VISUAL ARTS

VISUAL ARTS

Under the Grecian Sun: Miss Polyplexi SS24 Handbag Collection

Under the Grecian Sun: Miss Polyplexi SS24 Handbag Collection

Miss Polyplexi, the globally coveted brand known for its exquisite handmade crochet handbags, has launched its Spring/Summer 2024 Collection, drawing inspiration from the radiant Greek sunlight. The collection, titled ‘Sous Le Soleil’ (Under the Sun), showcases a fusion of vibrant colours, delicate designs, and a strong sense of rejuvenation, embodying the essence of traditional craftsmanship and modern fashion sensibilities.

Greek Gods Resurfaced: Ancient Statues Rescued from the Depths archaeology Riace Bronzes

Greek Gods Resurfaced: Ancient Statues Rescued from the Depths

Sending shockwaves through the archaeological world, Roman diver Stefano Mariottini was snorkelling about 8 meters deep when he saw a hand sticking out from the sandy bottom. Thinking he had found human remains, he called the police.

Painting of King Leonidas Unveiled

Painting of King Leonidas Unveiled

On Saturday night, in commemoration of the 2500 year anniversary of the Battle of Thermopylae, red velvet curtains parted in spectacular fashion to reveal the epic painting of King Leonidas of Sparta, invoking a sense of pride, admiration, and appreciation amongst the crowd at the South Australian Pan-Laconian Family Centre.   

Woman Set to Marry AI Hologram "AILex" in Groundbreaking Ceremony

Woman to Marry AI Hologram "AILex" in Groundbreaking Ceremony

Alicia Framis, a 57-year-old Spanish artist, is gearing up for an extraordinary wedding ceremony this summer, when will be exchanging vows with her AI partner named AILex. AILex is not your typical partner – it’s a hologram created using artificial intelligence. This groundbreaking union represents a significant milestone in the world of human-AI relationships, pushing boundaries in companionship and emotional connections.

Dimitris Tzankatian Greece by drone

Dimitris' Greece by Drone

Dimitris Tzankatian’s love affair with travel began in 2019 when he bought his first drone. Now, just five years later, the talented photographer and certified drone pilot is stunning audiences with amazing aerial perspectives of Greece’s beautiful landscapes, historic sites, and picturesque towns and villages, captured through his beautiful photography and videography.

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Mona's "Heavenly Beings": A Journey Through Orthodox Art in Hobart

The exhibition charts the continuity and vitality of icon painting wherever Orthodox Christianity took root after the events of 1453, notably in Russia, Crete and mainland Greece. There are icons by masters from the great Cretan workshops, whose holy subjects vibrate with life against shimmering gold leaf surrounds.

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