Honorary Awards
Annita Apostolidou Platis
2024 December
Blue Space Gallery - Beyond Boundaries International Art Competition
Format: Online – International Event
Dates: January 3, 2025: Exhibition Opening
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Award: Honorable Mention for the artwork "Veil of the Bear" from the "Legends – The Code" Collection
I am deeply honored to receive an Honorable Mention for my artwork "Veil of the Bear" at the Beyond Boundaries International Art Competition, presented by Blue Space Gallery. This recognition is especially meaningful as the exhibition celebrates the transformative power of women in art.
"Veil of the Bear," part of my "Legends – The Code" collection, explores iconic mythological figures through the lens of strength and resilience. The collection blends timeless symbolism with contemporary artistic expression, and I am thrilled that my work resonated with the jurors.
The exhibition officially opened on January 3, 2025, and I am grateful to Blue Space Gallery for this recognition.
2024 December
Light Space & Time Online Art Gallery – 14th Annual "All Women" Art Exhibition
Format: Online – International Event
Location: Santa Fe, NM
Dates: January 1, 2025: Exhibition Opening
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Award: Honorable Mention for the artwork "Tapestry of Creation" from the "Legends – The Code" Collection
I am deeply honored to receive an Honorable Mention for my artwork "Tapestry of Creation" at the 14th Annual "All Women" Art Exhibition presented by Light Space & Time Online Art Gallery. This exhibition celebrates the outstanding talent of women artists from around the world, and I am proud to be included in such an esteemed event.
My artwork was selected from 555 submissions from 26 countries, placing me among the Top 20 artists in the Photography & Digital category. "Tapestry of Creation" reflects the powerful themes of transformation and strength, exploring the mythological figure of Gaia and her influence in shaping both the physical and metaphorical worlds.
The exhibition officially opened on January 1, 2025, and I am grateful to Light Space & Time for this recognition and for their ongoing commitment to providing platforms for artists to showcase their work.
2024 December
The Holiday Advent Show – Gallery Ring
Format: Virtual Art Gallery - International Event
Location: Ontario, Canada
Dates: January 3, 2025: Exhibition Opening
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Award: Official Selection Award Certificate for participation in the "Holiday Advent Show" with the artwork "Winter’s Embrace", from the "The Seasons" collection.
I am deeply honored to receive the Official Selection Award Certificate for my artwork "Winter’s Embrace" at the prestigious Holiday Advent Show by Gallery Ring. This selection recognizes the emotional depth and artistic merit of the piece, evaluated based on criteria such as technical skill, innovation, emotional resonance, and its ability to provoke thought and discussion. Winter’s Embrace reflects the quiet strength of winter, symbolizing the balance between solitude and inner resilience in the face of adversity. I am truly grateful to Gallery Ring for honoring this piece and for recognizing its meaningful narrative.
2024 October
Camelback Gallery – Autumn Festival of Art 2024
Location: Arizona, United States
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Award: Gold Award for participation in the "Autumn Festival of Art 2024" with the artwork "Copper Reverie in the Fall", from the "The Seasons" collection.
I am deeply honored and proud to receive the prestigious Gold Award at Camelback Gallery's Autumn Festival of Art 2024. This recognition reflects the creative effort and passion behind my work, "Copper Reverie in the Fall," which celebrates the timeless beauty and transformation of the autumn season.
Thank you to the Camelback Gallery and the esteemed jurors, Filipe Assunção, Holly Cannon, and Kathy Paulus, for this incredible opportunity. With 80 artists from 13 countries featured, it is truly a privilege to be part of this global celebration of creativity and artistic excellence.
2024 August
Visual Artists Association - Art Curation & Exhibition Management
Location: London, England
• Certification: Certified in Art Curation & Exhibition Management by the Visual Artists Association.
This course has significantly sharpened my curatorial skills and broadened my professional network, connecting me with leading experts and practitioners at the forefront of the art industry. The comprehensive curriculum covered the conceptualization of exhibition themes to the nuances of public engagement, equipping me with the knowledge and confidence to curate impactful, thought-provoking exhibitions. Reflecting on this milestone, I am invigorated by the new possibilities it unlocks for my future projects and look forward to applying these refined skills in my upcoming curatorial and essayist endeavors.
2024 June
Barbagelata Contemporary Art Foundation - SPRING International Exhibition2024
Location: Barcelona, Spain
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Award: Artistic Merit for participation in "SPRING - PRIMAVERA 2024" with the artwork "The Gift" (The one who holds the Elixir) from the "Links" collection.
2024 April
Barbagelata Contemporary Art Foundation - FLOWERS 2024
Location: Barcelona, Spain
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Award: Artistic Merit for participation in "FLOWERS 2024" with the artwork "Glorious Silence" (The one who understands) from the "Links" collection.
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Recognition: Received a Thank You Letter from Mrs. Allegra Barbagelata, Director of BCAF, for conveying beauty and emotion through art in the Flowers exhibition.
2023 December
The Holiday Advent Show Dec 2023 - Gallery Ring
Format: Virtual Art Gallery - International Event
Location: Ontario, Canada
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Award: Official selection for the artwork "Lady Hope" from the "Fairytales and Paintings" collection.
2023 October
Barbagelata Contemporary Art Foundation - PORTRAITS 2023
Dates: 15th - 30th October 2023
Location: Barcelona, Spain
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Award: Artistic Merit for participation in the "Portraits" exhibition.
2023 September
Barbagelata Contemporary Art Foundation - WAR AND PEACE 2023
Dates: 15th - 30th September 2023
Location: Barcelona, Spain
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Award: Artistic Merit for participation in the "War and Peace" exhibition.
2023 June
National Olympic Academy of Greece (HOA)
Location: Athens, Greece
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Award: Award of Merit for contributing to the promotion of the philosophy, principles, and values of Olympism through significant actions and events.
2023 March
Fondazione Costanza - INTERNATIONAL CAREER AWARDS 2023 – TALENTS AND PROFESSIONALS
Location: Palermo, Italy
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Award: Premio alla Carriera for exceptional achievements through experience, professionalism, and originality in the international arena.
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Membership: Ordinary Member for the Year 2023 of the Fondazione Costanza.
2022 December
Gallery Ring - Abstract December 2022
Format: Virtual Art Gallery
Location: Ontario, Canada
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Award of Merit: For "NEMESIS" from the "Words" Collection, recognized for strong artistic skills and creative sensibility.
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Finalist: For "MOIRAI" and "SHADES" from the "Words" Collection.
2022 July
Accademia “Italia in Arte nel Mondo”
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Location: Lecce, Italy
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Honorary Title: "Magister formarum et artium" for the portrayal of Poseidon, God of the Seas, in Greek mythology.
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Location: Brindisi, Italy
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Membership: Honorary Associate Member and Support for the Year 2022.
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2021 December
Accademia “Italia in Arte nel Mondo”
Location: Brindisi, Italy
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Honorary Title: "Nuntius Artis" for depicting Hermes, the Messenger of the Gods.
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Membership: Honorary Associate Member and Support for the Year 2022.