Demosthenes Davvetas, a philosopher-artist with a passion for culture and education
Demosthenes Davvetas possède des talents multiples : universitaire, journaliste, artiste, il donne tout son sens à l’expression « trajectoire atypique ». Une chose est certaine : ses recherches en esthétique sont enracinées dans des pratiques professionnelles avérées. There is no doubt that Demosthenes Davvetas, an academic, journalist and artist, has trodden an unusual career path. One thing is certain: his research in aesthetics is rooted in successful professional practice Demosthenes Davvetas was born in Athens and studied at the University of Thessaloniki before obtaining a PhD in Aesthetics at the University of Vincennes in Saint-Denis, France. In the 1980s he worked at the newspaper Libération (art and culture section) and wrote the introductions to catalogues showcasing the work of leading contemporary artists (CY Twombly, Andy Warhol, Basquiat and Joseph Beuys, a friend of his). [lire plus]