Greek-Australian artists raise funds for medical research through exhibition
An art show opens at ANU this month. Half the money from artwork sales will fund research into autoimmune diseases.
Greek-Australian painters, sculptors and photographers are showing their work at ANU. The 10-day exhibition starts November 5.
The Art of Giving: Filotimo Group Exhibition runs until November 15. Featured artists include George Raftopoulos.
Half of every artwork sale will be given to the ANU Centre for Personalised Medicine. This centre does research and patient care, studying what causes autoimmune diseases.
Artist and curator Yanni Pounartzis said the artists joined together in the spirit of filotimo. This is a Greek word meaning the love of honour and the quiet duty to do right by your community.
The opening night is Thursday, November 5, from 6:30pm to 8:30pm. Tickets cost $15.
Greek food and drinks will be served. All proceeds go to the Australiasian Hellenic Educational Progressive Association.
Entry to the exhibition is free. It is at The Gallery, Level 2, Lowitja O'Donoghue Cultural Centre, ANU.
- 10 days
- Exhibition duration
- Thursday, November 5
- Opening night date
- $15
- Opening ticket price
- George Raftopoulos
- Featured artist
Why it mattersThe exhibition honours Greek-Australian culture. It sends money to research that fights diseases many Australians face.
AustraliaCanberra residents interested in art, Greek culture or medical research can attend free or ticketed events while supporting a local university research centre.
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