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“But Who Exactly Are These People?”

Published December 31, 2025, 05:05
“But Who Exactly Are These People?”

In his article, Evagoras Vanezis comments on the weakening of cultural structures in Cyprus, such as the recent eviction of the Association of Visual Artists and Art Theorists by the Municipality of Nicosia. The author refers to a question posed to the association by high-ranking officials: “But who exactly are these people?”, which suggests a dismissal and ignorance of the artistic scene. The association consists of artists and art theorists of different generations, who work collectively and without pay, while also facing economic and professional insecurity. The artists are waiting for the creation of legislation for pensions, a museum of contemporary art, employment opportunities, and incentives for investment in art. Despite the waiting, they remain active, commenting and intervening on issues related to art and their demands, focusing on the restructuring of cultural structures and the creation of functional institutions.