COSTAS AVERKIOU
(1917 - 1981)

Born in Psimolophou

He finished the vollage elementary school and worked with his father as a carpenter, acquiring thus invalueable knowlege in woodcarving, which later found expression in his work as an artist.

In 1945 he established a workshop in Nicosia, while also periodically working as a sign maker and in graphic arts in general, while applying himself systematically to painting.

He got actively involved in engraving (wwodcarving) in 1957.

From 1947 until his death he participated in many exhibitions.

In 1957 he received second prize at the 6th International Moscow Festival and in 1963 he was awarded a medal for his participation in the Alexandria Biennale. He also participated in the Venice Biennale in 1972.