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Submission for Group Art Exhibition "Flourish" 29th Nov-7th Dec 2024
Submission for Group Art Exhibition "Flourish" 29th Nov - 7th Dec 2024
We are excited to announce a call for artists for our upcoming exhibition, "Flourish"
This initiative aims to showcase the diverse talents within our artistic community and provide a platform for artists to express themselves. No theme is required for submissions; as an artist, I believe that imposing a theme limits artists in showcasing their work and inspiring viewers from diverse perspectives.
I, Elham Razani, a multidisciplinary Persian artist with over 23 years of experience and an extensive portfolio exhibited internationally, am honored to lead the Ibrahim Art Gallery, nestled in the vibrant heart of Paphos. I am personally committed to reviewing and curating each submission with passion and attention to detail.
We welcome submissions from artists working in various mediums, including oil painting, abstract art, mixed media, sculpture, mosaic art. Whether you are a seasoned professional or an emerging talent, we encourage you to share your unique perspective and contribute to this collective exploration of creativity.
Submission Details:
- Deadline for Submissions: 15th November 2024.
Please don’t wait until the deadline to apply, as many artists have already shown interest; spaces may fill up before the deadline.
Successful applicants will be notified via email by 20th November 2024. Selected artists will receive further details regarding participation and exhibition logistics.
- Up to 3 high-quality images of your artwork (JPEG or PDF) - I will choose one or two paintings.
- Size of the painting: Max 100 cm width
- A brief artist statement (250 words max) outlining how you started your art career and what you are creating.
Entry Fee: For accepted artists, the entry fee is 45 Euros, and there is a 15% commission on any art sold during the exhibition. This commission helps cover operational costs while ensuring artists receive fair compensation for their work.
Please note: As you know, galleries often charge high commissions, typically around 40% to 50%, which can be frustrating since the majority of the work is done by the artist. To earn a fair amount, artists have to raise prices, making the artwork less accessible to buyers. To address this, I’ll be charging a lower commission to help you price your art more affordably and increase your chances of a successful sale.
Note: There will be no refunds after registration for any reason, as this allows me to dedicate my time to reviewing all applications.
Artwork Delivery: Selected artists are required to deliver their artwork to Ibrahim Khan Art Gallery or to Elham Razani Art Studio on 21st - 22nd & 23rd from 10:00 am to 17:00
Exhibition Dates: The exhibition will run from 29th November to 7th December 2024, with the opening reception on 29th November at 18:00.
Gallery hours: From 10:00 - 12:30 & 16:00 - 17:30 daily
Artwork Collection: Exhibitors are requested to collect their artwork on 7th December 20:00 and on 9th December from 10:30 to 17:00.
Exhibition Location & Artwork Delivery:
- Location: Paphos, Old Town, Constantinou Kanari 40 - Ibrahim Khan Art Gallery 8010 - Hani
Thank you for considering to showcase your work with us. We look forward to reviewing your submissions and celebrating the rich tapestry of artistic talent within our community.
Feel free to share it with your friends; they might be interested in participating.
If you have any questions or require further information, please don't hesitate to contact us.
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Warm Regards, Elham
Group Art Exhibition "Unbound Creativity" 12-14 April 2024
Group Art exhibition "Unbound Creativity" 12-14th April 2024
You are cordially invited to the group exhibition at the Ibrahim Khan Art Gallery, organized and curated by Elham Razani, a Persian Artist who resides in Paphos.
Featuring a diverse ensemble of artists from various nationalities, this exhibition promises to stimulate your senses and ignite inspiration. From seasoned professionals to emerging talents, each artist brings a unique perspective to the table, fostering an electrifying atmosphere of creativity and collaboration.
Your presence at this exhibition not only extends support to the exhibiting artists but also serves as a catalyst for their continued artistic endeavors. We warmly encourage you to share this enriching experience with your friends and family, as we come together to celebrate the transformative power of art.
Join us as we embark on a journey of discovery and celebration, embracing the boundless possibilities of artistic expression.
