MIA SHALY
Cyprus
About the Artist
Mia Shaly is an International Visual Artist based in Cyprus, known for her contemporary and unforgettable style. She has been passionate about painting since childhood, and in 2011 she made Cyprus her home, finding endless inspiration in its landscapes and people.
Mission & Style
In 2018, Marina launched her personal registered art brand, Mia Shaly, and developed her unique style – Shalysm.
Her paintings are known for their vibrant colors and deep meanings, with each piece created to bring warmth, beauty, and positivity into people’s lives.
Creative Process
Marina combines her background in architecture (Architectural Degree, 2001) and an Arts Enterprise Diploma (2013) with the vision of her inner child.
Her works invite viewers to explore universal themes of love, joy, and life’s fleeting moments.
Exhibitions & Street Art
Marina is actively involved in the Cypriot art scene:
Organizes exhibitions and events.
Painted 6 murals (street-art) in Paphos.
Curates group exhibitions for young artists.
Exhibition Years:
2015, 2017, 2018 (3), 2019 (3), 2021 (4), 2022 (2), 2023 (4), 2024 (4)
Social Mission
Mia Shaly deeply believes in the power of art to uplift, connect, and inspire change.
Her dream is to help transform Paphos into a cultural hub of Cyprus and to have her artworks featured in major museums worldwide, influencing future generations and securing a place in the history of 21st-century art.