Artistic Statement
Christos Damianos was born in Tripoli, Greece. In 1971, his family immigrated to London Canada. He graduated from Western University in London, Ontario with a BFA and completed an MSc from Niagara University, New York. He has taught in the arts both in the secondary and University level. He has a studio practice in York Region (Toronto) and Tripoli (Greece). He is an artist, independent curator, and educator with a diverse practice.
"As an artist, I have always been captivated by the human presence in themes of nature, perception, identity, and communication. Drawing on memory, observation and media sourced from various platforms, I distill from them a human presence often ignored by society. Individual works are rooted in the stream of consciousness and the experimentation of the physicality of the medium. This haptic process of working and the sensory experiences formed often act as a catalyst to lost connections, personal and collective memories and life experiences which are often hidden in the simplicity of the medium or unassuming presence of the work."
Christos Damianos
Christos Damianos’ artistic practice is not bound by a linear process, nor confined by subject matter or medium. His recent works focus on the human impact on nature and the consequences of its neglect, reflecting his deep concern for environmental issues.
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Damianos’ passion for nature and conservation was ignited during his time in art school, while tree planting in the northern landscapes. This experience led him to use art as a vehicle for expressing his views on a wide range of environmental and societal concerns.
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His work invites viewers to engage with both the artwork and the physicality of the medium, creating a dynamic, intimate connection between them. Through abstraction, Damianos explores the natural world through a contemporary lens. His multidisciplinary approach spans a variety of media, encouraging deeper reflection and fostering a dialogue between the viewer and the layers of existence represented in the work. In doing so, Damianos uncovers subtle traces of human presence, prompting reflection on overlooked details and inviting us to reconsider our relationship with the world around us.
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