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Chryssoula Papadaki

"Chryssoula Papadaki creates abstract works of art that delve into the abstractness of human existence, capturing the elusive and intricate layers of reality. Her creations invite viewers into imaginative worlds, where attention to detail plays a crucial role in bringing her visions to life. Keeping in mind that nothing in reality is as it seems, she explores the interplay between form, color, and emotion, often blending the analogue with the digital, thus pushing the limits of perception and expression. Each piece serves as a reflection of her ongoing exploration of the complexities of life, blending curiosity with a deep desire to communicate the unspoken. Chryssoula’s work is a testament to her belief that art holds the power to transform perception and spark conversation.

 

Born in Thessaloniki, Greece, Chryssoula Papadaki has an entrepreneurial background and a degree in economics. In 2019, she earned a bachelor’s degree in graphic design and has since pursued a career in the field, blending her creative and analytical strengths. Photography and drawing have been lifelong passions, forming the foundation of her artistic practice. Since 2013, Chryssoula has explored a range of styles, participating in group exhibitions in Thessaloniki and Athens. Her work has also been shown internationally, including a group exhibition in New Delhi (2014) and the Fabriano in Aquarello contest in Italy (2015). Most recently, she received an Excellence Award in the 2024 Whitelock Art Center NY Art Competition."

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The erosive power of kindness, 50x70cm, Aquarelle, Acrylic, Indian ink & ink marker on paper, 2025

"Kindness, symbolized by the golden pigment, carries a quiet yet transformative force. Wherever it is expressed, it leaves its mark—softening, altering, and reshaping even the most rigid structures or seemingly unchangeable situations. Like water on stone, its influence may be subtle, but over time, it erodes hardness and resistance, revealing new forms beneath."

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Embracing vulnerability, 50x70cm, Aquarelle & Indian ink on paper, 2025

"Every being is unique—and vulnerable—in its own way. The intricate, tiny brushstrokes that surround the central form, along with the scattered color spills, symbolize the gentle acceptance of our quirks, imperfections, and emotional openness. This piece is a quiet celebration of the beauty that lies in embracing one’s vulnerability rather than concealing it."

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Lights travelling through space, 56x76cm, Acrylic and Ink marker on paper, 2025

"We are all lights—spirits in motion—symbolized by the yellow circles, journeying through the vastness of space. Each of us is interconnected, as represented by the fine lines linking one circle to another. Space is not empty; it pulses with rhythm and hidden structure. This work speaks to our spiritual and divine essence, expressed through a granular, material form—an attempt to bridge the intangible with the physical."

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