Art Curator Paris Kapralos, invites artists who reside in Greece and Cyprus to submit their works for the exhibition “The Poetic of Art” on the occasion of World Poetry Day.

The physical exhibition will take place in a well-known art venue in the center of Athens in March 2024 and will also be accessible online with the support of ARTgrID. An exhibition catalog-book will be published, available for free to everyone in digital format.

Accepted Artworks: You can submit paintings, prints, photographs, digital prints, collages, mosaics, sculptures, video art, or any other form of visual art.

Conceptual Framework: The relationship between Poetry and the Visual Arts is often intertwined and fascinating. Poetry serves as a source of inspiration for visual artists, translating words and images into visual representations. Conversely, Poetics in Art refers to the art’s ability to evoke emotions, convey ideas, and provoke thoughts in a manner similar to poetry. Such expressions may include the use of symbolism, emphasis on aesthetics, or the creation of a strong atmosphere. The poetic approach to art is a form of expression where the artist focuses more on expression and personal symbolism than on the depiction of reality. In this context, art becomes a form of poetry, where each work represents a form of inner narration, opening a dialogue between the creator and the observer. The poetry of art is the art of storytelling through images and symbols, creating a dream or a thought on canvas or in stone. It is the translation of verbal poetry into visual narratives, touching the soul and stimulating the imagination, much like poetry dances between words.

What to Submit and How: You should send the following by email to artistsartgrid@gmail.com with the subject “POETRY“:
1. Photos of up to 2 available artworks, in separate high-resolution jpg files for each work. Please note that the artworks are not indicative, and if selected, you can exhibit exclusively the artwork(s) you submitted. Artwork on paper should be submitted without a frame/glass.
2. Details of the artworks, including the file name (e.g., A1.JPG), in the following format: Artist’s Full Name, Title of the artwork, Materials and technique, Dimensions (in centimeters, Height x Width if it is a hanging artwork, or Height x Width x Length if it is a sculpture), Year of completion.
3. The poem from which you drew inspiration for the artwork and the poet who composed it.
4. Your contact information: Full Name, Email, Phone Number, and the city/country where you reside.

If you wish to submit Video Art, you can either send common video files via WeTransfer along with an email containing the other details or provide a link (Vimeo, YouTube) to the full video.

Important Notes:
– Clarifications, questions, and inquiries solely regarding the submission process should be sent in writing via email to the provided submission address and will be answered within 24 hours.
– Information about the organization and the proposal will be provided only to the selected artists, after the selection process, not before.

The submission deadline is until Sunday, March 10, 2024, at 23:59 (Greek Time).