Lia Lapithi

Lapithi works around autobiographical experiences and the political Cyprus issue of her divided island. Her recent works are on LOVE, peace and immigration, through social interaction events, documenting and recreating them through installations. LIA LAPITHI born in 1963 in Cyprus lives and works in Nicosia. Studied Art and Environmental Design at the University of California Santa Cruz (1979-1983), followed by a Master of Philosophy at Lancaster University (1984) and a Masters degree in Architecture from Kent Institute of Art and Design, Canterbury School of Architecture (1991). She also holds a Masters in Art Education from the University of Wales (1994). At first influenced by the relationship of medicine/medical art, her artistic work later evolved around environmental and political issues, especially the Cyprus issue, touching upon the sensitive political situation of the divided island. Her recent works are on food-art related events, including interactive social performances. Her work has been present