Club Vivanova in partnership with Varvara Roza Galleries, MUA Multi-Family Office and M invite selected VIPs to an exclusive night of natural wines, art and networking. This exceptional evening will showcase the award-winning art of Philip Tsiaras and will include a short presentation by MUA Multi-Family Office on the attractiveness of Monaco as a prime location for residence and investment.
GALLERY EIGHT ART EXHIBITION & MONACO UNITED ADVISORS NETWORKING
Wednesday 5th June 2024 . 6pm
Gallery Eight . 8 Duke Street, Mayfair
Monaco Networking Cocktail
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Club Vivanova in partnership with Varvara Roza Galleries, MUA Multi-Family Office and M invite selected VIPs to an exclusive night of natural wines, art and networking.
This exceptional evening will showcase the award-winning art of Philip Tsiaras and will include a short presentation by MUA Multi-Family Office on the attractiveness of Monaco as a prime location for residence and investment.
MUA Multi-Family Office, who advises more than 200 international families, will contribute to this exclusive event by offering comprehensive insights into the tax, legal, private and operational ramifications associated with changing residence and investment for business and individuals.
You will have the opportunity and meet the Varvara Roza Galleries and the MUA Multi-Family Office teams during the cocktail.
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Varvara Roza Galleries and The Blender Gallery Present their Second Major Solo Exhibition by Philip Tsiaras - The Return of The Superdot
This exhibition will be featuring a historic survey of paintings by prolific international artist Philip Tsiaras. The opening event will take place on Wednesday November 30th, 2022, at Varvararozagalleries, Gallery 8, 8 Duke Street, St. James, SW1Y 6BN in Mayfair. A full-length, hardbound book entitled “The SUPERDOT”, published by Key Books, will accompany the exhibition. The New York-based artist will attend the opening.
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The SUPERDOT is a series of highly detailed, colourful Dot Portraits depicting celebrated and powerful personalities from the fields of art, music, cinema, politics, fashion, and high society. From Princess Grace Kelly, Elon Musk, Audrey Hepburn, and George Michael to geopolitical portraits such as "Chairman Mao with a Twist" and the "Trump & Putin Duet", which combines two controversial characters in one Siamese dotted body.
The SUPERDOT is also a retrospective of Tsiaras dot-related works covering three decades of the use of the Dot, focusing on the artist's personal obsession with the Horse as the primary subject. Tsiaras idiosyncratic and heroic horses traverse time and stylistic trends resulting in a mosaic of articulated sensuality and personal eccentricity.
About Philip Tsiaras
Philip Tsiaras is an award-winning contemporary artist of Greek origin, who lives and works in New York City. Since 1974 he made more than 80 one-person exhibitions, including: Seattle Museum of Art, The National Museum of Contemporary Art, Thessaloniki; Mannheimer Kunstverien, Mannheim; Bernier Gallery, Athens; Studio Palazzoli, Milan; Shea & Beker Gallery, New York; Margulies/Taplin Gallery, Miami; Tegnerforbundet Gallery, Oslo; Museum Santa Apollonia, Venice; Gallerie Dominion, Montreal; Swank/ The Regency-Intercontinental, Hong Kong; Newport Art Museum, R.I., Villa Reale, Monza; The Currier Museum, N.H,; Spazio Cavallieri di Malta; Syracusa, Pinakotech of the Cyclades, Syros; International Contemporary Art Fair, Istanbul; Bienalle of Photography, Torino; De Novo Gallery, Sun Valley; Cento St. Benin, Aosta; Donopoulos International Fine Arts Gallery, Thessaloniki; Pinakotech of Ithaca, Museum of Contemporary Art,Crete; Museum of Photography,Thessaloniki; Stella Art Foundation, Moscow; Museum of Modern Art, Shenzhen; HG Guggenheim Gallery, New York City.
Tsiaras works in a great range of media–painting, photography, glass, ceramic, and bronze. He has exhibited in the Venice Biennale three times and produced a ten-foot bronze sculpture on the Grand Canal entitled “Social Climber”.
