Errika Gerakiti

Errika has a master's degree in Modern and Contemporary History and she is really into History of Art. Some of her favorite artists are Otto Dix, Zdzislaw Beksinski, Frida Kahlo and Vincent Van Gogh. In her free time, she reads literature, she listens to music, she enjoys a good old movie and she creates miniatures of macabre versions of classic fairytales.

Stories By Errika Gerakiti

Contemporary Art

Michael Lombard Exhibition at Tinta Naranja Urban Gallery
By Errika GerakitiOctober 5, 2020
This November, a very different exhibition will happen at Tinta Naranja Urban Gallery in Mexico City. Eleven artworks by Michael Lombard will take up the walls. The collection is called Parodic Heresia. That is, classic art...
Artists' Stories

A Fierce Romance of Art and Fashion: The Friendship of Salvador Dali and Coco Chanel
By Errika GerakitiSeptember 18, 2020
When Dali moved to Paris in 1926, Chanel was already a famous fashion designer. Dali had already worked in the fashion industry, as he had collaborated with Elsa Schiaparelli. But, Coco also introduced him to theatrical...
dailyart

Dior AW 2020-21: Deconstructing Art References
By Errika GerakitiSeptember 15, 2020
Maria Grazia Chiuri is famous for creating spectacular collections and phantasmagorical shows. Each show is unique, not just for the beautiful clothes, but also for the attention to detail. Chiuri’s goal is to showcase women artists...
Art Travels

Alexander the Great and His Mermaid Sister in Greek Folklore
By Errika GerakitiSeptember 7, 2020
There is no need for a long introduction to Alexander the Great’s place in history; he is one of the most famous military leaders and he has been depicted many times in both ancient and modern...
Art Forms

Makeup Inspired by Art
By Errika GerakitiAugust 17, 2020
Makeup is a powerful thing. It can transform us into whoever or whatever we want. Many makeup artists create stunning looks for every occasion we can imagine. Also let’s not forget their talent when it comes...
21st century

Punk in Art: Steampunk, Dieselpunk, and Cyberpunk
By Errika GerakitiJuly 28, 2020
There are many artistic styles and genres not recognized by the official art world. In some cases, the artists of a certain genre struggle for acknowledgement. Their works might be technically excellent but for one reason...
Art History 101

Art Nouveau Explained
By Errika GerakitiJuly 14, 2020
Art Nouveau is one of the most distinguished styles in art. Even though its duration was brief, it quickly became a fetish of the elite. It spread through all social groups and classes. It was an...
dailyart

5 Greek Female Artists You Should Know
By Errika GerakitiJuly 8, 2020
The debate around the position of women in art is going even further every year. On a global level there have been studies, articles, and books about women artists that had a huge impact in the...
dailyart

5 Books About Van Gogh You Have to Read
By Errika GerakitiMay 21, 2020
Vincent van Gogh is one of those artists whose reputation precedes them. The tormented child of the art, the cursed artist, the madman, the genius, the weird, or the eccentric are only a few of the...
20th century

The Scary Dr. Caligari: German Expressionism and Horror Movies
By Errika GerakitiMay 15, 2020
Expressionism is a movement with many branches. It inspired many different artists and each one of them embraced it differently. Above all, it encouraged experimentation with art. The goal was no longer to imitate nature. Rather,...