Artist Nathalie Kyrou Presents Spatal'eau a Solo Painting on the Theme of Water and the Environment. 15% Proceeds Go to Charity. 9 June- 9 July 09, Cyprus. kyrou.com.
Nathalie Kyrou’s artwork in this exhibition is a reminder of the importance of the world’s most valuable substance: water. Spatal’eau - as the name suggests - brings attention to the serious issue of water (eau) wastage (spatalo in greek). Each piece of art has been designed with a focus on the theme of water and its importance to us, as well as what the effects of water shortage, exacerbated by its wastage, will have on our environment. For more info check Press Release or visit www.kyrou.com.
Lemesos, Cyprus, May 28, 2009 --(PR.com)-- Solo Painting Exhibition
by
Nathalie Kyrou
“Spatal’ eau”
9 / 06 / 2009 – 9 / 07 / 2009
PizzaExpress Limassol
The Opening will be held on June 9th at 7:30pm
Introduction by the Mayor of Limassol, Mr. Andreas Christou
15% of all sales will go to charity.
Nathalie Kyrou’s artwork in this exhibition is a reminder of the importance of the world’s most valuable substance: water. Spatal’eau - as the name suggests - brings attention to the serious issue of water (eau) wastage (spatalo in greek). Each piece of art has been designed with a focus on the theme of water and its importance to us, as well as what the effects of water shortage, exacerbated by its wastage, will have on our environment. This is something which cannot be stressed enough in this day and age when fresh water worldwide is becoming scarce.
Last year was one of the driest Cyprus has ever encountered – it is clear that this island cannot rely on rainfall alone to replenish its depleted water supplies and refill its reservoirs, which reached their lowest water levels ever at the end of 2008. With figures for precipitation frighteningly low, there is reason to be alarmed, especially since the latest report by the Environment Agency (EEA) on Europe’s changing climate predicts the desertification of Cyprus.
The future is bleak: this island will experience more frequent and longer-lasting droughts, and reduced groundwater, which will make quality drinking water hard to find. With the dryness comes a change in scenery too, something which affects Cyprus’ landscape in detrimental ways. Rivers and waterfalls, green fields and orchards of blossom trees; these are images that are starting to belong to the past, a distant memory of a natural Cyprus that is gradually disappearing. With more heat waves and changing weather conditions, even agriculture and tourism are in serious danger, something which affects the entire country’s economy. Better water management is one obvious solution to our water crisis, as are alternative means of water production like desalination, which are, however, costly. Dry taps and dried up fields have been our warning signs, so how can we ourselves now help? The answer is to stop wasting our precious water. To save water means to save Cyprus.
Inspired by Cyprus’s innate beauty, Nathalie’s paintings capture the splendour of nature, but also the change, caused by shortage of water, that is becoming apparent with each day that passes. With a diverse range of thought-provoking paintings, dominated by a plethora of natural colours, Nathalie manages to illustrate, in her own unique and artistic style, the devastation of the situation, whilst tempting you to dive right into her art and revel at how precious and amazing water, as a substance, is. By bringing awareness to people about this significant issue, through a new, creative means, and by donating 15% from the sales of her work towards a related, local charity, Nathalie hopes to be able to contribute in some way and make a difference. The key is to take notice of what is happening and be part of the solution, even in small ways. Every little bit, like every little drop, counts.
PizzaExpress Limassol
14 Spyros Kyprianou,
4043 Yermasoyia
Τel: 25 318 709
Nathalie Kyrou
www.kyrou.com
Email: Nathalie@kyrou.com
Tel: 99 377 363
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by
Nathalie Kyrou
“Spatal’ eau”
9 / 06 / 2009 – 9 / 07 / 2009
PizzaExpress Limassol
The Opening will be held on June 9th at 7:30pm
Introduction by the Mayor of Limassol, Mr. Andreas Christou
15% of all sales will go to charity.
Nathalie Kyrou’s artwork in this exhibition is a reminder of the importance of the world’s most valuable substance: water. Spatal’eau - as the name suggests - brings attention to the serious issue of water (eau) wastage (spatalo in greek). Each piece of art has been designed with a focus on the theme of water and its importance to us, as well as what the effects of water shortage, exacerbated by its wastage, will have on our environment. This is something which cannot be stressed enough in this day and age when fresh water worldwide is becoming scarce.
Last year was one of the driest Cyprus has ever encountered – it is clear that this island cannot rely on rainfall alone to replenish its depleted water supplies and refill its reservoirs, which reached their lowest water levels ever at the end of 2008. With figures for precipitation frighteningly low, there is reason to be alarmed, especially since the latest report by the Environment Agency (EEA) on Europe’s changing climate predicts the desertification of Cyprus.
The future is bleak: this island will experience more frequent and longer-lasting droughts, and reduced groundwater, which will make quality drinking water hard to find. With the dryness comes a change in scenery too, something which affects Cyprus’ landscape in detrimental ways. Rivers and waterfalls, green fields and orchards of blossom trees; these are images that are starting to belong to the past, a distant memory of a natural Cyprus that is gradually disappearing. With more heat waves and changing weather conditions, even agriculture and tourism are in serious danger, something which affects the entire country’s economy. Better water management is one obvious solution to our water crisis, as are alternative means of water production like desalination, which are, however, costly. Dry taps and dried up fields have been our warning signs, so how can we ourselves now help? The answer is to stop wasting our precious water. To save water means to save Cyprus.
Inspired by Cyprus’s innate beauty, Nathalie’s paintings capture the splendour of nature, but also the change, caused by shortage of water, that is becoming apparent with each day that passes. With a diverse range of thought-provoking paintings, dominated by a plethora of natural colours, Nathalie manages to illustrate, in her own unique and artistic style, the devastation of the situation, whilst tempting you to dive right into her art and revel at how precious and amazing water, as a substance, is. By bringing awareness to people about this significant issue, through a new, creative means, and by donating 15% from the sales of her work towards a related, local charity, Nathalie hopes to be able to contribute in some way and make a difference. The key is to take notice of what is happening and be part of the solution, even in small ways. Every little bit, like every little drop, counts.
PizzaExpress Limassol
14 Spyros Kyprianou,
4043 Yermasoyia
Τel: 25 318 709
Nathalie Kyrou
www.kyrou.com
Email: Nathalie@kyrou.com
Tel: 99 377 363
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