Charis Tsevis

Kamala Harris for the People is a mosaic that celebrates the resilience and diversity of America. With over 500 faces—everyday Americans, public figures, friends, and neighbors—the piece reflects a collective vision of belonging. Familiar faces like Beyoncé, Taylor Swift, Pete Buttigieg, and Nancy Pelosi appear alongside teachers, parents, and workers from all walks of life. In Kamala’s eyes are Barack Obama and Joe Biden, symbolizing hope and progress. This mosaic is a tribute to a unified and inclusive future for all. Art can bring people together, one face at a time. Each of these faces contributes to a shared hope, making this work a visual representation of collective American ideals.

Anime Tribute to Jennie Hundreds of tiny anime pieces, one mosaic portrait.  A tribute to the beauty of Jennie and her incredible musical talent.

AI is a tool that will help us expand our minds and overcome the limits of biology. — Sam Altman A portrait of #OpenAI CEO Sam Altman, composed of robot parts, wires, and computer components. An exploration of human-machine synergy. For those at the intersection of creativity and technology.

Paris 2024: The Olympic hopefuls

A collection of digital mosaic portraits celebrating Olympic hopefuls through the fusion of athleticism and artistic expression, portraying their unwavering journey towards excellence.

Allow me to present my latest project related to Paris 2024. My previous endeavor aimed to capture athletes' dynamism and fervor across diverse Olympic Games sports. However, this project takes a different focus, centering on the core of the Games—the Olympic Hopefuls, featuring Jordan Chiles, the great American gymnast, Miltos Tendoglou, the Greek long jump world champion, Milly Tanner, the English international track cyclist, Oriane Bertone, the promising French rock climber, Noah Lyles, the American 100m and 200m champion and Fan Zhendong, the Chinese table tennis world number one. Last but not least Karolina Pelendritou, the Princess of the pool, Cyprus' most decorated athlete of all time. 

In this collection, I've embarked on a creative journey to encapsulate the unwavering determination exhibited by athletes as they strive to secure their place in the Paris 2024 Olympics. These digital mosaic portraits and their animated version blend a tapestry of photographs that authentically depict the spirit of Paris, interwoven with elements drawn from renowned French artistic movements like Art Nouveau, Art Deco, and Rococo. Each illustration is thoughtfully adorned with ornaments and intricate designs, some embellished with gemstones, symbolizing the athletes' unwavering commitment to excellence. 'Paris 2024: Olympic Hopefuls' serves as a tribute to these remarkable individuals and a recognition of the seamless interplay between athleticism and artistry, echoing the journey toward the coveted medals that await the champions of tomorrow. 

Colorful Athletic Diamonds

In crafting these mosaics, I intended to capture the universal language of athleticism and the poetry of movement. Within each mosaic, whether featuring runners, long jump athletes, tennis players, swimmers, or yoga practitioners, I sought to encapsulate the unwavering dedication and boundless passion that permeate the world of sports. The awash with vibrant colors and diamond-shaped tiles is a visual ode to the sheer joy and vitality that sports breathe into our lives. These mosaics, created with a humble spirit, now find their place within a sportswear shop nestled deep in the bustling heart of Hong Kong. Here, they quietly but powerfully testify to the intrinsic beauty of sports and the contagious energy it kindles within each of us. As these mosaics grace the walls of this Hong Kong sportswear haven, they invite visitors to pause and reflect on the profound connection between artistry, athleticism, and the vibrant spirit of the city. They remind us that sports, in their myriad forms, can transcend language and culture, forging connections and inspiring passion in the hearts of all who encounter them.

Paris 2024: Miltos Tendoglou I've created a digital mosaic portrait that pays tribute to Greek long jump world champion Miltos Tendoglou. I used elements from various French art styles in this artwork, which also serves as a nod to the upcoming Paris Olympics, showcasing the city's artistic culture. As we look ahead to the Paris Olympics, this blend of photomosaic and sports illustration captures the essence of Miltos Tendoglou's achievements while offering a glimpse of the cultural richness that will define the games in Paris, where art and athletics come together in a unique celebration of human accomplishment.

This digital mosaic portrait showcases gymnast Jordan Chiles. I combined elements from different French art styles to celebrate both the athlete and Paris's rich culture. Baroque and Rococo styles represent gymnastics' grace and elegance, Art Nouveau adds fluidity and dynamism, and Art Deco brings a modern touch, symbolizing the Olympic spirit.

Sprint to Serenity A photomosaic artwork showing a surfer made out of hundreds of photos of holidays from the past.

Paris 2024 Heritage and excellence. A fusion of history, culture, and athleticism in a visual journey for the biggest sports event.

