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Microcommission: ‘Cheimadia’ by Alkmini Gkousiari

In Cheimadia Alkmini Gkousiari proposes a piece of work that can be worn; as the artist carries Athens with her from afar she wished to make a piece that she could take with her in different locations that have glimpses of her city. She has said that the piece was made during the overwintering of 2020 as an attempt to remember and to identify with an identity that is drifting away.

RUYA MAPSJanuary 25, 2022Alkmini Gkousiari, greek artists, Athens, emerging, Commission, creative cities, spirit, sculpture, performance

Microcommission: ‘Cheimadia’ by Alkmini Gkousiari (Copy)

In Cheimadia Alkmini Gkousiari proposes a piece of work that can be worn; as the artist carries Athens with her from afar she wished to make a piece that she could take with her in different locations that have glimpses of her city. She has said that the piece was made during the overwintering of 2020 as an attempt to remember and to identify with an identity that is drifting away.

RUYA MAPSJanuary 25, 2022Alkmini Gkousiari, greek artists, Athens, emerging, Commission, creative cities, spirit, sculpture, performance

Microcommission: ‘Cheimadia’ by Alkmini Gkousiari

In Cheimadia Alkmini Gkousiari proposes a piece of work that can be worn; as the artist carries Athens with her from afar she wished to make a piece that she could take with her in different locations that have glimpses of her city. She has said that the piece was made during the overwintering of 2020 as an attempt to remember and to identify with an identity that is drifting away.

RUYA MAPSFebruary 11, 2021Alkmini Gkousiari, greek artists, Athens, emerging, Commission, creative cities, spirit, sculpture, performance

Q&A with Melina Fakitsa Mosland

Q&A with Athens based artist Melina Fakitsa Mosland, one of the finalists of our open call for ‘Spirit.’ Read on to find out about Melina’s concept-led approach, the abandoned villages surrounding Athens, and the impact of growing up in the heart of the city.

RUYA MAPSJanuary 28, 2021Melina Fakitsa Mosland, Athens, creative cities, Commission, emerging, greek artists

Q&A with Alkmini Gkousiari

Q&A with Glasgow based artist Alkmini Gkousiari, one of the finalists of our open call for ‘Spirit.’ Read on to find out Alkmini’s take on mythology, urban planning in Athens, and the feeling of being a visitor in your hometown.

RUYA MAPSJanuary 25, 2021Alkmini Gkousiari, creative cities, Commission, greek artists, emerging

Announcing the Runners Up for our Athens Artists Open Call

We were impressed by the strength of the submissions received, with installation, photography, dance, and graphic design among the arts practices that were represented. Whether an established artist or fresh out of art school, an Athens native or a recent resident, each of the artists included here has a relationship with the city that connects with the unique spirit of Athens.