A unique artistic experience awaits art enthusiasts in the region, as the Tsimpidis Winery in Monemvasia hosts the solo exhibition of artist Ioanna-Maria Giakoumaki, titled «The Transformation of Matter.» The exhibition will open its doors on Saturday, November 21, 2026, from 15:00 to 19:00, providing visitors with the opportunity to engage in conversation with the artist and explore her works.
At the heart of Giakoumaki’s work lies an exploration of the invisible processes that transform the human experience. The artist focuses on trauma as an inscription on the human body, which serves as a canvas where the conscious and unconscious leave their marks. Through personal experiences and collective memories of loss and decay, her works reveal how these experiences do not vanish but instead change form and narrative.
As the artist herself notes, “I do not create to narrate events or to provide answers. I create to understand the invisible processes that transform the human being… Each work alters the way I perceive myself, and through this transformation, it brings me closer to others with greater empathy.”
To convey these internal explorations, Giakoumaki selects materials that carry their own histories: fabrics, old papers, books, lace, rusted metals, and everyday objects. In her approach, matter, much like the body, retains traces and marks that constitute its essence, making visible the unseen facets of trauma and memory.
Useful Information:
- Venue: Tsimpidis Winery, Monemvasia
- Opening: Saturday, November 21 | 15:00 – 19:00
- Operating Hours: Tuesday to Saturday, 10:00 – 16:00
- Admission: Free
This exhibition promises to be a profound exploration of the human condition, inviting visitors to reflect on their own experiences and the shared narratives that bind us all.
