ONCE WE WERE GARDENS
Group Art Exhibition
Karaviko Estate
Kampos, Chios
July 5 - September 7 2025
Participating artists:
Mohammad Alfaraj, Martha Dimitropoulou, Emre Hüner, Derek Jarman, Maria Loizidou, Anestis Michalis, Natalia Papadopoulou, Yaşam Şaşmazer, Socratis Socratous, Teresa Solar Abboud, Theo Triantafyllides, Adriana Varejão
Curated by Akis Kokkinos, Founder of DEO
On the occasion of its 5th anniversary, DEO presents the exhibition Once We Were Gardens at the historic Karaviko estate in Kampos, Chios. The exhibition examines the inevitable cycles of growth and decay, exploring the deterioration of bodies, ideas, spaces, and relationships through the evocative symbolism of the garden.
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DEO projects
DEO Projects was established in 2021 and is a registered non-profit cultural organization located on the island of Chios, Greece.
It stands as the sole contemporary art entity on the island, boasting a diverse range of programs that encompass solo and group exhibitions, artist residencies, public commissions, educational activities, and collaborations with both public and private entities such as historical monuments, local museums, associations, and non-institutional spaces.
The vision of DEO is to serve as a platform for transnational dialogue while simultaneously supporting the cultural infrastructure of the island, aiming to be recognized as the premier contemporary art summer destination in Europe.
DEO's programs draw inspiration from the island's rich historical, maritime, commercial, social, and cultural roots, consistently attracting a diverse audience, comprised of both Greek and international visitors.
All of DEO’s programs and events are free and open to everyone.
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DEO Projects was established in 2021 and is a registered non-profit cultural organization located on the island of Chios, Greece.
It stands as the sole contemporary art entity on the island, boasting a diverse range of programs that encompass solo and group exhibitions, artist residencies, public commissions, educational activities, and collaborations with both public and private entities such as historical monuments, local museums, associations, and non-institutional spaces.
The vision of DEO is to serve as a platform for transnational dialogue while simultaneously supporting the cultural infrastructure of the island, aiming to be recognized as the premier contemporary art summer destination in Europe.
DEO's programs draw inspiration from the island's rich historical, maritime, commercial, social, and cultural roots, consistently attracting a diverse audience, comprised of both Greek and international visitors.
All of DEO’s programs and events are free and open to everyone.
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Chios island, Greece
