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A Dialogue Between Art, Fine Ceramics & Jewelry

A curated encounter between established American and Greek artists and designers, enriched by select international talents, creating an immersive dialogue where art, fashion, and form converge. Through this unique collaboration, we celebrate the intersection of cultures, where traditional craftsmanship meets contemporary vision, and where every piece tells a story of artistic fusion and cultural exchange led by American and Greek creativity

September 10- 30, 2025 | Peter Reginato's Loft, SoHo, New York City
Grand Opening September 10th, 5:30pm
60 Greene Street
Floor 5, Reginato
New York, NY 10012
September 11-30 Prinate viewings by appointments only: [email protected]
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What is A.R.T.

A.R.T. is the lifelong dream of Maria Kosmidou — a vision born from the deep belief that art has the power to unite, uplift, and transform. It is a living movement built on human connection, creative collaboration, and the courage to do things differently. A.R.T. is not about competition — it's about coming together to create something greater than the sum of its parts.

At its heart, A.R.T. brings together artists, designers, and purpose-driven brands from across the globe who share a common purpose: to build a future shaped by empathy, authenticity, and shared values. Every team member, every collaborator, and every sponsor is aligned in this mission — to support one another with generosity, to honor craft and heritage, and to co-create a platform where art becomes a bridge between cultures, disciplines, and souls.

Our Vision

To build an inclusive and conscious global platform where creatives from all backgrounds come together to support, collaborate, and elevate one another.

Art supports Art.

We imagine a world where sustainability, craftsmanship, and storytelling connect across continents — forming a new creative economy rooted in collaboration, heritage, and human connection.

Our Mission

To spark a global movement through curated exhibitions that blend visual arts, sustainable fashion, and cultural tradition — championing ethical practices, artistic exchange, and cross-cultural growth.

Art is our common language.

TARGET AUDIENCE

This event is thoughtfully curated for:

Collectors seeking meaningful, timeless works

Art lovers and patrons with a deep appreciation for authenticity, craftsmanship, and story

Individuals with a refined aesthetic sensibility who value sustainability, culture, and design

Global citizens and tastemakers looking for something rare, immersive, and new

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Artists & Designers

Discover our exceptional artists & designers and their remarkable contributions to the art & fashion world

🏺Atelier Earth & Fire

Artist

Ilias Christopoulos

Ilias Christopoulos was born in Kalamata in 1976. He studied ceramics under Hero-Myrto Maganari and Saimon Hill, as well as at the Ceramics School of the Municipality of Nicaea. He is a member of the Chamber of Fine Arts of Greece and the International Academy of Ceramics. He has won three awards and received three mentions at Pan-Hellenic Ceramic Exhibitions. Christopoulos has held three solo exhibitions of ceramics in Greece and has participated in 30 group exhibitions in Greece and 14 abroad, including in France, Italy, Spain, Austria, Slovenia, Hungary, Denmark, and Japan. His works are part of private collections, including those in the Municipality of Maroussi, the Anetopoulos Museum (Volos), and ceramic museums in Slovenia, Hungary, and Japan. He has collaborated with the workshops of DEPA Patras, Kalamata, Ioannina, and Kyparissia, as well as with the Athens Concert Hall in the George Pompidou Center's training program, the Pedagogical Department of the University of Patras, and the Artistic Centre of Kalamata. He also collaborates with the Alkioni Association in Nafpaktos. Christopoulos is the founder of the Group of Ceramists Traces and holds ceramic workshops in Kalamata and Patras, where he lives and creates.

