11th International Conference & Festival on Visual Communication, Graphic Stories

Graphic Stories 2025 | Pafos, 18-20 July

This year, Pafos will host the 11th edition of Graphic Stories, a three-day event dedicated to creativity, innovation, and cultural outreach, from the 18th to the 20th of July 2025.

For 11 years, this international institution has been highlighting visual communication, social design, and creative thinking. The event returns with an enriched program of lectures, workshops, and exhibitions.

This year’s event is held with the support of the Municipality of Pafos and is co-organized with the Petrideion Foundation, reinforcing the creative collaboration between cultural institutions and organizations in the city.

The Petrideion Foundation is a charitable organization with an active presence in the fields of sports, education, and culture in Pafos, supporting actions with social and cultural impact.

The official opening of the event will take place on Friday, July 18, at 16:00, at Attikon venue in Pafos.

Opening remarks will be delivered by:

• Mr. Giorgos Pitros, President of the Committee for Culture and Education of the Municipality of Pafos
• Mr. Pantelis Evangelou, Member of the Board of Directors of the Petrides Foundation, representing this year’s co-organizer
• Ms. Christina Papamiltiaou, Public Relations Officer at the Cyprus Computer Society (CCS) and ICDL Cyprus, representing the long-standing supporter of the institution, the Cyprus Computer Society

International Speakers & Inspiring Lectures

Attendees will have the opportunity to enjoy eight insightful talks by renowned professionals and academics:

• Dr. Savvas Chatzichristofis
• Dr. Mike Hajimichael
• Charis Tsevis
• Onur Yazicigil
• Irini Gonou
• Babis Schoinas
• Adam Reeves
• Constantinos Pissourios

The lecture themes will explore typography, calligraphy, artificial intelligence, publishing, and the business dimension of design.

Additionally, the Organization for European Programs and Cultural Relations (OEPCR), represented by assistant officers Margarita Ioannou and Nikos Georgoudis, will present funding opportunities through the EU “Creative Europe” program.

Following the lectures, the documentary “Graphic Stories: Destination” will be screened—a visual journey through the history and philosophy of the non-profit organization Graphic Stories Cyprus.
All talks and the screening will also be available via live streaming.

All talks and the documentary screening will also be available online via live streaming.

Lectures Venue: Attikon Multicultural Space

International Poster Exhibition “TREE & ME”

Graphic Stories 2025 x Calanca Biennale

At the heart of this year’s festival is the International Poster Exhibition “TREE & ME”, accompanied by an Interactive Installation, in collaboration with the Calanca Biennale (Switzerland). The exhibition explores the timeless relationship between humans and trees as symbols of life, growth, and solidarity, featuring 60 designers from 23 countries.

• Exhibition Opening: Saturday, July 19, 2025 – 18:30
• Venue: En Plo Gallery, Pafos
• Opening by: The Honorable Mayor of Paphos, Mr. Phedonas Phedonos
• Exhibition Duration: July 19 – August 4, 2025
• Admission: Free

On Saturday night, an artistic party will follow with reggae music selections by DJ Haji Mike, blending music, poetry, and visual expression.

Exhibition Venue: En Plo Gallery

Specialized Workshops: Education & Inspiration for Creative Professionals

On July 19–20, a series of practical workshops will cover various aspects of design, technology, and personal development:

• AI & Design with Charis Tsevis
• Business for Creatives with Babis Schoinas
• Calligraphy with Irini Gonou
• Comic Illustration with Constantinos Pissourios
• Art Empowerment Experiential Workshop with Aggeliki Athanasiadi
• Children’s Workshop with Stella Paloungou

Workshops Venues: Palia Ilektriki, Children’s Workshop: Avli tis Nefelis

Visual Communication Concerns Us All!

Graphic Stories continues to invest in culture, innovation, and active civic engagement, promoting creative expression as a driving force for social change.

More Information: www.graphicstories.org
Program: www.graphicstoriescyprus.com/program
Contact: graphicstoriescyprus@gmail.com

Memories from the anniversary edition of Graphic Stories in the official 2024 aftermovie: GSC10_2024

Participation details:

• Lectures: In person & Online
• Workshops: In person
• Exhibition: Free admission

Organizer:

Co-Organizer:

Sponsors / Supporters:

• Deputy Ministry of Culture of Cyprus (Department of Contemporary Culture)
• British Council
• Leptos Group
• Cyprus Computer Society

In collaboration with: Boussias Cyprus, Calanca Biennale
Supported by: Municipality of Paphos
Media Sponsors: RIK, Politis Newspaper, Politis Radio 107.6, Expo GR, Digital Tree Media, FastForward & Avant Garde