We look forward to welcoming you to this exceptional showcase of creativity.
Warm regards,
Elham Razani
xxx You will find videos of the event at the end of the information of the artists xxx
Date: 12-14 April 2024
Time: 18:00
Exhibition Date
13th & 14th April
Gallery Open Hours
10:00 - 14:00 & 16:00 - 19:00
Sponsor: TSANGARIDES WINERY
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- Ellada Amvrosiadou
- Christos Christou
- Svetlana De Smet
- Charalambos Epaminonda
- George Kotsonis
- Anastasia Krivenko
- George Mavros
- Dimitris Meletis
- Edo
- Maiya Petra
- Irina Rozhkova
- Andrei Simanschi
- Katja Tonja
- ILona Za
- Elham Razani
Ellada Amvrosiadou
Ellada Amvrosiadou lives in Paphos and has finished Fashion Design Institute in Greece . For some time she worked in the fashion industry yet her love for art took over and the last years she completely focused on it .
Ellada's art is difficult to put between certain frames of a genre , she likes to invent new ,to synthesize and mix different styles but very carefully, invisibly removing the borders .We can definitely say that the analytical state of mind in her paintings is as present as romanticism . In her work minimalism is where the absence of many details is compensated by a distinct center and emotionally bright choice of colours. The scenarios of the pieces do not belong to any type of subjectivism ,as they are filled with metaphors ,associations and symbolism.
When you look at Ellada's paintings you get the unexpected feeling of some fantastic space , afar away mysterious world as if '' through the looking glass''.
Artist Name: Ellada Amvrosiadou
Medium: Acrylic on Canvas
Size: 50x60 cm
Year Created: 2021
Price: €520
Description:
In today's reality where personal interests play the most important role in our society its crucial to stay enlightened & to seek a higher purpose .
As you follow the inner light is important to follow your own compass & not get distracted by other people beliefs . Black heart symbolizes a heartbreak of a pure soul often has to experience in everyday life.
"Home is Where You Make It"
Artist Name: Ellada Amvrosiadou
Medium: Acrylic on Canvas
Size: 70x100 cm
Year Created: 2020
Price: €690
Description:
No matter where life takes You it's very important to remember that Your home is where You make it ! Your home is your family & friends but also the memories that you hold inside . It's your belief system & your values . Your home is your soul & you carry it no matter the physical location you are at.
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Christos Christou
Christos Christou I was born in 1950. In the 70's I study in the "École Nationale Supérieure des Beaux-Arts de Paris". After the diploma and a period of personal research I begin my professional career as a painter, sculptor and lithographer in the 80s. Individual mainly exhibitions and special orders are the main part of my professional activity. In the public sector, besides others I design and create the badges, medals and trophies for the International and Pan-European Athletics Games for Students held in France in 1992 and 2002 respectively.
“The Little Poetess”
Artist Name: Christos Christou
Medium: Digital Printing "GICLEE FINE ART"
Size: 50x35 cm
Year Created: 2021
Price: €1100
Description: Comes with certificate of authenticity. Limited edition of 33 copies & 7H.C.ex. (excluding trade). Comes with certificate of authenticity.
"The Wise"
Artist Name: Christos Christou
Medium: digital printing "GICLEE FINE ART"
Size: 50x35 cm
Year Created: 2021
Price: €1100
Description: Comes with certificate of authenticity. Limited edition of 33 copies & 7H.C.ex. (excluding trade). Comes with certificate of authenticity.
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Svetlana De Smet
Svetlana De Smet is a Russian artist who graduated as a teacher from Volgograd University. In 2010, in Luxembourg, at a private art school, she discovered various painting techniques.
"My work in art is an exploration of the depth of feelings and emotions through textural elements and forms. In my works, I use various materials such as texture paste, primer, acrylic, sand and fabric, where texture becomes a language through which I express the entire spectrum of emotion and invite the viewer to feel the richness and variety of surfaces."
