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2025 annual exhibition

As the academic year comes to a close, Aigaia School of Art and Design presents its annual group exhibition, featuring work by students across all levels of study. The exhibition brings together diverse artistic responses to everyday life, social observation, and the ongoing need for personal expression. It offers a shared visual journey that begins with individual viewpoints and evolves into a broader collective experience. Through themes such as identity, introspection, and the search for connection, the exhibition invites visitors to pause, reflect, and engage.

The works on display are the result of a year dedicated to fostering independent and authentic artistic voices. Through a wide range of media — painting, ceramics, mixed media, installation, fashion and textile design, and digital art — students communicate ideas, emotions, and narratives with intention and clarity.

In a world shaped by rapid change and social complexity, young artists are called to position themselves both critically and creatively. They respond with imagination, thoughtfulness, and sensitivity, drawing on personal experiences and the broader context of contemporary life. Each piece stands as an open invitation — a prompt to reconsider and reimagine the world around us.

Material, colour, and form become vessels for meaning and feeling. Sometimes bold and direct, at other times quiet and subtle, the artworks navigate the space between inner reflection and external reality. Collectively, they express a generation’s desire to explore, question, and communicate with honesty and depth.

The exhibition will open on Saturday 21 June 2025 at 20:00, at Aigaia School of Art and Design, 81 Agion Omologiton, and will remain open until 27 June 2025 (Monday to Saturday), during the school’s regular opening hours.

OPEN DAYS will be held during the exhibition, enabling visitors to be thoroughly informed about all the programs on offer and to take guided tours of the exhibition and school premises.

 

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This project looks at how everyday actions and feelings are viewed through a lens that objectifies women. Under this perspective, nothing remains neutral—everything is filtered through what society has been taught to see.
 – 3rd year student

Capturing the fleeting — balloon shapes — and giving them new life through the lasting weight of clay. – 2nd year student

Using colour as a tool for emotional expression, this work explores colour theory and chromotherapy—how colours carry meaning, affect mood, and support emotional well-being. – 3rd year student

Combining both physical and digital media in an attempt to convey globalised thoughts of empathy and place in the world, using my body and identity as a physical manifestation (/perspective). – 3rd year student

exhibition of children’s art 2025

Aigaia School of Art and Design invites you to the Annual Exhibition of its Young Artists, which takes place between the 6th and 29th April 2025.

Wander in between colours, brushstrokes, sculptures, ceramics, paintings, photographs, characters, objects, stories. All our children groups had the opportunity to work in our specialised studios and workshops in rotation, resulting in their experiencing a range of the Art, Design and media pathways. The exhibition reflects their spherical visual understanding, which they have ultimately developed. Our young artists demonstrated their creativity in a truthful and unspoiled manner, something essential in finding solutions for today’s challenges.

Our purpose is always to highlight the importance of the cultural cultivation that unfolds when growing up with the arts as part of everyday life, as well as the appreciation cultivated of the visual arts, as an element of culture. Via the various activities we challenge the children’s awareness, pushing them to spontaneously imprint their surroundings. To express their inner world, to record experiences, moments and encounters, to develop critical thinking, to propose solutions.

During the exhibition, guided tours and activities will be offered will be offered for children in primary education, which can be attended by school classes with their teachers as well as families.

The educational nature of the exhibition, gives educators and families the opportunity to visit with various age groups and ‘discover’ themes, ideas and meanings, offering an exciting educational experience to children.

Opening Event: Sunday 06th April 2025 @5:00pm
Duration: 06 – 29.4.25
Visiting hours: Monday – Saturday (during our working hours)

Group Appointments: +357 22 445757

CHRISTMAS MAKE & GIFT WORKSHOPS

Get into the holiday spirit and experience the joy of gift-making by joining our creative workshops!

Create a fabric ornament
Print your own card
Paint your own mug
Make a mini artwork on canvas

Saturday, December 7, 2024, 3:30 – 5:30 PM
Saturday, December 21, 2024, 3:30 – 5:30 PM
€35 (all materials included)

Come explore the art of making unique, handmade gifts that your loved ones will cherish. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced creator, this is your chance to learn new techniques, craft something personal, and enjoy the festive atmosphere through creativity.

