Costas Tsoclis “Parousia” at Megaron the Athens Concert Hall

The large-scale artwork will remain in the Foyer of the Alexandra Trianti Hall for a limited time, with free admission for the public, thanks to the generous loan from the Kostas Tsoclis Museum in Tinos and ARTION Galleries.

Costas Tsoclis notes on the artwork:

No!
A work of art is not an image, but an event worthy,
or once worthy, of being depicted.
It is not a narration, but an event that, if it has impressed us, we recount.

A work of art is not the decoration of a space,
but another space in itself, inviting the viewer to enter.
Art is often inspired by events, but it does not illustrate them.
It uses them as material to create another reality.

Art does not evolve like science; it constantly changes.
Art is different.

While events are forgotten and blurred together,
our encounter with a true work of art is imprinted indelibly in our memory.

The artist is a likeness of God, at times creating out of nothing.
The creator is not a reporter, but a prophet and a miracle worker.

Museums and theaters are not places of entertainment or learning.
They are courtyards of miracles, small or great,
where small, sometimes clumsy, gods strive to enchant us.

Art is not a necessary sustenance for survival, but the taste of sustenance.
Or so I believe!

— Costas Tsoclis

With the presence of the artwork at Megaron the Athens Concert Hall, a “Conversation with Costas Tsoclis” begins, addressing questions that concern the thoughtful individual today regarding Art and life.

If there is something on your mind about this work and you would like to exchange ideas with Costas Tsoclis, share your thoughts here, and the artist will personally respond to you via email.