ISEC | "Environmental Concerns of Greek Visual Artists" Eleanna Martinou 12.03.2025

Eleanna Martinou, PhD, delivering the Keynote Lecture of the Closing Session of the 3rd Interdisciplinary School for Environmental Crisis organised by ARISTEiA-Institute for the Advancement of Research and Education in Arts, Sciences and Technology. Eretria, Euboia March 12, 2025 ISEC-3 Closing Keynote Lecture Introduction: Dr. Eleanna Martinou I am delighted to welcome the Keynote Speaker of the closing session of the 3rd Interdisciplinary School for Environmental Crisis, Dr. Eleanna Martinou. Dr. Martinou is a visual artist and musician whose profound body of work has earned her recognition on both national and international stages. Born in Athens, Dr. Martinou’s artistic journey began at the Athens School of Fine Arts, where she cultivated her passion for visual expression and earned her Master’s degree in 2009. Her artistic foundation has been further enriched by her extensive musical studies at the Athens Conservatoire (1987-2003), which introduced her to the concept of rhythm—a theme that remains central to her art. She recently received her PhD in Art and Philosophy from the Athens School of Fine Arts. Dr. Martinou’s work embodies a seamless blend of complexity and connectivity, exploring themes such as human networks, perpetual motion, urban life, and the quest for freedom. Her creations ranging from paintings and digital polyptychs to three-dimensional constructions reflect a fascination with the flow of rhythm in both nature and human experience. Across her journey in painting, she has tackled ambitious projects, including studies of dystopia, architectural traces, and urban wandering, each revealing intricate layers of meaning. Her art is not merely visual but experiential, inviting viewers to engage deeply with its rhythmic flow and dynamic forms. Through numerous solo and group exhibitions, Eleanna has shared her vision across Greece and beyond, leaving a lasting impression on audiences. Today’s Keynote Lecture offers a rare opportunity to all of us to delve into Dr. Martinou’s creative philosophy and understand how the interplay of rhythm, flow, and freedom that is characteristic of her work serve as a perception filter of how the Environmental Crisis is reflected on artistic creation. Prepare to be inspired as she guides us through her unique artistic point of view, regarding how art can transcend boundaries and reflect the ever-moving networks of human connection with the environment.