Hilde Lynn Helphenstein is a visual artist, digital storyteller, and the creative mind behind @jerrygogosian. This popular satirical Instagram meme account critiques and comments on the global art world through viral images, videos and text pieces. It has since transformed into a community and platform.

She is also the Editor in Chief of The Jerry Report and the host of the podcast Art Smack.

@jerrygogosian serves as a piercing satirical lens on the art world, navigating the complex tapestry of elitism and exclusivity that defines the industry. Through a blend of sharp wit and incisive commentary, this Instagram account exposes the often opaque mechanisms of asymmetric information, high entry barriers, and the performative social rituals that gatekeep the most exclusive art circles. With a critical eye on the commodification of art and the performative activism rampant in the sphere, @jerrygogosian mocks the use of social capital for personal gain, highlighting how art is wielded as a tool for social positioning rather than genuine appreciation. The account takes aim at contemporary cultural trends, like influencer culture and the pursuit of online validation, employing humor and irony to critique personal behaviors and societal norms. Through specific references and satirical points, it offers a candid look at the strategic games of art collecting, the superficialities of gallery culture, and the absurdities of professional and personal dynamics within the art world, making it a must-follow for those looking for an unfiltered view behind the velvet rope of the art industry.

Beyond her virtual presence, Helphenstein has brought people together through large-scale dance parties and has championed various social causes. She has also collaborated with brands such as On Running, Ruinart, Phillips, Sotheby’s, The EDITION Hotel, The Standard Hotel, Playboy, and MATCHESFASHION. Her artistic work and ideas have garnered attention in respected publications, including the Wall Street Journal, The Observer, Le Monde, Harper's Bazaar, Vogue, and GQ.

In addition to her thriving career in the art world, Helphenstein is pursuing an Executive MBA at NYU Stern with the goal of honing her strategic communication skills to promote unity and mutual understanding through art.

For inquiries or proposals, please get in touch with info@gogosian.com.