The Artist
Welcome to my artistic journey!
My mission is simple yet profound: to inspire individuals to appreciate every moment n their life intensely and fully.
In today’s fast-paced world, many find themselves detached from the present moment, feeling as if their contributions lack significance. I believe that by connecting with our innermost self, we can foster meaningful relationships with others and align ourselves with the universe’s grand tapestry.
The seeds for this realisation were planted during a spring break in Canterbury while I was a student. One sunny afternoon, I was wandering through a tranquil neighbourhood, when I realised how captivated I had become by the vibrancy of daffodils and the clarity of the world around me. Such euphoria was quite surprising. I questioned its origin but found no answer. It simply existed.
My initial intention was to reach the river’s flower beds and work on some watercolour drawings, an uncommon pastime for me back then. Though it would be a decade before I experienced such intense emotion again, that day became a turning point in my life.
Fast forward 20 years, and I found myself on a distinct path, diverging from expectations set by family and societal norms. No longer on a computer science grad path, nor working as a consultant, not even taking over the family business, I was set on my own unique journey. I proudly earned degrees from The Glasgow School of Arts and Athens School of Fine Arts with distinction. More than the academic accolades, I felt like a master of my destiny.
The realisation dawned: one can traverse life without truly living, letting moments slip away without genuine appreciation.
Thus, I committed myself to relish every moment, from the mundane to the magnificent. Through my art and other endeavours, I share my thoughts, feelings, and insights. My goal is to resonate with those who’ve treaded similar paths and to engage with those curious about my enthusiasm for life.
Exhibitions
Jun 2023
Apr 2023
Serafeio Cultural Centre, Athens, Greece
Dec 2022
HGW std project space, Athens, Greece
Jul 2022
ITSLIQUID International, Venice, Italy
Jun 2022
Boomer Gallery, Tower Bridge, London, UK
Nov 2020
Art Number 23 Gallery, Athens, Greece
Jul 2019
Tramway, Glasgow, UK
Jun 2019
SEAS Community Gallery, Brighton, UK
Sep 2018
The Glasgow School of Art, Tontine, Scotland
Apr 2018
Trongate 101, Glasgow, UK
Mar 2018
The Pipe Factory, Glasgow, UK
Feb 2018
39 Trongate, Glasgow, UK
Sep 2016
Athens School of Fine Arts, Greece
Apr 2014
Megaron Athens Conference Centre
Mar 2012
Michael Cacoyannis Foundation, Athens
Sep 2011
House of Cyprus, Embassy of Cyprus, Athens, Greece
"Art as A Response to Mental Health", Doncaster Art Fair
"Oddly It Works", 1st Athens Civil Society Festival
"Supporting Queer Arts" , 1st Human Cast Inclusive Art Festival
"Contemporary Venice" 10th edition, Art Fair
"Contemporary" 3rd edition, Art Fair
"Anthropologio" Group Exhibition
"Relay" Group Exhibition
"Limbo" Group Exhibition
Graduation Degree Show
“Exquisite Offerings” Glasgow International Group Exhibition
“No Safe Haven” Group Exhibition
“Close By” Group Exhibition
Graduate Degree Show
“2nd International Conference on Research Infrastructures” Group Exhibition
“Flags, Placards, Banners” performance and
“Colour in the Land of our Times” Group Exhibition
“Lime and Sea” Group Exhibition
Education
2017-2018
Glasgow School of Art
2014-2016
Athens School of Fine Arts
2013
University Paris 8
2009-2012
Athens School of Fine Arts
MLitt in Fine Arts Painting with Distinction
MA (Integrated) in Fine Arts Painting with Distinction
Exchange Program student in Fine Arts
BA in Fine Arts Painting with Distinction
Workshops - Residencies - Outreach
Dec 2023
Winter Market
Bow Arts Trust, Bow Road, London E3
Nov 2023
Paws & Portraits Party
Botanic Gardens, City Island, London E14
Aug 2023
Acava Spode Works, Staffordshire, UK
Open Studios
Sep 2021
Don Art Salon Athens
Artist Talk
Jun- Nov 2021
Grand Canava Artist Resident
Grand Canava Art Residency Oia Santorini
Dec 2020
The Koppel Project Central, Soho, London
Open Studios
Mar 2018
The Pipe Factory, Glasgow, UK
Charity Auction
Apr 2012
Ydra, Greece
“Panta Rhei” Residency and workshop in Ydra Annex of Athens School of Fine Arts, collaboration with Bauhaus University of Weimar
Awards
2020
2014
2013
Prisma Art Prize finalist
“ICRI Research and Art” competition finalist, 2nd International Conference on Research Infrastructures
Greek State Scholarship for Erasmus program