Alekos Fassianos believed in eternity—the eternal nature of humanity, cities, and myths. That nothing truly dies. Everything transforms. He once wrote: ‘Our whole life is a myth. But at least let it be a beautiful one.’ For him, myths weren’t ancient history, but living stories that speak to us now. His art is deeply symbolic: every element has meaning. Myths helped him connect those symbols to a form that people can relate to and recognize. PORTES EDITOR: Your father, Alekos

Battery operated car by Christos Papaevangelou, of Christos & Evangelos Papaevangelou OE, FINO, 1970s. The 1950s marked a significant turning point in the evolution of toys in Greece. Emerging from the hardships of war, occupation, and civil conflict, Greek society began reshaping its understanding of childhood and play.  In an era when the abundance of modern toys was unimaginable, parents prioritized education and the hope of a better life. Christmas and New Years gifts oft

Artist Annezina Dampolia blends architectural precision with ancient symbolism to explore femininity, identity, and cultural heritage. Her signature Logo Lady —inspired by figures from 8th-century skyphoi—embodies strength, motherhood, and liberation, reclaiming the reverence once given to the female form. Rooted in her background in architecture and monument restoration, Dampolia’s work bridges the geometric harmony of antiquity with the emotional depth of modern womanhood,

Ceramic artist Christina Morali merges a rich family legacy of artistry with a lifelong dedication to applied arts and design. Growing up surrounded by creative influences, including her uncle Yannis Moralis, she learned to embrace evolution in her work, moving seamlessly between ceramics, sculpture, and functional objects while experimenting with materials, textures, and forms. Morali is particularly known for her inventive recreations of vintage brands, porcelain exploratio

Portes No. 11 Featured Cover Artist Theodora Miller began her creative journey during a profound period of healing and transformation after a traumatic brain injury. What started as a simple act of recovery—painting freely, without expectation or pressure—evolved into a deeply restorative practice that nurtured her physical, emotional, and spiritual renewal. Deeply rooted in her Hellenic heritage, Miller draws inspiration from the mythology, poetry, and landscapes of Greece,

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