REBECCA EFSTATHIOU
interdiscplinari artist
Rebecca Efstathiou is an interdisciplinary artist whose work explores the dynamic interplay between place, process, and artistic creation. Based in Cyprus, her practice is deeply rooted in examining how physical and conceptual environments shape art and how the artistic process itself becomes a journey of discovery. Her work is an investigation into the interaction of surroundings, personal experiences, and the transformative energy of creation, merging these elements to evoke reflection on the intricate balance of tangible and intangible dimensions of existence.
Efstathiou’s approach often blurs the boundaries between the external and internal, the physical and symbolic, fostering a dialogue that challenges traditional perceptions. She delves into the rhythms of creation within her studio, documenting the artistic process as both a method and an introspection. This exploration yields works that are as much a product of their making as they are of their conceptual underpinnings, reflecting the constant negotiation between intention and serendipity, control and freedom.
Her art serves as a bridge between the materiality of studio practices and the viewer’s introspective engagement. In her studio-derived series, the act of creation becomes the centerpiece, with the artwork itself emerging as a by-product of the concentrated processes of painting and observation. These works reveal the layers of thought and effort embedded within them, highlighting the artist's unique ability to navigate and convey the tension between seeing and imagining, between the eye and the mind.
Efstathiou’s oeuvre invites audiences to contemplate not only the visible traces of her creative process but also the unseen forces—emotions, ideas, and narratives—that underpin them. By dissecting and reconstructing the boundaries between various dimensions, her practice stands as a testament to the richness of artistic exploration and the boundless potential of interdisciplinary inquiry.