Rooted in Cyprus’s layered histories and shaped by the diverse communities that constitute the island today, SYNO functions as a living infrastructure for making, learning, and co-creation — a place where cultural work develops through reciprocity and respect for individual dignity and agency
SYNO’s growth is incremental and open. The foundation will continue to evolve beyond the 2026–2027 season, shaped by the relationships, exchanges, and feedback developed throughout its soft-launch year
Cyprus Contemporary Map
We see it as a continuously evolving platform developed with Cyprus’s contemporary art ecosystem, bringing together institutions, independent spaces, production sites, resources, and opportunities
Built through contribution and feedback rather than as a fixed or authoritative account of the field, it is intended as a shared tool for visibility, access, and connection
Cyprus Artist Registry
The registry will open for non-juried submissions in fall 2026. To mark this step, we are also presenting the Annual Open Call for Cypriot and Cypriot diaspora artists. The results of the inaugural edition will be announced in November 2026. All shortlisted artists will also be included in the SYNO Yearbook, to be published by the end of 2026