Hello, I’m Maria Ploumistaki, a Greek visual artist and educator with a background in archaeology and art history. I merge studio painting with teaching, art direction, and event coordination, drawing on hands-on experience in museums, galleries, and private schools. I’m passionate about creating meaningful art, guiding young artists, and delivering engaging experiences through exhibitions, workshops, and projects. I enjoy teamwork, multitasking, and turning ideas into well-organized results.…

MARIA PLOUMISTAKI

Hello, I’m Maria Ploumistaki, a Greek visual artist and educator with a background in archaeology and art history. I merge studio painting with teaching, art direction, and event coordination, drawing on hands-on experience in museums, galleries, and private schools. I’m passionate about creating meaningful art, guiding young artists, and delivering engaging experiences through exhibitions, workshops, and projects. I enjoy teamwork, multitasking, and turning ideas into well-organized results.…

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Hello, I’m Maria Ploumistaki, a Greek visual artist and educator with a background in archaeology and art history. I merge studio painting with teaching, art direction, and event coordination, drawing on hands-on experience in museums, galleries, and private schools.

I’m passionate about creating meaningful art, guiding young artists, and delivering engaging experiences through exhibitions, workshops, and projects. I enjoy teamwork, multitasking, and turning ideas into well-organized results.

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Language

Greek, Modern
Fluent
English
Fluent
German
Intermediate
Italian
Beginner

Work Experience

Archaeologist (Internship) at Museum of Byzantine Culture, Thessaloniki
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2016
Archaeologist internship at the Museum of Byzantine Culture in Thessaloniki.
Tour Guide (Contract on behalf of A.U.Th.) at Byzantine Museum of Thessaloniki
September 1, 2016 - December 1, 2016
Tour guide contract for the Byzantine Museum of Thessaloniki (Sep–Dec 2016).
Art Instructor at ArtHouse by Elli Kallisora
September 1, 2016 - July 1, 2018
Art instruction roles at ArtHouse, Sep 2016 – Jul 2018.
Art Director at Circle1 Gallery, Berlin (Remote)
March 1, 2021 - August 1, 2023
Art Director for Circle1 Gallery, remote from Berlin.
Visual Arts Teacher at Theodoropoulos Private Schools
September 1, 2021 - August 1, 2023
Visual arts teacher, Sep 2021 – Aug 2023.
Visual Arts Teacher at Public Primary Education
September 1, 2023 - June 1, 2024
Visual arts teacher in public primary education, Sep 2023 – Jun 2024.
Hostess / Event Coordinator / Manager at Creta Vitalis Hotel
July 1, 2023 - October 1, 2025
Hostess, event coordinator, and manager.

Education

BA in History & Archaeology, specialization in Archaeology & History of Art at Aristotle University of Thessaloniki – School of Philosophy
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2016
BA in Visual and Applied Arts, specialization in Painting at Aristotle University of Thessaloniki – School of Fine Arts
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2022

Qualifications

ECDL Certified
January 11, 2030 - December 14, 2025

Industry Experience

Education, Media & Entertainment, Travel & Hospitality, Professional Services, Other