Opening of 3 of her exhibitions in Monaco

Opening of the exhibitions in Monaco entitled “Between Earth and Heaven” – April 22, 2024, World Earth Day.

The opening of the 3 exhibitions of the famous Greek artist Mina Papatheodorou-Valyraki in Monaco took place with great success, on April 22 – World Earth Day, whose works are exhibited simultaneously in the 3 buildings:

⦁ The PRINCE ALBERT II of Monaco FOUNDATION
Until May 30th only by appointment with the curator 50% of the proceeds will be allocated to the “PRINCE ALBERT II of Monaco FOUNDATION”

⦁ YellowKorner Monaco, 1 Av. Henry Dunant, Monaco Monday – Friday: 10:00 – 19:00
and Saturday: 10:00 – 18:00, until May 30. 10% of the proceeds will go to the “PRINCE ALBERT II of Monaco FOUNDATION”

⦁ Stelios Philanthropic Foundation, 14 Quai Antoine 1er, Monaco Monday – Saturday 13:00-15:00,
until May 7 10% of the proceeds will be allocated to the “PRINCE ALBERT II of Monaco FOUNDATION”

The presentation of the works culminated with a cocktail given to the Stelios Philanthropic Foundation, with the support of the Communauté Hellénique de Monaco.

Curator of the exhibition: Elia Tsouvelekaki

Mina invites viewers on a transcendental journey, “from earth to sky”, to explore the complex connections between earth and sky, humanity and nature. Throughout history, trees have featured prominently in art, mythology and culture, symbolizing growth, renewal and the cycle of life. In the face of environmental challenges such as deforestation, habitat loss and pollution, Mina uses her creative talent to raise awareness and inspire action.

It is not the first time that Mina supports the “PRINCE ALBERT II of Monaco FOUNDATION”. In 2019, she donated one of her artworks to be auctioned at the Protect the Mediterranean from Plastics charity gala, which is chaired by the Prince himself. The painting was also signed by Prince Albert II and the proceeds from the sale were donated to the “PRINCE ALBERT II of Monaco FOUNDATION”. The first time Mina exhibited her works in Monaco was in 2000 and since then she has exhibited three more times in 2004, 2018 and 2024.

The presence at the site was many, from the USA, Italy, Monaco and Greece:

John Biffar, director and holder of 5 EMMY awards, who took footage and interviews from the exhibition, to include them in the documentary he is preparing for National Geographic about the hurricane that hit Florida, USA, entitled “HURRICANE”.

The representatives of PRINCE ALBERT II of Monaco FOUNDATION, Mrs. Laurence VAN ZEVEREN – director and Mrs. Celine Vacquier – organizer of his exhibitions.

The entire Greek community of Monaco was present, the President Katerina Lanara, all the members of the Board of Directors such as Mr. Grigoris Stasinopoulos with his wife Katerina, Mr. Leonidas Kampanis, Mr. Anastasakis, the honorary President of the community Ms. Sophia Vahari-Tsouvelekakis, gallerist Iro Vahari-Kampani, curator Elya Tsouvelekakis.

From Greece, Mrs. Georgia Samara, Mrs. Lana Mandila and her husband P. Gavrielidis, the professor of medicine Mrs. Irini Koutsoukou with her daughter Olga, Mr. and Mrs. Rita Xenaki of EFG, Mrs. Evelina Maha wife of the consul of Greece in Monaco, Mrs. Athanasia Stegou, the Member of Parliament of Dodecanese Mr. Vassilis Ypsilantis, the artist’s collaborators in the museum premises Mr. and Mrs. Eva Prevena of PREPACK ART, the architect Mr. Thanasis Papatheodorou – brother of the artist – with his sons Christos and Alexandros.
Technocritics, collectors, representatives of Monaco’s art, culture and business world also attended.