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Hello! I’m Iro Barou, a multidisciplinary artist and educator based in Thessaloniki. Over the years I have blended art, fashion, and education, guiding students to explore their creativity through wearable art, design thinking, and sustainable practices. My experience spans teaching in public schools, private studios, and workshops, and I also actively contribute as a photographer and designer, with a strong proficiency in digital tools and project management. Driven by curiosity and collaboration, I enjoy designing curricula that honor diverse learning styles and foster curiosity. I’m passionate about circular economy concepts in fashion and art, and I love translating complex ideas into engaging, hands-on projects that empower students and communities.…Hello! I’m Iro Barou, a multidisciplinary artist and educator based in Thessaloniki. Over the years I have blended art, fashion, and education, guiding students to explore their creativity through wearable art, design thinking, and sustainable practices. My experience spans teaching in public schools, private studios, and workshops, and I also actively contribute as a photographer and designer, with a strong proficiency in digital tools and project management. Driven by curiosity and collaboration, I enjoy designing curricula that honor diverse learning styles and foster curiosity. I’m passionate about circular economy concepts in fashion and art, and I love translating complex ideas into engaging, hands-on projects that empower students and communities.

Iro Barou

Photographer, Designer, Costume Designer, +2

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Hello! I’m Iro Barou, a multidisciplinary artist and educator based in Thessaloniki. Over the years I have blended art, fashion, and education, guiding students to explore their creativity through wearable art, design thinking, and sustainable practices. My experience spans teaching in public schools, private studios, and workshops, and I also actively contribute as a photographer and designer, with a strong proficiency in digital tools and project management. Driven by curiosity and collaboration, I enjoy designing curricula that honor diverse learning styles and foster curiosity. I’m passionate about circular economy concepts in fashion and art, and I love translating complex ideas into engaging, hands-on projects that empower students and communities.…Hello! I’m Iro Barou, a multidisciplinary artist and educator based in Thessaloniki. Over the years I have blended art, fashion, and education, guiding students to explore their creativity through wearable art, design thinking, and sustainable practices. My experience spans teaching in public schools, private studios, and workshops, and I also actively contribute as a photographer and designer, with a strong proficiency in digital tools and project management. Driven by curiosity and collaboration, I enjoy designing curricula that honor diverse learning styles and foster curiosity. I’m passionate about circular economy concepts in fashion and art, and I love translating complex ideas into engaging, hands-on projects that empower students and communities.

Available to hire

Hello! I’m Iro Barou, a multidisciplinary artist and educator based in Thessaloniki. Over the years I have blended art, fashion, and education, guiding students to explore their creativity through wearable art, design thinking, and sustainable practices. My experience spans teaching in public schools, private studios, and workshops, and I also actively contribute as a photographer and designer, with a strong proficiency in digital tools and project management.

Driven by curiosity and collaboration, I enjoy designing curricula that honor diverse learning styles and foster curiosity. I’m passionate about circular economy concepts in fashion and art, and I love translating complex ideas into engaging, hands-on projects that empower students and communities.

Skills

Experience Level

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Intermediate

Intermediate

Intermediate

Intermediate

Intermediate

Language

Greek, Modern

Fluent

English

Advanced

Work Experience

Art Design Team Contractor

January 1, 2023 - Present

Collaborated with a private fashion design team to contribute artistic insights and design expertise for innovative, sustainable fashion collections; spearheaded initiatives to integrate circular economy concepts into design practices.

Fashion Art Workshop Instructor at Freelancer

October 1, 2019 - Present

Designed and implemented engaging, age-appropriate curricula merging art and fashion concepts; guided children to create wearable art pieces while nurturing the artistic process.

Art Teacher at Secondary Public Schools

January 1, 2023 - June 1, 2023

Developed and delivered engaging art curriculum for public secondary schools; incorporated circular economy and recycling into art projects; designed specialized educational programs.

WAVE Planner and Outbound Support Specialist at Ceva Logistics

April 1, 2022 - October 1, 2022

Excelled as a WAVE Planner and provided critical support for outbound logistics operations, contributing to efficient order fulfillment; managed SAP-based processes.

Operator – Mentor at Ceva Logistics

January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2022

Led and mentored new team members, improving operational proficiency and efficiency.

Freelance Photographer and Digital Designer at Advertising Company in Limburg

September 1, 2020 - July 1, 2021

Freelanced as photographer and digital designer; contributed to advertising campaigns and graphic design projects.

Private School Art Educator (Cat-Walk) at Private Schools

May 1, 2017 - June 1, 2021

Orchestrated comprehensive courses spanning Art Design, Art History, and Clothes Design; led Cat-Walk wearable art workshops bridging art and fashion.

Art Teacher at Ministry Of Education / Public Schools

January 1, 2023 - Present

Cultivated a dynamic, inclusive learning environment; fostered creativity through innovative lesson plans and collaborative projects; exposed students to diverse art forms.

Photographer Assistant Supervisor at Shoot Me I Am on Holidays

July 1, 2016 - September 1, 2019

Oversaw photo shoots and events with high-end hotels; supervised a team to deliver high-quality visuals and coordinate logistics.

Art Educator at Museum Of Contemporary Art of Rethimno, Crete

October 1, 2017 - August 1, 2018

Delivered art lessons and workshops; contributed to museum education programs.

Camp Instructor at Tsaf-Tsouf Summer Camp

June 1, 2006 - June 1, 2008

Nurtured a diverse range of talents and abilities; taught dance, art & crafts; provided supportive supervision for children with disabilities.

Curator / Exhibitions Organizer at Various (Exhibitions in Greece)

October 1, 2014 - September 1, 2016

Created and organized art and photography exhibitions; pioneered Greece's first Video Art & Psychedelic Art Festival, Tripoteca.