"Art is not a luxury; it is a necessity. It is the language of humanity, the memory of civilization, and the vision of the future."
I'm Yorgos Taxiarchopoulos, an internationally certified art expert, visual artist, and cultural strategist based in Limassol, Cyprus. My career spans over two decades, during which I have engaged in contemporary art as both a creator and a curator, shaping artistic discourse through innovative projects and cultural leadership. Holding an International Certification as an Art Expert (Swiss Approval International, ISO-17024), I have worked extensively in the fields of fine arts, digital art, cultural management, and education.
Throughout my career, I have been recognized for my contributions to the art world, receiving accolades such as the 8th International Prize for Young Creators from the Louis Vuitton Moet Hennessy group (Paris, 2002) and the 1st Pan-Hellenic Prize for Greek Artists from the Y&Z Spyropoulos Foundation (Athens, 2003). My artistic practice and curatorial work have been showcased across Europe and beyond, shaping exhibitions, international collaborations, and large-scale cultural projects.
As the Artistic Director of the Limassol Municipal Arts Centre (Papadakis Warehouses), I lead contemporary art initiatives, fostering creative dialogue and cross-cultural exchange. Previously, I served as the President of the EUNIC Cluster Cyprus (2022-2023) and the Executive Director of the Hellenic Foundation for Culture in Cyprus (2020-2023), where I played a key role in developing strategic cultural programs. My expertise extends to major art fairs such as Art-Athina and Art-Thessaloniki, where I worked as a curator, consultant, and production director, managing international artists and institutions.
In addition to my curatorial and managerial roles, I am the Founder & Director of ACEY Europe – Arts & Culture Community, a network dedicated to supporting interdisciplinary artistic collaborations. As an evaluator for the Hellenic Foundation for Research and Innovation (ΕΛ.ΙΔ.Ε.Κ.), I contribute to the development of EU-funded cultural initiatives that enhance the role of the arts in contemporary society.