Vicky Tsalamata, a visual artist hailing from Athens, Greece, is a Professor Emeritus in Printmaking at the Athens School of Fine Arts. Tsalamata’s oeuvre traverses the realms of expanded printmaking, digital media, print installations, and video-installations.
At the heart of Tsalamata’s work lies an exploration of the interconnectedness of human existence, a theme vividly depicted in her artwork, “From the 2602 Dark Nights to the Never Ending Daylight Spaces A, B” (2018). This compelling artwork is part of her larger project, “Synapsis, The Invisible Order that Embodies Shapes,” delving into the intricate networks that define our social fabric.
Through a meticulous fusion of techniques, Tsalamata breathes life into her vision. Each tiny figure, meticulously crafted using 34 iron matrices, bears witness to her skill in mixed media combined techniques. The result is an archival print that transcends traditional boundaries, inviting viewers to contemplate the emergence of new ideas and the transformation from darkness to light.
Tsalamata’s diptych finds its home in the collection of the MOMus-Museum of Contemporary Art in Thessaloniki, a testament to its significance in the contemporary art landscape.
In 2022, Tsalamata’s art took center stage at the “Metapoliteysis” Exhibition held at the Eptapirghion Monument Space in Thessaloniki, as well as the Modular Exhibition “Public Domain,” hosted by TIF-HELEXPO and the MOMus-Museum of Contemporary Art. Curated by Theodore Markoglou and Katerina Syroglou, these exhibitions underscored Tsalamata’s pivotal role in shaping the discourse of contemporary art.
As the first woman Professor of Printmaking at the Athens School of Fine Arts, she has left an indelible mark, serving as Director of both the Printmaking Studio and the Printmaking Department.
In Tsalamata’s challenges us to rethink our place within the intricate web of human society, prompting a deeper understanding of our choices and experiences.
As we immerse ourselves in Tsalamata’s creations, we embark on a journey of enlightenment, guided by her unwavering commitment to pushing the boundaries of artistic expression. Through her art, she unveils the beauty of the unseen, inviting us to embrace the complexity of our existence with newfound clarity and appreciation.