Artist

Haroula Koropouli

Haroula Koropouli is a ceramic artist and a close collaborator of Ilias Christopoulos. She is the founder of the Patras association of ceramicists, Kerameon Ihni ("Ceramic Traces"). In partnership with Christopoulos, she has participated in numerous symposia and group exhibitions of contemporary ceramic art, notably at the archaeological museums of Delphi, Patras, and Messenia. She has participated in the 49th, 50th, 52nd, and 59th Panhellenic Exhibition of Art Ceramics (winning First Prize in the 52nd and receiving a Praise in the 59th), the Exhibition of Contemporary Ceramics (Athens, 2012), the Group Ceramists Traces exhibition (Patras, 2012), and the 8th International Biennale of Ceramics (Kapfenberg, Austria). Additionally, she has been part of the Group Exhibition of Ceramics "Ceramists Traces, the Beginning" (Archaeological Museum of Patras, 2014), the Group Exhibition within the Symposium of Byzantine Ceramics, and the Group Exhibition at the Exodus Gallery (Athens). She also participated in the Latvia International Ceramics Biennale (2016), the Group Exhibition "Duality" (Kardamyli and Archaeological Museum of Patras), the International Group Exhibition "Delphi" (Archaeological Museum of Delphi, 2017), the "Micrografies" Exhibition (Palea Kardamyli, 2018), the 14th International Exhibition of Ceramics (Manises, Spain, 2019), the 6th Exhibition of Ceramics (Archaeological Museum of Olympia, 2021), and the Group Exhibition "Melana" (Athens, 2021). Since 2013, she has held a ceramics workshop in Patras and is a member of the Group Ceramists Traces.

Email: [email protected]

Instagram: @haroulakoropouli

Artist

Stratos Zargklis

Stratos Zargklis studied Mathematics at the University of Crete, but from an early age, he was drawn to painting. His restless spirit eventually led him to the world of ceramics. After training and becoming involved in glaze technology, his passion for chemistry found an artistic outlet through the creation of his own custom glazes, which have since become a signature element of his ceramic work. His pieces are distinguished by vivid colors that often appear otherworldly. However, his deep connection to nature and humanity frequently inspires him to work with earthy materials. In these creations, the glazes he uses give his ceramics the appearance and texture of stone, metal, or lava.

Email: [email protected]

Instagram: @apokope_

🎨 Beyond the canvas

Artist

Ermina Avramidou

Ermina Avramidou is a visual artist living and working between London and Thessaloniki. Her work bridges painting and sculpture, as she creates three-dimensional wall sculptures using industrial materials, vibrant colors, and tactile surfaces that challenge perception. Deception, transformation, and sensory illusion lie at the core of her practice.
She gained international recognition when she was selected from thousands of entries to exhibit at the prestigious Royal Academy of Arts Summer Exhibition in London (2015 & 2019). Since then, her work has been showcased in numerous solo and group exhibitions across Europe and internationally. Most recently, she participated in the acclaimed "The Future is Female" exhibition at the Garrison Chapel in London (2024), exploring themes of female power and presence in contemporary art.
Avramidou's sculptures evoke theatricality, movement, and tension, combining glossy automotive finishes with hand-sculpted forms. Her art invites the viewer into a visual dialogue between softness and rigidity, light and shadow, form and illusion.

Artist

Dennis Beach

Dennis Beach began his studies as an engineer, a skill that allows him to transform wood—his material of choice—into the sinuous and complex shapes that are his hallmark. Keenly observing nature, Beach enjoys abstracting and synthesizing its shapes, colors, and repetitions into works that are "both visually exciting and contemplative." Beach attended Montgomery College and the Maryland Institute College of Art in Baltimore, and he received his MFA from the University of Delaware. Early on, he was influenced by minimalist contemporary artists like Ellsworth Kelly, Anne Truitt, and Richard Serra. He still believes that "it is important to see what other artists are doing," whether they are working in proximity to his practice or very differently. Thus, in addition to keeping up with fellow artists in Delaware and Philadelphia, the Wilmington resident frequently travels to New York. The sculptor has held 15 solo exhibitions and participated in 27 group shows, with his work featured in the collections of institutions like Comcast (Philadelphia) and the Delaware Art Museum. However, Beach continues to seek new artistic avenues. A welcome challenge for him is discovering ways to fabricate and engineer his complex pieces. Recently, he has been using Adobe Illustrator coupled with a CNC router (computer-controlled) to construct his works more efficiently.

Email: [email protected]