Each painting is not only a visual admiration, but also an inner contemplation. They also become the perfect addition to any interior, giving a special charm and individuality to the space.
"Iberia"
Artist Name: Svetlana De Smet
Medium: Mixed Media on Canvas
Size: 50x70 cm
Year Created: 2023
Description: The painting "Iberia" effectively captures the essence of antiquity, as each textured surface intertwines with the cultural foundations of Georgian history. The olive and umber shades imbue it with a profound sense of time, while every brushstroke appears to carry the weight of centuries-old history, transporting the viewer to the expansive realm of the ancient Iberian kingdom.
"The Silence of Pandora"
Artist Name: Svetlana De Smet
Medium: Mixed Media on Canvas
Size: 40x60 cm (each)
Year Created: 2024
The Silence of Pandora" is not just the absence of sounds but a profound tranquility that envelops this mystical world. In this silence, one can feel a connection with nature, where the whisper of the wind and barely audible sounds of the environment create a unique symphony of peace. Calm shades establish an atmosphere of serenity, while lines softly flowing across the canvas reflect invisible waves of silence. And the mist, like a veil, invites the viewer into a meditative immersion in the soundless harmony of Pandora.
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Charalambos Epaminonda
Σπουδάζω την τέχνη πρώτα στην ποίηση, στη λογοτεχνία και μετά στη ζωγραφική. Διαβάζω, γράφω και μετά ζωγραφίζω. Πρώτα είμαι λογοτέχνης και μετά ζωγράφος. Πρώτα ο λόγος και μετά η εικόνα. Έτσι, η ζωγραφική μου γεννιέται μέσα από ένα ποίημα. Συνήθως διαβάζω ποίηση και παραμύθια. Από εκεί αντλώ τα θέματά μου.
"Freedom"
Artist Name: Charalambos Epaminonda
Medium: Acrylics on Canvas
Size: 50x70 cm
Year Created: 2023
Price: €810
Description: Έμπνευση από το παραμύθι " Τα δώδεκα πουλιά". Δώδεκα αδέλφια έχουν μαγευτεί και έχουν γίνει πουλιά. Η μοναδική τους αδελφή πρέπει να τους φτιάξει δώδεκα φορεσιές από τσουκνίδες. Όταν έλθουν όλα μαζί να τους τις φορέσει και θα λυθούν τα μαγιά. Η δύσκολη αυτή εργασία είναι η δημιουργία του ποιητή. Από το βαρύ στο ανάλαφρο. Από το σκοτάδι στο φως. Η γυναίκα είναι πρωτεργάτης της ελευθερίας.
"Fairy _ Nymph"
Artist Name: Charalambos Epaminonda
Medium: Acrylics on Canvas
Size: 42x61 cm
Year Created: 2022
Price: €810
Description: Έμπνευση από το ποίημα του Βασίλη Μιχαηλίδη " Η Ανεράδα ". Ερωτική συνάντηση στη φύση. Η χαρά και η θλίψη του έρωτα. Συνάμα η συνάντηση του ποιητή με τη Μούσα του. Ένα θέμα που πάντα με συγκινεί όπως και κάθε δημιουργό.
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George Kotsonis
George Kotsonis, born on March 14, 1940, in Paleochori, Cyprus, grew up in a large family amidst poverty, with his father working in the Amiantos mines. Despite his parents' aspirations for his education in the city, George's passion for drawing blossomed when he received colored pencils as a gift. His innate talent for capturing his surroundings on paper garnered both admiration and envy from those around him, including his teachers. His love for the Cypriot landscape and its churches deeply influenced his artwork.
Facing financial struggles, George attended the Commercial Academy in Limassol, staying with relatives who owned a bakery. While studying, he continued to paint and worked delivering bread, gaining free entry to the local cinema where he learned about projectors. This exposure to film sparked his fascination with the moving image, shaping his artistic composition.
George's art reflects his cinematic approach, evident in works like the monumental mosaic featuring the Apostle Paul. This masterpiece showcases his skill in composition, emotional expression, and technique. Throughout his life, George remained connected to his roots, drawing inspiration from his childhood landscape and experiences.
