Project Description
Beyond Form
Marcus Aitken | Joanna Burtenshaw | Melina Georgouda
The exhibition Beyond Form brings to the forefront the work of artists Marcus Aitken | Joanna Burtenshaw | Melina Georgouda who reinterpret the concept of abstraction through their unique perspectives. A common thread running through their practices is an experimental approach resulting in a multidimensional interpretation of abstraction.
The three artists, each from a distinct background, blend traditional and contemporary practices, pushing the boundaries of materiality and technique. In their work, abstraction is not merely an aesthetic choice but a process shaped by the artist’s relationship with their medium.
We are delighted to announce our new collaboration with British artist Marcus Aitken, who is being presented in Greece for the first time. Aitken is known for his groundbreaking approach to painting, combining bold, spontaneous gestures with experimental textures that amplify the energy of the canvas. His work explores materiality, randomness, and the interplay between color and space, creating an immersive abstract universe.
We are also thrilled to present Joanna Burtenshaw in our space for the first time. Joanna Burtenshaw constructs a world where abstraction meets the subtlety of tonal transitions and the transparency of layered forms. Organic shapes and fluid lines create a sense of motion, while earthy and pastel tones strike a balance between tranquility and the vibrancy of the composition. Burtenshaw delves into the relationship between space and perception, inviting viewers to immerse themselves in an abstract dialogue that oscillates between the tangible and the intangible. Her work, filled with sensitivity and experimentation, bridges the gap between aesthetic experience and emotional resonance.
Lastly, we are proud to present Greek artist Melina Georgouda in Athens for the first time, offering a fresh perspective on contemporary abstraction. Through her distinctive works, Georgouda establishes a visual dialogue that connects color with gestural expression. The linear details she incorporates on the surface imbue the compositions with a sense of transparency and movement, as if charting a continuous exploration of the relationship between geometry and fluidity. Her work is defined by the tension between the solidity of color and the delicacy of her interventions, crafting a dynamic interplay of light and texture that captivates the viewer.
- Beyond Form | Installation View
- Beyond Form | Installation View
- Beyond Form | Installation View
- Beyond Form | Installation View
- Beyond Form | Joanna Burtenshaw
- Beyond Form | Installation View
- Beyond Form | Installation View
- Beyond Form | Joanna Burtenshaw
- Beyond Form | Melina Georgouda
- Beyond Form | Marcus Aitken
- Beyond Form | Joanna Burtenshaw
- Beyond Form | Joanna Burtenshaw
- Beyond Form | Marcus Aitken
- Beyond Form | Melina Georgouda
- Beyond Form | Melina Georgouda
- Beyond Form | Marcus Aitken
- Beyond Form | Marcus Aitken
- Beyond Form | Marcus Aitken
- Beyond Form | Marcus Aitken
- Beyond Form | Marcus Aitken
- Beyond Form | Marcus Aitken
- Beyond Form | Marcus Aitken
Artist Bios
Marcus Aitken
Marcus Aitken is a London-based artist celebrated for his dynamic and thought-provoking works that uses a combination of layering, distressing and blending to present a multifaceted surface to his work. A graduate of the University of the Arts London, he earned his degree in Illustration from the London College of Communication (2009–2012) after completing a foundation course at Camberwell College of Arts (2008–2009). Marcus has exhibited his work internationally, with highlights including a solo show at MOB in Madrid (2023), a public commission for the National Galleries’ 200th anniversary in London (2024), and collaborations such as LVT x Marcus Aitken at The Webster in Miami (2022). He has also participated in numerous group exhibitions, such as the Nitra Gallery in Athens (2025), Art Pistol Gallery in Glasgow (2024), and Turner Art Perspective in London (2023). His artistic journey has seen residencies in Tuscany, Italy (2022), and at the Vault Project in London (2021). Additionally, Marcus has contributed to prestigious fairs, including The Other Art Fair and The Affordable Art Fair, reflecting his growing influence in the contemporary art scene.
Joanna Burtenshaw
Joanna Burtenshaw is an artist whose abstract works are profoundly influenced by her rich background in architecture. Educated at the Royal College of Art and the Bartlett School of Architecture, Joanna spent years working as an architect, honing her understanding of form, structure, and space. This experience informs her artistic practice, where she blends architectural precision with an intuitive and spontaneous approach to abstraction. Her work draws inspiration from the natural world—the shifting layers and textures of landscapes, the interplay of light and air, and the transformations brought by time and seasons. Joanna’s process begins with questions and challenges, rooted in her memories or imaginings of landscapes, which she resolves through dynamic decisions about color and form.
Melina Georgouda
Melina Georgouda is an artist whose abstract creations delve into the emotional landscapes of the human experience. With a background in fashion design from Polimoda in Florence and FIT in New York, as well as shoe design at the ARS Sutoria Institute in Milan, Melina’s artistic journey began in the world of design. After 25 years in her family’s shoe retail business, she transitioned fully to art, studying under the acclaimed artist Rania Emmanouilidou at Les Yper Yper art school. Her work has been featured in several prominent exhibitions, including the trio show What’s Inside (2024) at Thessaloniki’s Lola Nikolaou Galleryand the group exhibition Visualbility Vol.2 at the French Institute of Thessaloniki (2024). She has also participated in the acclaimed Love Me Tender series at Alma Gallery in Athens and Lola Nikolaou Gallery in Thessaloniki (2022). Beyond the gallery space, Melina’s creative vision has extended to unique collaborations, such as designing limited-edition kimonos and scarves with fashion designer Athena P. Gerard and creating artwork for wine labels with Nikos Nyfoudis and the Aslanis Winery.