Instagram: @dennisbeach

Artist

Marina Vernicos

Marina Vernicos was born in Athens. She studied communications and photography at Emerson College in Boston, USA, and business administration at the Harvard Extension School in Cambridge. She has exhibited her work in numerous solo and group exhibitions in Athens, London, Paris, Monaco, Florence, Qatar, and New York. Her work has also been showcased in exhibitions at the Museum of Cycladic Art in Athens, the Louvre Museum in Paris, and the Hangaram Art Museum in Seoul. Her work has earned several accolades, including the Sandro Botticelli Prize in Italy and recognition at the La Grande Exposition Universelle in France. She was nominated Photographer of the Year 2018 by National Geographic and awarded first prize at the Global Art Awards in Dubai. She also received the "Sandro Botticelli" prize at Palazzo Giucciardi Bongianni in Florence and the "La Grande Exposition Universelle" prize at the Eiffel Tower in Paris. Vernicos has collaborated on photo projects with companies such as Mercedes, Perrier, Napapijri, Folli Follie, Sani Resort, and has been selected as an ambassador for Hermès, La Prairie, and Omega. Her work can also be seen in distinguished hotels like Amanzoe and Nikki Beach Resort & Spa in Greece and Turkey. She has published six books. A photo from her second book Antartica won a National Geographic Award in the NATURE category in 2009. Vernicos is also the founder and President of CREAID, a non-profit organization with a humanitarian mandate served through creativity and art.

Artist

Peter Reginato

Peter Reginato is a celebrated American sculptor and painter, renowned for his vibrant and dynamic works that often merge elements of abstraction with a sense of playful energy. His sculptures and paintings are characterized by bold forms, vivid colors, and a sense of movement. Reginato's work can be found in prominent collections such as the Metropolitan Museum of Art (The MET) in New York City, where two of his permanent sculptures are displayed, as well as the Mint Museum of Art in Charlotte, the Museum of Fine Arts in Boston, the Museum of Fine Arts in Houston, The Hirshhorn Museum and Sculpture Garden, and the Smithsonian Institution in Washington, D.C. Reginato has received numerous prestigious awards throughout his career, including a Guggenheim Fellowship, as well as grants from the Pollock-Krasner Foundation and the National Endowment for the Arts. His contributions to the arts have been recognized internationally, with his work featured in exhibitions across the United States and abroad. Known for his innovative use of materials, Reginato continues to push the boundaries of contemporary sculpture. In addition to his public and private collections, Reginato's influence extends to the art world through his collaborations with various galleries and museums, contributing to the ongoing conversation around modern sculpture.

💎 Gems & Forms

Artist

Aelia Selection

Aelia Selection. Fotini Kostouli is the owner and the designer of the Aelia Selection jewelry brand. She began discovering the jewelry world and the magic of working with various materials and techniques 20 years ago. On 2014, she founded the brand Aelia Selection, creating series of jewelry, utilizing art elements and providing an expression of glamor. Each individual piece offers a unique combination of colors and textures, articulating people's individuality. Fotini divides her collections in themes, providing a cohesive flow. Her concepts apart from being displayed in numerous concept stores, have also been displayed in galleries, museums & fashion shows, all over Greece as well as in Paris, London, Budapest, Sofia, Bucharest & New York. Her vision is to motivate women to dare showing their unique personality, onto their everyday outfit, utilising art to express them­selves.

Artist

CHRELE

Elena Kontorousi and Christianna Proestou founded CHRELE ATHENA—a name synonymous with luxury, discretion, and unparalleled elegance. Their passion for handcrafted designs, along with their pursuit of simplicity and natural beauty, guides every creation, offering a unique experience to those who wish to express their personality through authentic elegance and style. Their goal is to craft timeless pieces that stand the test of time, reflecting values of sustainability, high quality, and meticulous attention to detail. They blend traditional craftsmanship with modern aesthetics, focusing on superior materials and precision in finishing. Through their collections, they aim to touch the hearts of those seeking authenticity and personal expression through their accessories.

Artist

Fetolia

Fetolia is a luxury silk scarf brand where art, heritage, and craftsmanship converge to create timeless, wearable masterpieces. Designed in Greece and crafted with precision between Greek and Italian ateliers each scarf is made from 100% pure silk and tells a story rooted in mythology, architecture, and modern artistic expression. With collections that range from bold, fashion-forward designs to minimalist elegance, Fetolia offers versatile pieces that can be styled in countless ways—worn, gifted, or collected. More than an accessory, each scarf is an heirloom that reflects individuality, sophistication, and cultural depth. Committed to sustainability and ethical production, Fetolia invites art lovers, fashion connoisseurs, and conscious consumers to embrace a lifestyle of refined expression and responsible luxury.

Email: [email protected]

Instagram: @fetolia

Artist

Dora Haralambaki

Dora Haralambaki is a Greek artist and jewelry designer known for her sculptural, handcrafted pieces that blend fine art with wearable design. Inspired by painting and art history, she creates bold, colorful collections using materials like porcelain and bronze.