Reserve your spot today, by filling in the registration form!

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Play by Jean-Paul Sartre

6.10.23 + 13.10.23 @20:00

English speaking theatre play by Aigaia adult drama group
Αγγλόφωνη θεατρική παράσταση από την ομάδα ενηλίκων του θεάτρου Αιγαία

 

Two women and a man in a room. A door and a window but no exit. In this existential masterpiece, Sartre imagines three people in hell, three damned souls trapped in the same room for eternity. They are at each other’s mercy with no hope of an end since they are already dead, tormenting each other with their life lies. In this philosophical one-act play, the author explores several themes like isolation, freedom and confinement, power, courage, suffering and existence. Today, we can relate to many of the central themes and questions of this play through the experience of having been in lockdown because of the Covid-19 pandemic. Whether lockdown or quarantine, we were forced to be in a room we couldn’t leave. Who among us didn’t lose track of time at some point during that period? There are many parallels to the characters in the play, not the least of which is the effort to exercise “social distance” – Sartre’s phrase “Hell is – other people!” from the play resonates.


Δύο γυναίκες και ένας άντρας σε ένα δωμάτιο. Μια πόρτα και ένα παράθυρο, αλλά όχι έξοδος. Σε αυτό το υπαρξιακό αριστούργημα, ο Σαρτρ φαντάζεται τρεις ανθρώπους στην κόλαση, τρεις καταραμένες ψυχές παγιδευμένες για πάντα στο ίδιο δωμάτιο. Εξαρτώνται ο ένας από τον άλλον, χωρίς ελπίδα για το τέλος γιατί είναι ήδη νεκροί, βασανίζοντας ο ένας τον άλλον με τα ψέματα της ζωής. Σε αυτό το φιλοσοφικό μονόπρακτο, ο συγγραφέας θίγει πολλά θέματα όπως η απομόνωση, η ελευθερία και ο περιορισμός, η δύναμη, το θάρρος, τα βάσανα και η ύπαρξη. Σήμερα μπορούμε να ταυτιστούμε με πολλά από τα κεντρικά θέματα και ερωτήματα αυτού του θεατρικού έργου μέσα από την εμπειρία της απομόνωσης λόγω της πανδημίας Covid-19. Είτε ήταν lockdown είτε καραντίνα, αναγκαστήκαμε να μείνουμε σε ένα δωμάτιο που δεν μπορούσαμε να φύγουμε. Ποιος από εμάς δεν έχει χάσει την αίσθηση του χρόνου αυτή την περίοδο; Υπάρχουν πολλές ομοιότητες με τους χαρακτήρες του έργου, μία από τις οποίες είναι η προσπάθεια διατήρησης της «κοινωνικής απόστασης» – Η δήλωση του Σαρτρ: «Η κόλαση είναι – άλλοι άνθρωποι!» αντηχεί από την παράσταση.

Cast/επί σκηνής:
Joseph Garcin – Aris Kythreotis
Estelle Rigault – Vanessa Crambert
Inèz Serrano – Joanna Panayi

play by Jean-Paul Sartre / έργο του Jean-Paul Sartre
adaptation/direction: Tereza Evripidou / διασκευή/σκηνοθεσία: Τερέζα Ευριπίδου
production by TheatroAigaia / μια παραγωγή του θεάτρου Αιγαία

info + reservations / πληροφορίες + κρατήσεις: 22445757
entrance / είσοδος: €5

www.theatroaigaia.com

Annual Visual Arts Exhibition, Aigaia 2024

Inspiration, creation, contemporary approach, diversity, and evolution embody the annual exhibition of Aigaia School of Art & Design for the academic year 2023-2024, which will be held from June 14 to June 22, 2024.

The exhibition presents samples of students’ work from various levels of study, including the accredited / certified “Visual Arts” program which is exclusively offered by our school in both Greek and English.

