Larissa
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Theme: Wabi - Sabi 侘寂

May 18, 2024
12:00am - 7:30pm EEST
(UTC +3hrs)
Larisa, Larisa
Greece
This event is invite-only.

In the serene embrace of Wabi-Sabi lies a profound beauty, one that whispers tales of imperfection and celebrates the passage of time. It's a philosophy that beckons us to find solace in the imperfect, the transient, and the incomplete.

Picture the weathered wooden floorboards that bear the marks of time's gentle caress or the cracked pottery adorned with a story of resilience. Wabi-Sabi cherishes these imperfections, honoring the authenticity they embody. It’s the art of finding elegance in simplicity, of embracing the asymmetry and irregularities that define our existence.

Within the essence of Wabi-Sabi, there's a quiet appreciation for the transient nature of life itself. It reminds us to treasure fleeting moments, recognizing that nothing lasts forever. Like the cherry blossoms that bloom in their fleeting glory or the fading hues of a sunset, Wabi-Sabi teaches us to savor the beauty in transience.

At its core, Wabi-Sabi is an ode to acceptance—a gentle nod to the inevitable cycle of growth, decay, and transformation. It teaches us to find contentment in the natural cycle of life, where beauty lies not in perfection but in the genuine, the unrefined, and the unassuming.

As we journey through life, Wabi-Sabi encourages us to seek harmony with the world around us, embracing the simplicity of the present moment. It's a philosophy that whispers of humility, inviting us to find joy in the imperfect, the ephemeral, and the authentic.

Municipal Art Gallery of Larissa
Geor. Papandreou
Patera
Larisa, Larisa, 41222
Greece
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Organizing team

George
Tsalaportas

Larissa, Greece
Organizer

Vaggelis
Giannakos

Larissa, Greece
Co-organizer
  • Artemis Nikolaou Siafogianni
    Marketing/Communications
  • Elena Vlachou
    Curation
  • Theologia Gougoula
    Production
  • Ντορίτα Αντωνίου
    Curation