THE TEAM 

 

Inspired by similar platforms abroad, FEAST was the result of conversations over supporting sustainability of the arts and creative professionals, and discovering new forms of funding cultural projects.

 

The initiative was fuelled by the lack of state and municipal funds towards artists, funds that have often been channelled into grandiose projects and grand cultural institutions.

 

Having worked in cultural management and participated in urban activism, we have often come across the creative community of Thessaloniki, which has led us to observe that the required financing of a project is often enough surprisingly small.

 

FEAST is an effort to fill this space.

 

 

Argyro Barata

Having always been fond of writing, Argyro started her professional career as an editor in the local newspapers “Macedonia” and “Thessaloniki”. However, when she decided to work for the production of Sani Festival, it proved to be a lifetime experience. As Production Manager, she has contributed in the planning and coordination of many cultural events and urban activism projects, nationwide, while she has cooperated with independent artists and great festivals around the country.

 

Niki Vouimta

With a background in Political Science and European Urban Cultures, Niki has been involved in urban cultural projects in Brussels, Amsterdam, Manchester, and Helsinki. Since 2005 she has worked as a professional event organiser, having also been involved in fundraising for cultural institutions and projects.