Polyvios Christoforos

Polyvios' Artists Statement

My artistic journey began with the whimsical worlds of children's books, like Dr. Seuss, and the flickering frames of VHS animations. These early influences sparked my imagination and laid the foundation for my creative pursuits.

A pivotal moment came during an art project at the North Shore Education Consortium. Painting a spring scene with trees awakened my passion for creating beautiful works—a piece that still hangs in my home as a reminder of where it all began.

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Inspired by classic animation and real-world scenes, my art bridges playful imagination and tangible observation. Over time, I honed my skills through classes that taught foundational techniques like line, shape, and texture, transforming me into a disciplined and exploratory artist.

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Animation has always been my greatest passion. Influences like Ren & Stimpy, John K., Spumco, Disney classics, and the timeless teachings of Preston Blair and Walter Foster continue to shape my work. Teaching myself animation, I started with flipbooks and now use digital tools like Flash MX to bring my ideas to life.

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Currently, I’m channeling my love for animation and art into new projects, including children’s books, comics, a graphic novel, and an animated student film. I’m also refining my portfolio and expanding my artmaking processes while attending figure drawing sessions to deepen my understanding of form and movement.

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Rooted in storytelling and a fascination with life’s whimsical and authentic moments, my work reflects a balance of imagination and observation. Through my art, I strive to merge the joy of animation with the beauty of traditional techniques, creating works that inspire and captivate—just as my early influences did for me.