Steve Zafeiriou (b. 1998, Thessaloniki, GR) is a New Media Artist, Technologist, and Founder of Saphire Labs. His practice investigates how technology can influence, shape, and occasionally distort the ways individuals perceive the external world. By employing generative algorithms, electronic circuits, and interactive installations, he examines human behavior in relation to the illusory qualities of perceived reality, inviting observers to reconsider their assumptions and interpretations.

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Critical perspectives on the cultural, ethical, and economic forces shaping contemporary art and technology.

Here, Steve analyzes industry trends, museum futures, AI ethics, creative economies, and the evolving role of artists in a data-saturated world. These essays challenge assumptions and propose alternatives for how cultural institutions can adapt with integrity and intelligence.

Written for decision-makers who want strategic clarity, not hype.

Write the Artist Statement That Actually Gets You Noticed

Most artists treat their statement like a chore.

A paragraph they “should” write.
A mechanical requirement for grants, curators, and exhibitions.

That’s why most artist statements sound the same: flat, vague, and forgettable.

This guide fixes that.

You’ll learn how to craft an artist statement that actually communicates your vision; the kind that helps curators, galleries, and collectors feel your work, not just skim it.

It’s a practical playbook for turning your ideas, influences, and intentions into a narrative that moves people.