Philip Tsiaras has been the recipient of many national prizes including The American Academy Award for Poetry; The Thomas Watson Fellowship; New York State C.A.P.S grant; Two N.E.A. National Endowment Grants for Arts; nomination for the Blickle Stiftung International Photography Prize, Germany; and The Generali Assicurazioni Gold Metal Award for “Civilita” Venice.
Philip Tsiaras’ works are widely collected in corporate, private, and important museum collections including the Metropolitan Museum of Art. Fifteen books and catalogues are attributed to his work, most notably monographs published by Electa and Mondadori books, and a book of photographs entitled, “Family Album” published by Contrasto, Rome. A recent 30-year retrospective of photography entitled Philip Tsiaras SUPEREAL was published by the Museum of Photography Thessaloniki.
His paintings have been described by Artforum as “…lavish and vibrant paintings of extravagant color and intricate formations.”
Tsiarias’s oeuvre covers a variety of art forms including painting, photography, ceramics, bronze, and glass sculpting. Tsiaras’s Dot technique is a unique marriage of Pop Art influences from 60s New York with art historical influences drawn from his Greek heritage.
Renowned Art Critic Donald Kuspit said of the artist: “Tsiaras is, above all, ‘ancient blood in a modern organism’, raised and educated in an advanced American culture; assuming that “Mediterranean” is not only a geographic connotation but also way of understanding a complicated and mutable cultural dimension.”
About Varvara Roza Galleries
Varvara Roza Galleries is an Executive Arts Gallery and Advisory Firm promoting Overseas Artists & Greece’s Brightest Artists Worldwide Committed to Cultural Leadership. CEO of Varvara Roza Galleries is Varvara Roza.
Varvara Roza is an Art manager and advisor with a passion for bringing overseas and Greece’s brightest artists into the global art market. She does have a track record of organizing cultural events on a large scale not only in Greece but also in London, Paris, Berlin, and rest of Europe. As a successful businesswoman in the energy industry and former politician in her home country of Greece, she had always had a love for contemporary art, collecting for over 20 years. Varvara is passionately combining the two great loves in her life. Her political and entrepreneurial life in Greece and London with her enduring love for art and its evolution. In doing so, she has decided to strongly support and promote contemporary art in London which is the centre of Art and determines the art market to a great extent. Her personal goal is to promote contemporary artists and help them gain international recognition for their inspiring work. She works hard strategically on creating an investment for the artists as well as the clients that decides to work and collaborate with.
Varvara specializes in contemporary art by established and emerging international artists, and she is determined to feature a multitude of artistic disciplines with an intent focus on exceptional talent, diversity and cultural relevance. Dedicated to supporting rare talent and making their work globally accessible, she works hard to ensure the highest level of excellence and integrity across Europe.
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About Jason Theophanidis:
Jason Theophanidis, a bilingual British/Greek entrepreneur living in Athens Greece, is the owner and Managing Director of The Blender Gallery, based in Athens Riviera. With a background in 2D design,Theophandis worked as an artist, exhibiting in London and Athens, which gave him a unique insight into the needs and requirements of artists and collectors alike. Having truly lived both sides of the industry, and with a deep passion for art, he soon realised that he could do so much more for the industry by helping and managing other artists, which led to him opening The Blender Gallery. Since 2012 he has been working with his team to promote upcoming artists in Greece and abroad, as well as giving established artists a modern space in which to showcase their artwork. Because of his Greek-British heritage and a wanderlust that saw him travel the world, he has managed to bring a multitude of new ideas and concepts to ‘The Blender Gallery’ that set it apart from other galleries in Greece.