Despite his humble beginnings, George Kotsonis's passion for art and his ability to translate his surroundings onto canvas or mosaic established him as a renowned artist. His journey from a poor Cypriot village to artistic acclaim exemplifies the transformative power of passion and talent.
"Dancing 1"
Artist Name: George Kotsonis
Medium: Acrylics on Canvas
Size: 90x170 cm
Year Created: 2024
Price: €34500
"Dancing 2"
Artist Name: George Kotsonis
Medium: Acrylics on Canvas
Size: 80x170 cm
Year Created: 2022
Price: €34500
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Anastasia Krivenko
She graduated from the Moscow Pedagogical State University in Russia as a Master of Fine Arts. After graduation, worked as a graphic designer and digital artist for many years. In 2018 Anastasia moved with her family to live in Cyprus. The stunning beauty of this island, with its seascapes, gentle sun and life-giving air reignited her passion to paint with her hands. Intuitively, she chose fragile pastel as the most tactile material capable of conveying feelings and emotions. And each her landscape is a declaration of love for the island of Cyprus as an inexhaustible source of inspiration and admiration.
Anastasia participates in local and international exhibitions and is an active art teacher. Her works are in private collections in Cyprus, Great Britain, US, Russia and other countries.
“INSIDE OF ME”
Artist Name: Anastasia Krivenko
Medium: Mixed Media, gouache and soft pastel on cardboard
Size: 75x105 cm
Year Created: 2022
Price: €920
"Almond Branch"
Artist Name: Anastasia Krivenko
Medium: Mixed Media, watercolor and soft pastel on cardboard
Size: 30x70 cm
Year Created: 2022
Price: €810
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George Mavros
Artist Name: George Mavros
Medium: Oil on Canvas
Size: 100x100 cm
Year Created: 2022
Price: €2000
Artist Name: George Mavros
Medium: Oil on Canvas
Size: 100x100 cm
Year Created: 2022
Price: €2000
Dimitris Meletis
Artist Name: Dimitris Meletis
Medium: Photography
Size: 40x72 cm
Year Created: 2020
Price: €290
Artist Name: Dimitris Meletis
Medium: Photography
Size: 40x50 cm
Year Created: 2020
Price: €230
Description: Journeying from the east and south, to the north and west, from the safe shelter to the open sea, sometimes looking for the next harbor, always looking for a place to call home..
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Edo
Edo is an up and coming artist in the Art World. He is focused on creating contemporary art pieces in multiple colours to enrich one's life. Past , Present and Future play an important part in his creations as he plays homage to the Old Masters. He tries to envisage and feel the future with great optimism . Hailing from the school of Vokaism, Edo has so far purposely only produced a very limited number of Art creations. Demand for his Art is growing slowly but surely and at times attracted high bids.
Everyday is different and brings out different moods , as I look at a blank canvas my thoughts come alive in colour and the blankness of the canvas disappears .With colour splashed an image starts to form which brings excitement and clarity . Layer after layer of paint and colour , the image unfolds and out comes My Creation. Parts of me have left me and became their own entity and I couldn't be happier.
"Medusa"
Artist Name: Edo
Medium: Mixed Media on Canvas
Size: 65x90 cm
Year Created: 2023
Price: €2000
Description: Medusa (Medusa represents female power and resilience, making it a popular choice for those who identify as feminists or want to celebrate the strength of women) and Zeus (Zeus is considered the ruler, protector, and father of all gods and humans)
Medusa offers a contemporary reinterpretation of the classical figure, blending a rich spectrum of colors to create a strikingly vivid and emotionally resonant piece. The artist has depicted Medusa not just with her iconic serpentine hair but with a humanized and somewhat sympathetic expression that challenges traditional representations of her as a monstrous figure.
