Meet the team behind the events, exhibitions and trainings organised by TAATO.
We are a small team, open to dialogue and collaborations. Thanks to these our projects take shape. We continue to foster a network with our work, and believe that the artist is (should be) at the centre.
Reach out in case you need anything, or realise that something is missing in our programme. We are open to conversations and are always interested in hearing from you, whether it is a success story or a story of struggles.
Jessica Capra / jessica@theartistandtheothers.nl
Head of The Artist and the Others / Concept & Projects
Working across Europe, she has dedicated her career to developing projects that respond to real, lived needs within the art world. Her work is driven by a clear purpose: to create structures and opportunities that make a tangible, lasting difference in artists’ lives and the art world.
At the core of her practice are a few guiding principles: the generous sharing of knowledge, the building of meaningful connections, the strengthening of artistic and professional skills, and the fostering of collaborations that grow beyond the moment and create long-term value. These principles shape every initiative she develops.
Her commitment to empowering artists and cultural professionals led her to found The Artist and The Others, as well as the Summer Training for Emerging Artists — a programme widely recognised for supporting artists in gaining confidence, clarity, and professional direction at critical stages of their careers.
As a certified Fundamental Coach, she combines a clear, structured methodology with a warm, attentive, and motivating mentoring style. Her guidance is practical and encouraging, grounded in years of close listening to artists navigating precarity, transition, and growth.
Currently, her research focuses on parenting in the arts, contributing to the development of a more inclusive, fair, and sustainable cultural ecosystem. She has recently expanded her expertise in sustainable exhibition practices (NODE Center) and curating with care (University of Applied Arts Zurich), further strengthening her ability to support artists working within today’s evolving and often challenging cultural landscape.
Ronja Terwindt / ronja@theartistandtheothers.nl
Production & Creative Hub Euregio Agent
After following Management studies in Eindhoven, and autonomous studies at the Art Academy in Maastricht, Ronja Terwindt chose to gain experience as a Team Leader at a country estate. Here she acquired Team Management and Event Organisation skills, recognising the importance of the visitor. Alongside this, she worked for art organisations in Maastricht and Parkstad.
Ronja decided to continue her career as a freelancer, applying her knowledge and experience to benefit local makers, creatives and initiatives. Since 2022, she has been active for The Artist and the Others and for Video Power. She is now Maastricht-based Project Leader and Head of Production at The Artist and the Others. Giving special attention to what distinguishes one maker from another, she develops customised solutions alongside our partners. Her strong commitment to truly help creative people is transferred to the projects and collaborations on which she works.
Zoë Rivas Zanello / zoezanello@theartistandtheothers.nl
Communication & Development
Zoë Rivas Zanello is an English-Italian cultural professional working across communication, development, and education in the contemporary art field. With a background in art, psychology and cultural studies, she supports artists and organisations through collaborative project coordination, writing, and community-focused engagement in Italy, the Netherlands, and the UK.
She completed a BSc in Psychology at the University of Trieste in Italy in 2018, with a thesis on Neuroesthetics and subjectivity in the Arts, and obtained an MA in Arts and Heritage at Maastricht University in 2020, with a research dissertation on the sustainability of International Artist Residencies. Alongside her academic journey, she has also continued to develop her own artistic practice, studying at Turps Independent Art School in London (2022-2024).
Driven by a deep interest in exchange, accessibility, and long-term impact, she has been working with The Artist and the Others (NL) since 2021, focusing on the communication and development of artist-centred initiatives. She also coordinates projects for Neo Associazione Culturale (IT) and teaches English for the British Institutes (IT). Believing in the pivotal role of art in society, through all her work, she strives to create spaces for reflection, collaboration, and dialogue.