Artist

MBARQGO

MBARQGO is pronounced "em-bahr-goh." An embargo can be defined as a restraint, a hindrance, or a prohibition of goods from one place to another. Life sometimes presents us with 'embargoes' in our paths. However, as resilient individuals, we owe it to ourselves to strap up and navigate these obstacles by any means necessary. The concept behind MBARQGO is centered on the free movement of individuals and their belongings. We must "Mbarq" on our own journeys and "Go" forth to obtain what we seek. MBARQGO's handcrafted pieces are made in limited runs from the finest and most luxurious materials available. Designed to appeal to those with a refined sense of style, these pieces also ensure durability that will last. The products are crafted to help you break through the barriers and bottlenecks of life, whether you're heading around the block or around the world. MBARQGO has collaborated with brands such as TOMS*, LAND ROVER*, AUDI*, PORSCHE*, MERCEDES-BENZ*, and GAYLORD HOTELS*.

Artist

VANILE ON THE ROCK by Vanessa Geroulanos

Vanessa Geroulanos is the creative mind behind Vanile on the Rock (V0R), a jewelry collection that combines luxury, sculpture, and inspiration. The collection features a diverse range of designs suitable for the modern, chic woman, adding sophistication and confidence to her wardrobe throughout the day. Drawing inspiration from organic forms, Vanessa transforms them into captivating wearable art through her creative vision. She utilizes a variety of metal finishes to create a unique and mesmerizing jewelry experience. Vanessa holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in Apparel and Textile Design from the prestigious Rhode Island School of Design (RISD) and an Advanced Fashion Degree from Central Saint Martins. She has had a successful career as Head Designer for various fashion houses in New York and Athens, while also teaching Textile Surface Design at the University of Athens. After two decades in the apparel industry, Vanessa decided to pursue her passion for designing jewelry and lifestyle products. Her artistic style is defined by abstract modernism, and her love for travel continually inspires her work. Vanessa believes in the philosophy of "Simplicity plus Subtlety equals Perfection!" and strives to live by it while constantly seeking fresh sources of inspiration.

Special Guests

Antonis Tsakiris

Antonis Tsakiris was born in Athens in 1970. He graduated from the German School of Applied Graphic Arts and Design-Athens branch (Gebrauchgraphik der Akademie fuer das Graphische Gewerbe in Muenchen, Athen) under Professor Fritz Ludtke. Tsakiris is an established painter, focused in figurative art. He creates a personal universe where imaginary figures are haunting his personal myth. The enigmatic character of his works reveals his ongoing desire to surpass reality and meet with everything that is dreamlike and surreal. Some of his works are included in private collections in Greece and abroad (Dakis Joannou Collection, National Bank of Greece Art Collection, Imago Mundi (Luciano Benetton Collection), Frissiras Museum Collection, Anthony & Azia Hadjioannou Collection, Giorgos Vogiatzoglou Collection etc.).

Instagram: @Antonis_tsakiris

Ahmed Yacoubi

Ahmed Yacoubi (1928–1985) was a Moroccan painter, storyteller, and poet known for his richly layered, metaphysical oil paintings. Discovered by Paul and Jane Bowles, he exhibited internationally and was supported by Peggy Guggenheim. His surreal, symbolic works, influenced by his friendship with Francis Bacon, explore inner psychological and cosmic themes.

Instagram: @yacoubi187

Achilles Lavidis

Achilles Lavidis is a Greek-Australian artist, architect, actor, director, and illustrator whose work spans theatre, film, and visual arts. Born in Egypt and raised in Sydney, he studied architecture, acting, and film before embarking on a 30-year creative journey between Australia and New York. His art—rooted in instinct, form, and color—explores themes of belonging and the human spirit.

Instagram: @achilleslavidis

Anna Samara

Anna Samara is a Greek visual artist based in New York City. She holds an MFA from Parsons School of Design and an Integrated Master's from the Athens School of Fine Arts. Her work combines scientific tools like thermal imaging with traditional media to explore themes of representation and visibility in today's surveillance culture.