"Zeus"
Artist Name: Edo
Medium: Mixed Media on Canvas
Size: 65x90 cm
Year Created: 2023
Price: €2000
Description: The artist's choice to portray Zeus with a direct gaze engages the viewer and adds a personal connection to the otherwise ethereal subject. This technique, combined with the strong features rendered in an almost expressionist style, brings a modern twist to the classic iconography typically associated with the god. Overall, the painting captures the essence of Zeus in a unique blend of color, form, and texture, leaving a lasting impression of both the character's mythology and the artist's personal interpretation.
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Maiya Petra
Self-taught artist. I have been drawing since childhood
Graduated from the magistracy of the National Technical University in
Kirovograd, the faculty of accounting.
"Love"
Artist Name: Maiya Petra
Medium: Acrylic on Canvas
Size: 60x70 cm
Year Created: 2024
Price: €1400
Description: In the Love painting, the red ball symbolizes both passion and emotional intensity, while the soft shell around it may represent protection and tenderness. The image has created associations between harmony and a unification of forces. These shall protect and transform this passion into something not only beautiful and also unique.
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Irina Rozhkova
Irina Rozhkova, a watercolor impressionist who discovered her passion for painting at the pivotal age of forty, embraces the unpredictable and fluid essence of watercolors, a medium notorious for its challenging nature. This late blooming artist embarked on a journey of exploration and learning, studying under various teachers, only to realize the beauty and humility in the uncontrollable aspects of the creative process. Irina finds her muse in the unparalleled artistry of nature itself—its vast skies, serene seas, majestic mountains, and awe-inspiring sunrises stir a profound sense of emotion within her, an essence she aspires to capture and convey through her artwork.
Drawing from the colors of the natural world, Irina employs a distinctive technique that involves mixing pigments directly on wet paper, allowing water to play its part in the unfolding story of each piece. This method not only highlights the unpredictable beauty of watercolor but also reflects the artist's belief in the serendipitous interactions between medium and creator. Much of her inspiration is drawn from the stunning landscapes of Cyprus, with its enchanting views offering an endless palette of hues and tones for her work.
Irina Rozhkova’s watercolor landscapes are not just visual representations of the natural world but an invitation to experience the fleeting, ephemeral moments of beauty that nature generously offers. Through her art, she hopes to evoke a symphony of feelings in the viewer, mirroring the profound impact that the natural world has on her. Irina's journey is a testament to the transformative power of art, reminding us that it is never too late to discover one’s passion and that in the dance with the uncontrollable, there lies the true beauty of creation.
"Aphrodite Rock"
Artist Name: Irina Rozhkova
Medium: Watercolor on Paper
Size: 39x29 cm
Year Created: 2023
Price: €460
"Stones of the Sea"
Artist Name: Irina Rozhkova
Medium: Watercolor on Paper
Size: 37x27 cm
Year Created: 2022
Price: €220
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Andrei Simanschi
I'm a contemporary painter with an academic background who's exploring the frontier where free abstract expression meets the laws of light and shape as we perceive them. I blend my own techniques with traditional methods, shaping up my version of abstract surrealism.
To me art art is about diving into the sheer beauty of abstract compositions. I'm intrigued by the captivating allure of abstract beauty – it's like a doorway into a state of deep contemplation.
Through my work, I aim to spark the artist present in every viewer. I see art as this amazing bridge that brings us all together in a shared appreciation for beauty.
"Solid Light I"
Artist Name: Andrei Simanschi
Medium: Oil on Canvas
Size: 100x100 cm
Year Created: 2024
Price: €1730
Description: This artwork marks the inception of the upcoming “Solid Light” series. Solid light, or hard light, is a concept theorized by physicists, representing light in a solidified state.
For me, beauty is as elusive as light itself, yet equally valuable and deserving of exploration. Here, the challenges faced by a quantum physicist and an artist can sound strikingly similar – can this ever-moving, elusive, and perplexing substance that envelops us be halted, captured, or tamed? I extend an invitation to the viewer to join me in enjoying the process of trying.