My inspiration for these pieces was drawn from the rich artistic heritage of France, coupled with the seamless blending of different creative periods. Paris, a beacon of art and sport, holds immense importance. It is a renowned hub of creativity, inspiring artists throughout history. Paris has hosted multiple Olympic Games, solidifying its status as a symbol of athletic excellence and international camaraderie, shaping the world's cultural fabric.

For this project, I delved into the abundant beauty of the French Baroque, Rococo, Art Nouveau, and Art Deco periods. I was captivated by the intricate details and ornate elements that defined these eras. Drawing from those styles, I created substantial digital mosaics using fragments reminiscent of these extravagant periods. Each piece became a labor of love, meticulously arranging these delicate pieces to form a cohesive whole. I aimed to depict the timeless spirit of athleticism and the incredible diversity of disciplines that make up the Olympics. In a seamless fusion of past and present, I combined classic equestrian, gymnastic, and running sports with contemporary events in the Games like skateboarding and karate. By incorporating athletes in the iconic French styles, characterized by flowing lines and organic forms across different periods.

These illustrations aim to capture the Olympic Games' energy, passion, and unity. Each piece tells a story, blending historical grandeur with the excitement of athletic excellence. It is a world where history and sports converge, where the timeless beauty of the past meets the dynamic spirit of the present.

Thank you for your attention, and may these illustrations inspire you and serve as a reminder of the power of unity, diversity, and the pursuit of excellence at the heart of the world capital. Enjoy!

A mosaic portrait of Dimitris Kairidis, an extraordinary Greek parliamentarian and esteemed university professor, created for a special gift from his devoted staff.  Inspired by the Greek architecture and obviously the Greek summer. 

Computing Pioneers for Shashi Hotel

Honoring the Legacy of Computing Innovators

In this project, in collaboration with Local Language, the Oakland based creative studio, I was honored to create four mosaic portraits of renowned computer pioneers: Tommy Flowers, Graham Bell, Michael Faraday, and Charles Babbage. These artworks were commissioned to embellish the rooms of the prestigious Shashi Shoreline Hotel, located in the heart of Silicon Valley. As an artist with a deep fascination for the intersection of art and technology, I am humbled to have had the opportunity to create portraits that pay tribute to these distinguished individuals who have significantly contributed to the development of the computing industry. The Shashi Shoreline Hotel, located in one of the most technologically advanced regions globally, provided a perfect platform for exhibiting these artworks. As guests explored the hotel's rooms, they encountered pieces highlighting the legacy of these pioneers and their impact on computing technology More about the project: https://www.behance.net/gallery/169255039/Computing-Pioneers-for-Shashi-Hotel

KING CHARLES III: The Coronation Portrait A mosaic portrait of King Charles III made out of thousands of crowns. 🇬🇧

SoftBank Group Corp is a Japanese multinational investment holding company headquartered in Minato, Tokyo which focuses on investment management. I have been commissioned to create a series of portraits of their founder and CEO Mr. Masayoshi Son and Mr. Rajeev Misra , the CEO of SoftBank Investment Advisers. I have used several hundreds of logos from companies Softbank founded to create the 4 mosaic portraits.

"A good watchdog is one that guards the owner's property, not the intruder's life.” — Wayne Chirisa This quote reminds us that the purpose of cybersecurity tools is to protect our own data and privacy not to invade the privacy of others. While it's important to take steps to protect ourselves online we should also respect the privacy of others and not use cybersecurity tools to invade their privacy. I have asked ChatGPT to help me describe this mosaic artwork of mine about cybersecurity. It’s a subject I am particularly interested for many many years. From the good old days of phreakers and hackers who created SiliconValley till today’s more difficult and more dark situation, life in the digital space is posing the same social and political questions real life hasn’t really answered for centuries. So here’s an artwork or better a new version of an older work I did for the cover of Leaders Edge, a magazine exclusively designed for commercial insurance brokers & agents. The typeface used is PF DIN Monospaced, designed by Panos Vassiliou from Parachute Fonts. This is the #monospaced version of PF DIN Pro, comprised of characters with fixed width, ideal for ascii art and other retrocomputing art forms

Life is a highway by Charis Tsevis Via Flickr: A photomosaic portrait of 2 happy girls ready to kick the road. Made with thousands of travel bags. Ispired by the following song: Life's like a road that you travel on When there's one day here and the next day gone Sometimes you bend sometimes you stand Sometimes you turn your back to the wind We don't know where the road will lead us But we know that we'll have each other There will be bumps and bruises but we'll make it through And we'll keep on driving because life is a highway — Tom Cochrane (Life Is A Highway)

The Sheep by Charis Tsevis Via Flickr: Until one has loved an animal, a part of one's soul remains unawakened. — Anatole France A mosaic artwork showing a sheep looking at the camera made out of various pieces of vintage biological illustrations.