Instagram: @annasamarasi

Artemis Kotioni

Artemis Kotioni (b. 1995, Athens) is a Greek visual artist based in New York and Athens. Her work bridges abstraction and representation, employing a geometric visual language to explore themes such as geological matter, outer space, and archaeological ruins. Utilizing oil paint, she layers transparency to create depth while referencing the two-dimensionality of the painting surface.

Instagram: @artemiskotioni

Bill Hayward

Bill Hayward is an acclaimed American photographer, filmmaker, painter, and author celebrated for pushing the boundaries of visual storytelling. Renowned for his groundbreaking Collaborative-Self series, he transforms portraiture into a powerful act of artistic collaboration, inviting subjects to participate in the creation of their own image. His books, including Bad Behavior and Chasing Dragons, along with his experimental films, blend photography, performance, and movement to reveal the raw complexity of human expression.

Instagram: @billhaywardnyc

Black Borden

Black Borden is a visionary American artist whose work challenges conventions through bold visual language and raw emotional intensity. Merging street culture influences with fine art sensibilities, Borden creates powerful narratives that reflect themes of identity, resilience, and social commentary. His pieces are layered with symbolism and texture, offering a visceral experience that resonates deeply with contemporary audiences.

Instagram: @black_borders

Brenda Zlamany

Brenda Zlamany is a Brooklyn-based painter and portraitist recognized for merging classical technique with a contemporary, socially conscious approach. Her acclaimed series, including The Itinerant Portraitist and 100/100, combine intimate watercolor portraits with film to highlight overlooked communities and bring visibility to diverse human stories. A Fulbright and Pollock‑Krasner Fellow, she has completed major public commissions for institutions such as Yale University and the World Bank.

Instagram: @brenda_zlamany

Brian Block

Brian Block is a multidisciplinary American artist whose work blends organic forms with architectural precision, creating pieces that evoke both structure and spontaneity. With a background in design and a passion for material exploration, Brian's art often investigates the tension between nature and the built environment. His distinctive aesthetic invites viewers to pause, reflect, and engage with the subtle harmonies and contrasts that define the modern world.

Instagram: @brian_block_studio

Anna Samara

Anna Samara is a Greek visual artist based in New York City. She holds an MFA from Parsons School of Design and an Integrated Master's from the Athens School of Fine Arts. Her work combines scientific tools like thermal imaging with traditional media to explore themes of representation and visibility in today's surveillance culture.

Instagram: @annasamarasi

Artemis Kotioni

Artemis Kotioni (b. 1995, Athens) is a Greek visual artist based in New York and Athens. Her work bridges abstraction and representation, employing a geometric visual language to explore themes such as geological matter, outer space, and archaeological ruins. Utilizing oil paint, she layers transparency to create depth while referencing the two-dimensionality of the painting surface.

Instagram: @artemiskotioni

Bill Hayward

Bill Hayward is an acclaimed American photographer, filmmaker, painter, and author celebrated for pushing the boundaries of visual storytelling. Renowned for his groundbreaking Collaborative-Self series, he transforms portraiture into a powerful act of artistic collaboration, inviting subjects to participate in the creation of their own image. His books, including Bad Behavior and Chasing Dragons, along with his experimental films, blend photography, performance, and movement to reveal the raw complexity of human expression.

Instagram: @billhaywardnyc

Brenda Zlamany

Brenda Zlamany is a Brooklyn-based painter and portraitist recognized for merging classical technique with a contemporary, socially conscious approach. Her acclaimed series, including The Itinerant Portraitist and 100/100, combine intimate watercolor portraits with film to highlight overlooked communities and bring visibility to diverse human stories. A Fulbright and Pollock‑Krasner Fellow, she has completed major public commissions for institutions such as Yale University and the World Bank.

Instagram: @brenda_zlamany

Carmen La Griega

Carmen La Griega (born 1971, Madrid) is a multidisciplinary Spanish artist known for her emotionally charged paintings, performances, and pedagogical projects. Her work often explores themes of identity, memory, and transformation. In 2019, she initiated El Taller de la Alegría, a project that uses art to support individuals affected by Alzheimer's disease.

Instagram: @carmen_la_griega

Eleni Paridi

Eleni Paridi is a Greek artist known for her stunning photography of clear quartz crystals, transforming them into luminous, abstract images. Combining her background in psychology and holistic practices, her work invites viewers to explore the unseen and meditate on the natural world. She has exhibited internationally, including notable shows in New York and Athens.

