Linzmassol pivots on the creative exploration of Limassol and Linz and on the speculative juxtaposition thereof. Found objects, artefacts, software, journals, AI-generated imagery, and the “Oldport” comic–about an enthusiastic young girl living by and exploring Limassol seafront–are exhibited. Local audiences in Linz are invited to attend a riverwalk alongside Danube, following the steps of our heroine that has somehow magically teleported to Linz, and performing “Newport”–Oldport’s sequel.
Participants:
Marinos Koutsomichalis is an artist, scholar, creative technologist, and craftsman. Originally a composer of experimental electronic music, he gradually introduced all sorts of other materials/methods in his practice to eventually become an expert in process-informed exploratory art/making. He is broadly interested in hybridity/materiality, (self-)generative systems, landscapes/environments, perception/selfhood, and the media/technologies we rely upon to mediate, probe, interact, or otherwise engage with the former. He has showcased his work extensively and internationally and has held research or teaching positions in Greece, Italy, Norway, and the U.K. He is an Assistant Professor in Creative Multi-media at the Cyprus University of Technology (Limassol, CY) where he co-directs the Media Arts and Design Research Lab; he has administrated three National and four EU funded projects either as either the Principle Scientific Coordinator or the Leader of some individual work package.
Kristina Thuduwage is a fourth-year Graphic Design student at the Cyprus University of Technology. Born in Sri Lanka, she migrated to Cyprus at the age of four, and has since considered it her home. She has long been drawn to the art of storytelling, which led her to explore writing and later comic creation. Through her academic and personal pursuits, she strives to develop a visual language that reflects both her multicultural background and passion for narrative expression.
Andra Panainte is a dedicated graphic designer specializing in photography and video production. With a keen eye for visual storytelling, Andra continuously experiments with various cameras and media to push the boundaries of creative expression. Her work blends technical expertise with an artistic approach, resulting in compelling visual content that captures unique perspectives and emotions.
Hi there! My name is Maria Zikou and I am a recent post-graduate of the Cyprus University of Technology in the field of Multimedia and Graphic design. I am a multimedia artist who is very passionate about 2D and 3D animation, photography, cinematography, character design, comics and music. I’ve always been creative and had a passion for bringing characters to life and narrating stories through my art. I am so excited to see what is in store for the future and what new things are to come!
Georgios Pitsillis–I hold a Bachelor of Arts in Multimedia & Graphic Arts from the Cyprus University of Technology (2021–2025). This academic journey equipped me with a strong foundation in design theory, digital media, and visual storytelling. I am interested in creating engaging visuals that communicate messages with clarity and impact.