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Katja Tonja
Katja Tonja Croatian-born Cyprus-based artist. My preferred mediums are acrylic and mix media. I like experimenting with bright colours and multitude of materials, often changing genres and subjects to reflect different realities in my life and that of others.
I’ve participated in numerous exhibitions in Cyprus as well as EU, UK and Middle East. Many of my paintings are now in private collections and in institutions in Switzerland, Belgium, Dubai, UK, Croatia and if course Cyprus.
“VASE“
Artist Name: Katja Tonja
Medium: Acrylic / Mixed Media on Canvas
Size: 70x80 cm
Year Created: 2022
Price: € 435
Artist Name: Katja Tonja
Medium: Acrylic on Canvas
Size: 72x89 cm
Year Created: 2023
Price: €435
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ILona Za
During my life and studies in Belarus and Russia, I felt the pressure of dictatorship and after graduation, I started travelling and living in different countries of the world. Travelling and studying the history and traditions of various cultures have incredibly expanded my boundaries and perspectives towards art. In my artistic practice, I explore the issues of migration, self-identification and self-acceptance, and the harmonious coexistence of man and nature in a fast-paced cosmopolitan world.
Most of my canvases are graphically painted with acrylic in a graphic manner with clean lines and fills. Also, it’s important for me to save the traditions of past generations and use embroidery, mosaics, and handmade work. I like to combine techniques and knowledge from different fields. It helps me to find unexpected creative solutions for my ideas and develop as an artist with every new art piece.
“Bird Singing”
Artist Name: ILona Za
Medium: Acrylic, Silver leaf on Canvas
Size: 50x70 cm
Year Created: 2022
Price: €1200
Description:
My work is inspired by the incredible birdsong that I listen to when I paint in the studio. The color combination of the painting from the Papho’s magnificent sea sunsets.
Harmonious coexistence of human and nature became one of the main subjects in my art. Nature with its endless beauty is my biggest inspiration.
The history of civilizations shows that the rise or fall of a civilization is closely tied to the quality of the ecological environment. We shall protect ecosystems as preciously as we protect our eyes, and cherish them as dearly as we cherish our lives.
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Elham Razani
Beyond her artistry, Elham is a dedicated teacher, nurturing creativity and skill in students of all levels such as Drawing, Hyper-Realism Shading, Oil painting and abstract painting. Her studio is located in Paphos, Old Town, Ibrahim Khan.
Artist Name: Elham Razani
Medium: Mixed Media on Canvas
Size: 120x88 cm
Year Created: 2021
Price: €3300
Description: "Endless Strength" encapsulates the profound resilience of Persian culture amidst adversity, with a striking portrayal of women who refuse to be silenced. Despite facing societal, cultural, and spiritual oppression, women in Iran continue to stand tall, fighting tirelessly for their rights. Their unwavering strength is depicted in the painting's imagery, where even torn clothes symbolize the pressures they endure, yet their confidence remains unshaken.
Furthermore, the inclusion of a 3D-rendered nipple challenges societal norms and censorship, questioning the inequality that women face in comparison to men. By boldly depicting this symbol of female anatomy, the artist highlights the inherent strength and defiance of women, who refuse to be confined by arbitrary rules and restrictions.
In Iran, women continue to push boundaries and defy expectations, inspiring generations to come with their unwavering determination and unwavering resolve to fight for their rights and freedoms.
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"Harmony"
Artist Name: Elham Razani
Medium: Mixed Media on Canvas
Size: 91.5x122 cm
Year Created: 2020
Price: €2900
Description: In this captivating painting, I explore the intricate parallels between flowers and women, delving into their shared traits of beauty, sensitivity, and vulnerability. Like delicate blossoms, both are perceived through the lens of individual perception, where beauty is subjective and lies in the eye of the beholder. Yet, beneath their outward fragility lies a remarkable strength and resilience, akin to the unyielding power found within nature itself. Through vibrant strokes and subtle symbolism, I caution against underestimating or exploiting their essence, for within their grace lies a formidable force to be reckoned with.
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