When I first walked into Aalvo Gallery, tucked away in São Paulo’s Barra Funda neighborhood, I couldn’t help but wonder if visitors to The Downtown Gallery had the same feeling when they first stepped inside in 1926. That pioneering space in Lower Manhattan, founded by Edith Halpert—also a woman—transformed the art world. Just as Edith’s vision was a catalyst for new possibilities, Tulle’s Aalvo Gallery represents a unique moment of dedication to emerging talent. Lola and Edith share more than just gender—they share a mission, one rooted in a deep commitment to providing artists with a space to grow, while simultaneously helping them sustain and develop their careers. Both women are united by their drive to be more than curators of art; they are stewards of its future.

Today, every artist and designer represented by Lola had their first solo exhibition at Aalvo. For her, this is perhaps the most powerful aspect of her work—building something with the artists, from the ground up, in a spirit of collaboration, trust, and mutual respect. This collective approach is at the heart of Aalvo’s ethos and a testament to the community Lola has built within the gallery.

Tulle’s path to the art world was anything but conventional. She spent many years immersed in the fashion industry—navigating its vast machinery and polished surfaces. This experience honed her eye, sharpened her attention to detail, and gave her a deep understanding of aesthetics. Yet, over time, she outgrew it. Fashion teaches one to see; art, on the other hand, teaches one to feel. It was this shift from surface-level observation to deeper connection that steered Lola toward the world of art and design.