Instagram: @eleniparidi

Eric Fuschi

Eric Fuschi is a contemporary artist whose work explores themes of identity, memory, and transformation through a diverse range of media, including painting, sculpture, and installation. His art often delves into the human experience, reflecting on personal and collective histories.

Instagram: @ericfuschi

F‑Twins

Anna and Valeriia Lyshchenko, known as F‑Twins, are Ukrainian-born, U.S.-based artists and founders of the art movement Primarealism. Working across painting, collage, performance, and film, they explore the intersection of emotion, philosophy, and perception. Their Manifesto of Primarealism invites viewers to experience hidden layers of reality.

Instagram: @f_twins_artist

Hans Weigand

Hans Weigand (born 1954 in Austria) is a Vienna-based multidisciplinary artist known for fusing traditional techniques like woodcut and watercolor with digital media, pop culture, and punk-inspired imagery. His apocalyptic, surreal works explore freedom, failure, and society's extremes, often incorporating painting, print, video, and music.

Instagram: @hans.weigand

Irina Movmyga

Irina Movmyga (b. 1969, Russia) is a New York–based jewelry designer known for her sculptural, handcrafted accessories made from polymer clay. Her brand, IR Wear, blends organic and architectural forms inspired by her fine arts background and Russian heritage.

Instagram: @irina.movmyga

Irini Karayannopoulou

Irini Karayannopoulou is a Greek visual artist whose multifaceted practice spans painting, collage, and multimedia installations. Her work often reinterprets imagery from pop culture, advertising, and classical art, creating layered compositions that challenge perceptions of identity, beauty, and mass media. With a distinctive aesthetic that blends humor, critique, and nostalgia, Irini invites viewers into a world where the familiar becomes uncanny and the past collides with the present.

Jeff and Alina Bliumis

Jeff and Alina Bliumis are New York–based collaborative artists whose work explores community, migration, and cultural identity. Known for their ongoing project A Painting for a Family Dinner, they transform social encounters into participatory art, blending private and public life. Their work has been exhibited internationally, including at the Bronx Museum, the Jewish Museum, and the Victoria & Albert Museum.

Instagram: @jeffbliumis

Instagram: @alinabliumis

Kleitia Kokalari

Kleitia Kokalari is a Greek visual artist and decorator based in Athens. After earning a diploma in fashion design from the Veloudakis School and studying sculpture and painting at the Athens School of Fine Arts, she transitioned from a decade-long career in visual merchandising into fine arts. Her creative journey spans oil paintings—often featured by The Opening Gallery on Artsy such as Dark Blues (2022), Mirror, Release (2023), Sea and Land (2022), Christmas (2023), Wine Dark Sea (2023), Exodus (2023), and Uncanny (2022)—that explore evocative themes through textured, abstracted landscapes and forms. Her art invites reflection on emotional depths and spatial perception, marrying her background in fashion and visual display with a painterly sensitivity to form and color.

Instagram: @kleitia_kokalari

Marita Pappa

Marita Pappa (b. 1988, Greece) is an interdisciplinary artist whose work spans sculpture, text, sound, and photography. Her practice explores themes of the body, time, and public space, often through site-specific installations and urban interventions. In 2024, she received a Fulbright Artist Grant and is currently hosted at The New School in New York.

Instagram: @marita_pappa

Margarita Myrogianni

Margarita Myrogianni is a Greek visual artist known for her evocative still-life photography, sculptural objects, and jewelry. Her work blends mythology, everyday materials, and architectural elements to create poetic, psychologically charged compositions. With a background in fine arts and design, she explores themes of memory, transformation, and narrative through refined, minimal forms.

Instagram: @margaritamyrogiani

Matthias van Arkel

Matthias van Arkel (born 1967) is a Swedish artist renowned for transforming traditional painting into a dynamic sculptural form. Using platinum-cure silicone rubber as his primary medium, he creates bold, three-dimensional abstractions that capture the fluidity and energy of brushstrokes in tangible, tactile shapes. His innovative work challenges conventional boundaries between painting and sculpture, inviting viewers to experience color and gesture as physical presence.

Instagram: @matthias_vanarkel

Max Blagg

Max Blagg is a British-born poet, writer, and performer who has been an influential figure in New York City's downtown literary and art scenes since 1971. His work encompasses poetry, visual art, and performance, often blurring the lines between these mediums. His performances have taken place at renowned venues like the Guggenheim Museum.