The Blender Gallery is a 400 m2 state of the art modern gallery, constantly evolving and situated in Southern Athens. Jason specifically designed the gallery to be incredibly versatile to meet all artist requirements. The concept for The Blender Gallery was born when Jason was working as a graphic designer and artist in a space shared with other creative individuals that they affectionately referred to as ‘the Blender’, due to their different disciplines. Jason believes that all creative forms of expression are art forms, and this concept remains strong within the ethos of the gallery today, establishing ‘The Blender Gallery’ as one of the leading galleries in Athens.
Exhibition Title: The Superdot
Dates: November 30 to December 23, 2022
Venue: Gallery 8, 8 Duke Street St. James's, London SW1Y 6BN
Invitation only private view in collaboration with Club Vivanova on Wednesday November 30 from 6.30pm to 10:00 pm
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Monday to Sunday from 11:30am - 8:00pm
Top Destinations with Luxury Concierge Service - Must Visit Places in London
London – a city of dreams is a top destination for travellers all around the world. In this jam-packed article, you will get to know some of the must-visit destinations, parks, bars and activities. Let’s start:
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DESTINATIONS
1. British Museum – An architectural beauty and a trove of some of the world’s most noted antiquities. Many travellers it’s the best museum in all of London.
2. Tower of London – it comprises multiple towers – 12 of which can be explored by the public and offers something for everyone. From the history of the monarch to the famous crown jewels exhibition, the visit will be worth your time and ticket money, completely.
3. Buckingham Palace – The London home of Queen Elizabeth II, is open for tour (except for the queen’s private quarters, of course) in the summers and select dates during the winter and spring.
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PARKS
1. Hampstead Heath – A playground for picnickers, dog-walkers, and nature-lovers.
2. Battersea Park – gives beautiful Thames’ views, an art gallery (The Pump House) and a family-run zoo.
3. Brockwell Park – flock here in summer to sun-worship, fly kites, swim in the outside pool, play football and parade all kinds of dogs.
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The Prestigious WATCHPRO Salon Returns to London This November 2022
The biggest luxury watch show of the year in the UK, WATCHPRO Salon, is taking place from 11 to 12 November at The Londoner, a sensational 5-star hotel that opened last year right on Leicester Square.
The show is packed with inspiring watchmakers ranging from the hottest artisan independents such as Laurent Ferrier, Zeitwinkel and Czapek & Cie up to commercial giants including Grand Seiko, Maurice Lacroix, Oris and DOXA. In all, we expect to have over 50 brands to discover.
There is also a lively seminar programme at Salon including Robert-Jan Broer, founder of Fratello Watches and Omega Speedmaster enthusiast club Speedy Tuesday, doing a talk on the origins of the club and the phenomenon of the community. RedBar co-founder Kathleen McGivney will host a special session with collectorsfollowed by the long-awaited London global meet up.
Confirmed exhibitors, a list that is growing by the day, include:
Allemano | anOrdain | Ball Watch | Bianchet | Bomberg | Bonhams | Byrne Watches | Charles Girardier | Cyrus | Czapek & Cie. | Doxa | eBay | Elliot Brown | Encelade 1789 | Grand Seiko | Hanhart | Herbelin | Ikepod | Junghans | Kauri Watches | Laurent Ferrier | Luminox | Marathon | Maurice Lacroix | Montres L. Leroy | Minase Watches |Oligo | Oris | Perrelet | QlockTwo | Reservoir Watches | Scatola Del Tempo | Seiko | Sequent | SevenFriday | Sherpa Watches | Sinn | Speake-Marin | Squale | Swiss Capsule | Swiss Kubik | Victorinox | William Wood Watches | Zeitwinkel | Zodiac Watches
“WATCHPRO Salon is a prestigious event, but we are making it accessible to everybody with a passion for watches,” says head of WATCHPRO Live Lucy Cheesewright.
The show debuted last year and was universally acclaimed for mixing blockbuster brands with independents that are rarely, if ever, seen in the UK to a delighted audience of watch lovers.