The artworks presented in the exhibition, display uniqueness and authenticity, as the primary goal of all our programs is the development of personal visual language. A common factor of all artworks is the respect for Art, with clarity in thought and image.

During the academic year, principles and techniques of the visual arts were taught, laying essential foundations and establishing solid bases for the development of appropriate skills, particularly in fostering a personal visual identity. The themes selected stem from the students’ concerns about contemporary society, daily experiences and personal testimonies. The media used varied according to the desired aesthetics and symbolism, always aiming to keep pace with the contemporary evolutionary course of our times with a futuristic tendency.

The exhibition serves as a professional presentation of our students’ work, both as groups and as individual entities. The high level of education is reflected in the visual messages of the works, which align with the school’s vision to convey the importance of the arts and culture in Cyprus.

In addition to the work of our Higher Education students, the exhibition also presents work created by students of various levels of art exams, portfolios for entrance to fine art, design, media degrees, or work by students that simply aim to enrich their academic qualifications, knowledge and experiences.

OPEN DAYS will be held during the exhibition, enabling visitors to be thoroughly informed about all the programs on offer and to take guided tours of the exhibition and school premises.

The exhibition’s opening will take place on Friday June 14th 2024 at 20:30, at the school’s building, 81 Agion Omologiton Avenue.

Visitors are welcome between Monday and Saturday 14-22 June, during the school’s working hours.

Exhibition of children’s art, 2024

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Aigaia School of Art and Design invites you to the Annual Exhibition of its Young Artists, which takes place between the 6th and 30th April 2024.

Wander in between colours, brushstrokes, sculptures, ceramics, paintings, photographs, characters, objects, stories. Children demonstrate creativity in a truthful and unspoiled manner, something essential in finding solutions for today’s challenges.

All our children groups had the opportunity to work in our specialised studios and workshops in rotation, resulting in their experiencing a range of the Art, Design and media pathways. The exhibition reflects their spherical visual understanding, which they have ultimately developed. Our young artists demonstrated their creativity in a truthful and unspoiled manner, something essential in finding solutions for today’s challenges.

Our purpose is always to highlight the importance of the cultural cultivation that unfolds when growing up with the arts as part of everyday life, as well as the appreciation cultivated of the visual arts, as an element of culture. Via the various activities we challenge the children’s awareness, pushing them to spontaneously imprint their surroundings. To express their inner world, to record experiences, moments and encounters, to develop critical thinking, to propose solutions.

During the exhibition, a free educational program will be offered for children in primary education, which can be attended by school classes with their teachers as well as families. 

The educational nature of the exhibition, gives educators and families the opportunity to visit with various age groups and ‘discover’ themes, ideas and meanings, offering an exciting educational experience to children.

Opening Event: Saturday 06th April 2024 @6:00pm
Duration: 06 – 30.4.24
Visiting hours: Monday – Saturday (during our working hours) 

AMACO Glazes Seminar + Workshop

AMACO GLAZES / UNDERGLAZES:  Features, Qualities, Use + Tips

The presentation will focus on features and tips of use of the of AMACO glazes & underglazes that can be found in art shop aigaia, along with an application demonstration and a hands-on practice.

The event will take place at our premises at 81, Agion Omologiton in Nicosia and a reservation isnecessary. The places are limited.

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For more info and reservations call 22 445757

Presentation by Diana Faris, MFA | AMACO International & Ceramics Education Outreach

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Visual Arts Exhibition at Aigaia

2 – 17 February 2024

Opening: Friday, 2 February @20:00

The exhibition will showcase the final major projects of the second year students of the Visual Arts program at Aigaia School of Art and Design. It is a unique opportunity to discover the variety of artistic expressions that have emerged from the students personal creative journies. Each work is the outcome of an individual and unique creative exploration, showcasing a distinctive viewpoint and artistic expression.