Instagram: @maxblagg

Mia Enell

Mia Enell (born 1967 in Gothenburg, Sweden) is a New York–based interdisciplinary artist whose work fuses painting, drawing, and text to explore the subconscious with both humor and psychological depth. Known for her surreal, dreamlike imagery and haiku-like phrases, she creates intimate visual narratives that invite reflection on the human experience.

Instagram: @miaenellart

Peggy Kliafa

Peggy Kliafa (b. 1967, Greece) is a multimedia artist based in Athens, known for exploring themes of illness and healing through painting, sculpture, installation, and digital art. Her notable series like Bacteria and Armory use unconventional materials to reflect on the body's fragility.

Instagram: @peggy_kliafa_

Regina Scully

Regina Scully is a New Orleans–based painter known for abstract landscapes that blend organic forms with intricate calligraphic lines. She holds a BFA from Rhode Island School of Design and an MFA from the University of New Orleans. Her work is featured in collections like the New Orleans Museum of Art and earned her the 2017 Louis Comfort Tiffany Foundation Grant.

Instagram: @regina.scully

Victoria Bartlett

Victoria Bartlett is a British-born artist, designer, and stylist whose work bridges fashion and contemporary art. Known for founding VPL, she blends architectural form with wearable sculpture, pushing boundaries between lingerie, sportswear, and art.

Venia Bechraki

Venia Bechraki is a contemporary Greek artist whose work explores the intersection of symbolism, mythology, and modern identity. Known for her evocative compositions and refined use of color and form, Venia draws inspiration from ancient narratives and reinterprets them through a deeply personal, often abstract lens. Her art reflects a profound connection to cultural memory while offering a fresh, introspective perspective on the human experience.

Instagram: @venia_bechraki

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The Team

Maria Kosmidou

Producer: Visionary, Connector, Trailblazer

Maria Kosmidou is a visionary leader, creative strategist, and cultural entrepreneur who stands at the intersection of art, fashion, and cross-cultural innovation. As the Founder and CEO of both A.R.T. (Art. Revolution. Trends.) and Maria Kosmidou LLC, she is internationally recognized for building ecosystems that empower artists, designers, and forward-thinking brands.
Known for transforming creative potential into powerful collaborations, Maria builds bridges where others see boundaries — turning bold ideas into global movements. Through her work, she champions a new model of cultural commerce rooted in sustainability, craftsmanship, ethical production, and meaningful storytelling.
At Maria Kosmidou LLC, she represents over 25 sustainable contemporary European and American designers, introducing their collections to discerning buyers across the United States. Her curatorial approach has earned her a reputation for taste, integrity, and strategic insight—securing placements in high-end boutiques, luxury resorts, and department stores.
Through A.R.T., Maria elevates socially conscious artistry by producing and promoting impactful exhibitions, artist-led initiatives, and cross-cultural partnerships that highlight critical global themes such as climate change, identity, and cultural preservation.
Her influence extends far beyond traditional industry lines. With a rare combination of creative vision and business acumen, Maria Kosmidou is redefining how art and design can shape a more connected, conscious, and inspired world.