“Something interesting is happening in the world of watch events. Following the implosion of Baselworld, there are hundreds of watchmakers that have nowhere to show their latest novelties while, at the same time, the number of people with a passion for timekeepers has exploded, particularly in the UK,” notes WATCHPRO co-founder Rob Corder. “WATCHPRO Salon is an event where seasoned collectors and recent converts to the joys of horology can indulge in their passion,” he adds.
There are various sessions that the public can attend including a VIP Preview on Friday 11 in the afternoon which includes private meetings with watchmakers along with champagne and canapés. Tickets are £100. This will be followed by our opening night cocktail party, tickets priced at £45.
General admission is all day Saturday 12 and tickets are £20.
Ticket sessions:
VIP Champagne Preview, Fri 11 2-5:30
Opening Night Cocktail Fri 11 5:30-8:30
General Admission Sat 12 10-6:00
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Corporate Partner Landmass Brings London Design to Monaco Partnered with Red White Design
Imagine if you could have a luxurious apartment and home designed to your bespoke taste and style. Imagine you could have a carefully select- ed and vetted team of trusted design experts and project managers on hand whilst receiving a beautifully designed home. Imagine you could have the best of both worlds – a Monaco home with a London design. With Landmass and Red White Design, you can.
With Landmass and Red White Design you get the perfect partnership, a fusion of award-winning design coupled with expert project management. Along with the combination of a Monaco based project team and a London designteam, you get the added benefit of local knowledge and expertise coupled with London design and dynamism. You will have the unique advantage of having a Monaco home designed by a London designer and tailored to your taste, style, and budget.
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Landmass London are award-winning designers based in Soho and have recently attained their Monaco interior design licence to bring London design to Monaco. We have designed over 40 properties and are recognised as pioneers in design. We pride ourselves on our luxurious, understated, timeless designs, maximising space and light to create breath-taking homes for our clients.
Red White Design
Red White Design are an established and experienced project management team based in Monaco with a reputation for being young and dynamic. We are project management experts and have a vast local knowledge of the Monaco area. Well-practiced and skilled, we have delivered numerous projects in Monaco, ensuring they are on time, budget and achieve the highest standards.
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Dressing for the European Spring Season in the Chilly Breezes of the Winter Past and the Warming Sun of an Arriving Summer
The weather in spring can be deceptive in Europe, and you may experience the summer warmth, the chilly air of winter and spring drizzle, all in one day. While the weather is all pleasant and nature is in bloom again, with new leaves signalling the fresh Spring, you might be once again wondering what to wear!
Dressing for the summer is easy, and it is easy even for the chilling winters, but deciding on your attire for a season that has the touch of both, is a difficult task indeed. You need a wardrobe that not only reflects your personality, one which is easy enough for the warm hours. If you are also struggling with the same, Lady Row Couture Dress Coat is the answer to your prayers.
Many like to sport jeans with tees or a blouse, coupled with a good scarf or a jacket. It is perfect for a casual day out with your girl gang. But for women who wish to look a little more sophisticated, a Lady Row Couture Dress Coat is just the right choice. It is also ideal for a more formal evening, and you can flaunt it even when you are going out on a date.
A Lady Row Couture Dress Coat looks good in almost any setup. You may be heading out for a family gathering, or it might be your friend's wedding, a dress coat is a safe and elegant choice. But this timeless garment is our favourite not only because it looks good and you can wear it everywhere, but also because of its utility. No matter what the weather is, you will always find a dress coat from the house of Lady Row, to save the day. Whether the sun rays are filling the day with their warmth, or the cold wind is the reminder of the lingering winter, or even if the rain decides to take you by surprise, the Couture Dress Coat will help you survive the ever-changing weather, and at the same time, help you ace your style game.
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For the cooler Spring days, you may also choose to go for a dress coat in leather, embellished with carefully hand-drawn motifs from nature, and decked up with some beads and pearls to set it a class apart. Team this with a pair of long earrings and ankle-high boots, and you are ready to turn heads wherever you go. This will double up as party wear as well, so you can dance your heart out in this!
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