It’s already been three weeks since I started my YouTube channel, which complements my personal website. You’ll find videos about my paintings, time in the studio, the connection between physics and art, and more. You’re all very welcome! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCiwrWhFCwyMxDj3E2GL8jrA

After a week and about 40 hours of working the painting I am about to submit for the 2026 IAPS Open Division Exhibition is comleted. Deadline for submisions is April 1st. A 50X70 cm piece on Clairefontaine Pastelmat board, which i absoluteley loved for its quality and performance. Wish me luck!

A great guide about the pastel medium. https://www.jacksonsart.com/a-guide-to-pastel-painting#difference-soft-hard-pastels

International Association of Pastel Societies (IAPS) Juried Exhibition : Recognized as one of the most prestigious, this competition hosts exhibitions for both master circle and standard members, with high-level international entries. Pastel Society of America (PSA) Annual Exhibition : Based in New York, this is considered a premier exhibition for both members and non-members, often cited for its high standard of excellence. Pastel 100 Competition (Pastel Journal) : A highly

From June 16–21, 2026, the largest pastel event in the world wi ll take place in Albuquerque, New Mexico (where Breaking Bad was filmed), United States: the 48th Open Division Juried PastelWorld Exhibition (held annually) and the 16th Convention (held every two years), both organised by the International Association of Pastel Societies (IAPS) . I will submit one of my artworks, hoping to be selected as an entry from Greece.The deadline is April 1st. https://iapspastel.org/

My very first painting was a pair of pears, made when I was six years old in kindergarten. Good shape, with leaves too. My teacher loved it. She said, “This boy will be good at painting.” I still keep it somewhere...