic Connects and Waterstones Live, and contributed to publications including Monocle, Harper's Bazaar, and FT Weekend.  He served on judging panels for awards such as the Sunday Times Watercolour Competition, British Book Awards, Caitlin Art Prize and Jerwood Drawing Prize, and provided expert opinion to a House of Lords’ cross-party Parliamentary enquiry into the impact of technology on creative industries.  Simon sits on the Philanthropy Board of Art UK.

Tim Julian brings a wealth of strategic insight and a deep understanding of the broader cultural landscape to Simon Oldfield & Associates. With a distinguished career spanning television, film, entertainment, and significant work with leading cultural institutions, Tim has consistently operated at the highest levels, notably as a senior leader at The Walt Disney Company, where he directed international marketing, brand, and market research. He subsequently established his own international agency, providing strategic counsel across the creative and cultural sectors, cultivating a profound understanding of creative production and audience engagement from all perspectives.

Tim’s extensive experience has been consistently data-driven, providing him with a unique ability to analyze market trends and inform strategic decision-making. This analytical approach complements Simon Oldfield & Associates’ commitment to providing clients with a professional and informed service. Tim’s expertise helps clients navigate the art market with clarity and confidence, ensuring their decisions are supported by robust data and insight. He has played a strategic role in the development of numerous significant cultural brands and movements, including, for example, Net-a-Porter and BBC iPlayer. He has also worked on highly strategic projects for leading cultural institutions, including the BBC, Sky Arts, the Royal Opera House, and the Royal Albert Hall. His contributions to the advisory board of Pindrop, including its programmes at the Royal Academy of Arts, BAFTA, and its Arts Council England book tour at Tate Liverpool, Turner Contemporary, Pallant House Gallery, and The New Art Gallery Walsall, further illustrate his ability to bridge the gap between artistic vision and diverse audiences.

At Simon Oldfield & Associates, Tim leverages his comprehensive understanding of the creative and cultural landscape to enhance the firm’s client services, which encompass a holistic and strategic approach to building art collections and cultural projects. He works closely with clients, ensuring seamless delivery and exemplary service, mirroring the firm’s commitment to providing a holistic and strategic approach to art-related projects. Tim's ability to bridge the gap between artistic vision and audience reception aligns perfectly with the firm’s dedication to fostering meaningful connections within the art world.