Sozita Goudouna

Curator, Scholar, and Cultural Innovator

Dr. Sozita Goudouna is a NYC based professor and curator. In 2022 she was the winner of the British Council Culture and Creativity UK Study Award. She has had a distinguished 20-year career in the cultural sector and academia, serving in many executive roles at institutions in the public and private sector, principally in Europe, UK and New York, prior to becoming the founding director of "Greece in USA" and the Opening Gallery as a non profit cultural venue in Tribeca in New York. Over the course of her career, she joined Raymond Pettibon Studio in (2019 - 2022) as director, working closely with David Zwirner (NYC), Regen Projects (LA), and Sadie Coles (UK) and to curate a production for Performa Biennial at the New Museum. Her internationally exhibited projects include solo exhibitions by Arthur Jafa, FOR FREEDOMS, Sir John Akomfrah, Jake Chapman, Martin Creed, Lynda Benglis, Andres Serrano, Santiago Sierra, ORLAN, Karen Finley and Marina Abramovic and participations at Documenta 14, Onassis Foundation New York, French Consulate NYC, EMST Contemporary Art Museum, MET Metropolitan Museum of Art, Greek Festival of Athens and Epidaurus and Eleusis Cultural Capital of Europe. She has managed European Programs including the Creative Europe Program. She is the author of "Beckett's Breath: Anti-theatricality and the Visual Arts" published by Edinburgh Critical Studies in Modernism released in the US by Oxford University Press. According to William Hutchings' review, Goudouna’s book is surely the most ever said about the least in the entire history of literary criticism. She holds a PhD in the Visual and Performing arts (University of London), and an MA in directing (King’s College /RADA: Royal Academy of Dramatic Art). She is visiting professor at Goldsmiths where she teaches the MA on Breath Studies: Breath in the Performing and Visual Arts. In 2015 she was selected by RoseLee Goldberg as the inaugural Andrew W. Mellon Curator at Performa Biennial and post-doctoral fellow at NYU. She also taught at CUNY as adjunct professor, the New School, SUNY, Roger Williams, University of the Peloponnese, Pace, Royal College of Art and NYU. She serves as member at Onassis Scholars’ Association and served as treasurer of the board of directors of AICA Hellas International Art Critics Association and as a member of the board of directors at ITI International Theatre Association UNESCO. Fluent in English, Greek and French.

SEBASTIAN ADAMO

Experienced Production and Lighting Designer with over 20 years in the entertainment industry with an extensive background across multiple mediums and cultures. I developed a solid foundation for Design through my work in the theater, music and dance community through opportunities for the New York Philharmonic, Caramoor Center for the Arts, La mama Experimental Theater Company, and The Martha Graham Dance Company. As a Designer for live applications, I have been responsible for the design and execution of high-end projects across the NYC luxury event markets. I have worked on dozens of events for Chanel, Tiffany & CO, Gucci, H&M, Cadillac, Ralph Lauren, and the New York Fashion Week market. For television and studio production environments, I have had the opportunity to serve on productions for Coach, Fendi x Savage Amazon Special, The Daily Show with Jon Stewart, and CBS Studios. I have served the architecture community with projects such as the Renovation 14th floor of the Corporate Headquarters of Louis Vuitton of Americas and the Nike 45 Grand Street Event Space. My major focus and drive is to continuously refine my abilities to create immersive and impactful experiences and spaces that add to the projects I work on with meticulous standards and creative expectations that challenge the evolving landscape of lighting and creativity.

Maria Bartzoka

Maria Bartzoka is the founder & owner of Maria Bartzoka, Co-Founder & Partner at Endion, Clo3 Designer at 3Dart Studio, and Co- Leader of the Lean In Circle Business Networking Accelerator. Maria is an accomplished entrepreneur and creative leader with a strong background in fashion design, professional attire, and cutting-edge 3D technologies. As Co-Founder and Partner at Endion, Maria has redefined the standards of professional clothing by blending traditional craftsmanship with contemporary innovation—particularly through the use of advanced 3D design. Her mission is to create stylish, functional, and high-quality apparel that meets the evolving needs of today's professionals.Beyond her work with Endion, Maria is actively engaged in the development of 3D apparel for various brands. Leveraging her expertise in Clo3D, she designs visually striking and meticulously constructed garments that embody a seamless fusion of technology and timeless fashion.A passionate mentor and educator, Maria shares her deep knowledge of Clo3D through workshops and educational sessions, empowering aspiring designers to explore the future of digital fashion with confidence and creativity. Maria holds: an MSc in Information Systems Management from Brunel University London, an MBA from the Hellenic Open University, and a BA in Business Administration from the Athens University of Applied Sciences. Her technical expertise includes Clo3D, Adobe Photoshop, and Illustrator, along with skills in scenario testing, test data management, and quality assurance procedures.

Stefanos Sfaellos

A highly skilled and innovative Informatics Engineer with a strong background in programming and system architecture.

With extensive experience in designing, developing, and optimizing complex software solutions, Stefanos brings a deep understanding of modern technologies and best practices.

Known for a sharp problem-solving mindset and a passion for clean, efficient code, he excels at troubleshooting issues and enhancing system performance to deliver reliable and scalable solutions.

Event Highlights

Event Duration

Up to 20 days in the SoHo gallery, plus 30-day online exposure through social platforms and e-commerce.

Strategic Vision

  • Spring 2026: Showcase in Greece
  • September 2026: Return to NYC with global impact