By exploring contemporary art themes in visual arts our second year students engage with subjects reflecting the complexities of our modern world. Themes such as identity, freedom of speech and other political, personal and societal issues become canvases for exploration. The use of multidimensional approaches and interactiveness redefine traditional boundaries, inviting viewers to question and engage actively with the artwork. The students examine cultural shifts, political landscapes and also their personal narratives. This exploration not only emphasises on the spirit of time but also challenges preconceived notions, pushing the boundaries of artistic expression. As a result, visual arts reflect contemporary realities and become catalysts for thoughtful discussions and societal self-reflection.

The exhibition will also showcase pieces from the rest of the students and also from adults exploring various art disciplines, materials, and techniques. From experimenting with different mediums to finding their unique artistic language, all students contribute to a dynamic and inclusive display, reflecting the richness of their creative explorations.

The exhibition will open on Friday, 2 February 2024 @20:00, at our premises in 81, Agion Omologiton Str.

The exhibition will be open from Monday – Saturday 2 – 17 February 2024, during school’s working hours.

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AigaiaARTgallery’s Christmas Event

As the holiday season approaches, AigaiaARTgallery is thrilled to invite art enthusiasts, our students, and the local community to join us for a magical Christmas celebration on Friday, December 1, 2023, starting at 18:30.

AigaiaARTgallery, located within our premises, will serve as a contemporary art and design shop, hosting artist’s creations such as art objects, ornaments, small paintings and prints, cards, clay charms, jewellery etc. The enchanting atmosphere will be enhanced by the artworks on display, featuring contributions from our team Aigaia and other professional artists and designers.

The Perfect Gift Awaits at AigaiaARTgallery
Step into our gallery, and you’ll find more than just art; our space doubles as a contemporary art and design shop. Perfectly timed for the holiday season, our shop will feature a curated selection of unique creations by artists and designers. From art pieces and ornaments to design objects, you’re sure to discover the ideal gift for your loved ones. Our shop is open throughout the year during the school’s working hours.

Join Us for the Celebration on Friday, December 1, 2023 @18:30
We extend a warm invitation to everyone to join us for an evening filled with joy, laughter, and creative inspiration. The Christmas party will not only serve as a platform to appreciate art but also as an opportunity to support local talent and find one-of-a-kind gifts for the upcoming festivities.

Get ready to indulge in the festive spirit at our Christmas Party! Festive music, cozy beverages, such as wine and comforting hot chocolate, paired with festive snacks will add a dash of flavor to our artistic feast! We look forward to welcoming you to our Christmas Event and sharing the joy of art, design, and the magic of the festive spirit. Cheers to a cozy and joyful celebration! ????????☕️

AigaiaARTgallery
Aigaia School of Art & Design
81 Agion Omologiton Str, 1080, Nicosia
22445757

Anna Alexandrou Art Exhibition, 6-28 May 2023

«A line, some colour, a random path. A journey has just begun! A search for the soul, a world, an image… Various materials becoming one, trying to fit, to write a course, a line… a life. Through my work, I try to express my thoughts, feelings and concerns. For me this is a game of composition, colour, material, emptiness and fullness on a surface. I experiment with different materials, like fabrics, paper, threads, sewing, letters, words, symbols and anything that helps me to visually compose what I am trying to say.» (Anna Alexandrou, 2015)

The exhibition of the visual artist Anna Alexandrou, which will take place from 6-28 May 2023, at aigaia art gallery, aims to reintroduce Anna’s artworks to the public, as an important contemporary visual artist of Cyprus, with a selection from all of her works.

Her work – purely personal – is an illustrated journey of her experiences, which, through various symbolisms, tell her story. Her work is accessible and multi-layered providing both visual satisfaction and a reason for dialogue, something that the creator herself always sought.

 

Opening:
Saturday, May 6, 2023 @19:30

The exhibition will be open:
Monday & Thursday: 9:00-13:00 & 17:00 – 20:00
Tuesday & Wednesday: 9:00-13:00 & 17:00 – 21:00
Friday: 9:00-15:00
Saturday – closed
Sunday 17:00-20:00

For more information contact us on 22445757.

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