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"Bridging Worlds" The Interplay of Art and Poetry in My Creative Journey

In the final part of Bridging Worlds, Annita Apostolidou Platis reflects on the fusion of art and poetry—encouraging creators to embrace complexity, uncharted territories, and the transformative interplay of words and images.

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“To anyone who feels drawn to both art and poetry, my advice is simple: embrace the complexity. Let your creative passions fuel one another, and don’t be afraid to let them lead you into uncharted territories. It is there, in the spaces between, that true artistry is born.” - Annita A.

Grateful for every moment of inspiration and for the opportunity to share these reflections through my work and collaborations, such as the upcoming Art Poetry Book, on October 30th.

This project has allowed me to once again merge the visual with the verbal, showcasing not just my own voice but also the collective voice of a diverse group of artists and poets brought together by the Barbagelata Contemporary Art Foundation @barbagelatafoundation .

As we reach the conclusion of my statement, I encourage all aspiring and established creators to embrace the interplay of art and poetry in their own works. This journey of creation is as challenging as it is rewarding, and it is within these intricate blends that we find new ways to express the inexpressible. Continue to explore, create, and inspire. Thank you all, and stay tuned for the Art and Poetry Book which will be available on October 30th.

Annita Apostolidou Platis

Visual Artist

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"Bridging Worlds" The Interplay of Art and Poetry in My Creative Journey

In Bridging Worlds – Part 3, Annita Apostolidou Platis reflects on vulnerability, openness, and the transformative dialogue between poetry and visual art—where each form informs and elevates the other.

Part 3.

“This artistic endeavor demands a vulnerability and openness to let inspiration flow freely, whether it be a line of poetry or a color palette. The challenge lies not only in the creation itself but in allowing these different expressions to inform and transform one another. It’s about letting the visual narrative influence the poetic and vice versa, crafting a richer story that neither could tell alone.” - Annita A.

Join me in the next part of our discussion as I share insights into the profound impacts these intertwined creative forms have on both the creator and the audience. The journey continues—stay tuned!

Annita Apostolidou Platis

Visual Artist

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"Bridging Worlds" The Interplay of Art and Poetry in My Creative Journey

In Bridging Worlds – Part 2, Annita Apostolidou Platis explores how Legends – The Code became a dialogue between poetry and visual art—a delicate balance of harmony, contrast, and creative storytelling.

Part 2.

"In my latest series, Legends – The Code, I ventured deeper into this symbiotic relationship. The process was both exhilarating and challenging, requiring a delicate balance between the explicitness of poetry and the abstraction of visual art. It’s a dance of contrasts and harmonies where each piece does not just coexist but converses deeply with the other." - Annita A.

Dive deeper into this artistic dialogue in my next post, where we explore the vulnerabilities and openness required to let inspiration truly flow. The story unfolds further—stay connected for more.

Annita Apostolidou Platis

Visual Artist

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“Bridging Worlds” The Interplay of Art and Poetry in My Creative Journey

In Bridging Worlds – Part 1, Annita Apostolidou Platis shares how painting and poetry converge in her creative journey, forming a seamless dialogue of visual and verbal expression.

Part 1.

"As an artist who both paints and writes, I often find myself at the crossroads of visual and verbal expression. This dual journey is not merely about shifting between mediums; it’s about exploring how these forms can echo, reflect, and enhance each other. Each brushstroke and word stems from a place of deep inspiration, where emotions and images meld seamlessly into creations that transcend traditional boundaries."- Annita A.

This is a part of my larger testimonial on the interplay of art and poetry. Stay tuned for the continuation in my next post!

Annita Apostolidou Platis

Visual Artist

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Art Movement

An art movement represents a shared philosophy or visual language among artists within a specific time. Each movement captures a collective spirit of creativity, innovation, and purpose.

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An Art Movement is a tendency or style in Art with a specific common philosophy or goal. More specifically, Art Movements are the collective titles that are given to artworks which share the same artistic ideals, style, technical approach or timeframe.

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Canvas Forms

From stretched canvases to portable pads and custom rolls, each canvas form serves a unique artistic purpose. Explore the options that best support your creative process.

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Canvases are available in various forms:

Canvas panels

Usually made from primed cotton. Keep in mind that they don’t age well, but they are good for practice.

Stretched Canvas

Using stretched canvas reduces the chances that your artwork will be damaged as it holds the canvas in tact, and the stretching is done by cutting-edge technology rather than by hand.

Canvas pads

Pads are sheets of primed canvas that are bound within a book. Ideal for creating while on the move, the sheets used in many pads can be stretched or mounted at a later date.

Similar to canvas panels, however, they don’t age as well and are therefore best for practice.

Canvas rolls

If you want to prepare and stretch your own canvas or to create a very large painting, canvas rolls are great. Made from either linen or cotton, they’re generally sold by the meter.

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About Canvas & Art

From its ancient Greek origins to the Renaissance masters, canvas has long been the fabric of artistic legacy. Learn about its evolution and enduring role in art.

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Canvas is an extremely durable, plain-woven fabric. Usually made from cotton, linen or hemp, it’s popular as a painting surface when stretched across a wooden frame (called a ‘stretcher’) and coated with gesso to prevent the paint from coming into direct contact with the canvas fibres (which would eventually cause the canvas to decay).

The word "canvas" is derived from the 13th century Anglo-French canevaz and the Old French

canevas. Both may be derivatives of the Vulgar Latin cannapaceus for "made of hemp", originating

from the Greek κάνναβις (cannabis). Canvas has been used for Art since the early 14th Century,

and one of the earliest surviving oils on canvas is a French Madonna with Angels from around 1410.

It came into common usage in the 16th century during the Italian Renaissance.

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The 7 different Forms of Art

From painting to theater, the seven forms of art reveal humanity’s endless creativity and the timeless dialogue between culture and emotion.

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The definition of Art is covering many unique forms of expression.

However, there are broadly 7 Forms of Art that fall into the common collective definition of “the Arts.” Painting, Sculpture, Literature, Architecture, Cinema, Music, Theater.

Recognizing each of the distinct Categories of Art is a way to help us understanding the role of the Arts in our lives and history.

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Art advice by Annita A.

Your artwork should mirror your individuality. Create from within — not for approval, but for authenticity.

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Draw just for you

Your artworks represent you and must have your personality.

You must be unique.

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“Shapes of brushes” by Annita A.

A closer look at the essential brush shapes every artist should know — round, square, filbert, and liner — each bringing its own personality to the canvas.

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There are several different types of paint brushes, and more specifically, different shapes.

You have round, square (bright), filbert, and script (line) brushes, some are exclusively for detail work, for edging or for blending.

Different paint brushes are a spice of life and will add a tremendous amount of flavor to all artworks!

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"Small advices about Paint Brushes" by Annita A.

Practical advice for artists: how to select, maintain, and master your paint brushes to achieve the perfect effects in oil or acrylic painting.

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When you are working with oil or acrylic and you are trying to find more information about size, shape, material, how to take care of your paintbrushes or how to achieve the desired painting effects.