Graphic Stories Vol.12 Continues Its Journey in Paphos

Documentary screening, international poster exhibition and creative workshops in Part B of the 12th Visual Communication ConFest

Following the successful completion of Part A of Graphic Stories Vol.12 | 12th Visual Communication ConFest in Larnaka in May 2026, this year’s edition continues its journey in Pafos, presenting Part B with a three-day programme dedicated to visual communication, poetry, cinema, creative expression and the connection between art and society.

Graphic Stories Cyprus is delighted to announce the continuation of its 12th edition in Pafos, which is held with the support and collaboration of the Municipality of Pafos and co-organised with the Petridion Foundation. For the second consecutive year, Graphic Stories returns to Pafos, strengthening the cultural presence of the event in the city and creating new opportunities for public participation.

From 17 to 19 July 2026, the public in Pafos will have the opportunity to attend the screening of the poetic documentary “Mikis Theodorakis – Iakovos Kambanellis: MAUTHAUSEN”, take part in creative workshops for children and adults, and visit the international poster exhibition “Poetry Speaks Loud”, featuring works by creators from around the world.

FRIDAY, JULY 17TH

Documentary Screening at Attikon

The programme begins on Friday, 17 July, at 18:30, at the Attikon Cultural Centre, with the screening of the documentary “Mikis Theodorakis – Iakovos Kambanellis: MAUTHAUSEN”.The 91-minute documentary is presented in Greek with English subtitles and approaches, through a poetic, musical and cinematic lens, the landmark work of two leading figures of Greek culture, Mikis Theodorakis and Iakovos Kambanellis. Through the power of music, poetry, memory and image, the film opens a deeply human dialogue on history, loss, survival and dignity.

Music: Mikis Theodorakis
Poetry / unpublished text: Iakovos Kambanellis
Direction: Panagiotis Kountouras, Aristarchos Papadaniel
Production: Syllipsis

The documentary screening is offered free of charge. Seat reservation is required for the better organisation of the event.

Venue: Attikon Multicultural Space

WEEKEND, JULY 18-19TH

Creative Workshops for Adults and Children

On Saturday, 18 July, from 11:00 to 13:00, the workshop “Audiovisual Epigram: An Everlasting Farewell” will take place at Palia Ilektriki, led by Aristarchos Papadaniel. The workshop draws inspiration from the ancient art of epigrammatic poetry and explores the connection between the visible and the invisible, loss, memory and storytelling. Participants will creatively approach thoughts, images and emotions that have not yet been expressed, transforming personal memory into audiovisual expression.

On the same day, from 11:00 to 13:00, the children’s workshop “Poetry Becomes a Poster” will take place at En Plo Gallery, led by Angeliki Athanasiadi and Eirini Karotsi. The workshop is designed for children and is inspired by the theme of the international poster exhibition “Poetry Speaks Loud”. Children will be guided through the exhibition space, observe selected posters and discover how poetry, words and emotions can be transformed into images. They will then create their own poster, inspired by what they have seen and experienced.

On Sunday, 19 July, from 11:00 to 13:00, the experiential workshop “Art Empowerment”, titled “Self-Awareness through Poetry and Creativity”, will take place at En Plo Gallery, led by Angeliki Athanasiadi. It is a workshop of creative expression and self-awareness, using art, poetry, words and image as tools for personal empowerment, inner connection and free expression.

No previous experience in painting, drawing or creative practice is required for participation in the workshops. Materials are provided by the organisers, while workshop participants will receive a special kit including a bag, notebook / sketchbook and pen.

Places in the workshops are limited and reservation is required.

International Poster Exhibition “Poetry Speaks Loud”

On Saturday, 18 July, at 19:00, the opening of the international poster exhibition “Poetry Speaks Loud” will take place at En Plo Gallery.

The exhibition presents 104 posters by creators from around the world, who were invited to visualise poetry and give form to verses, emotions and poetic voices that inspired them.

Each poster is a personal interpretation of poetry, a dialogue between word and image, language, typography, colour and composition. Through different cultures, aesthetics and visual languages, the exhibition creates a global mosaic of visual poetry.

The exhibition will run from 18 July to 2 August 2026. Admission to the opening and the exhibition is free.

Programme at a Glance

Friday, 17 July
19:00 | Attikon Cultural Centre, Pafos
Documentary screening “Mikis Theodorakis – Iakovos Kambanellis: MAUTHAUSEN”

Saturday, 18 July
11:00–13:00 | Palia Ilektriki, Pafos
Workshop “Audiovisual Epigram: An Everlasting Farewell” with Aristarchos Papadaniel

11:00–13:00 | En Plo Gallery, Pafos
Children’s workshop “Poetry Becomes a Poster” with Angeliki Athanasiadi and Eirini Karotsi

19:00 | En Plo Gallery, Pafos
Opening of the international poster exhibition “Poetry Speaks Loud”

Sunday, 19 July
11:00–13:00 | En Plo Gallery, Pafos
Workshop “Art Empowerment” with Angeliki Athanasiadi

Information and Reservations

All activities take place in person. The documentary screening and admission to the exhibition opening are FREE of charge.

For the documentary screening, seat reservation is required for the better organisation of the event. Places in the workshops are limited and reservation is required.

Visual communication concerns everyone!

More Information: www.graphicstories.org
Program: www.graphicstoriescyprus.com/program
Tickets: www.graphicstoriescyprus.com/tickets

Organiser: Graphic Stories Cyprus
Co-Organiser: Petrideion Foundation
Supported by: Pafos Municipality

Supporters:
Cyprus Computer Society
Kemanes Printshop

Media Sponsors:
RIK, Sigma TV, Politis Newspaper, Politis Radio, Parathyro, Digital Tree, Avant Garde, Fast Forward