Name: Once Upon a Time. Contemporary Art Exhibition and Charity Gala
Start: 2026-06-20T07:00:00+00:00
End: 2026-07-05T18:30:00+00:00
Location: Art&shock Gallery

Art&Shock Gallery, in collaboration with the group “Animals in Cyprus—Information, Issues, Help,” invites you to a contemporary art exhibition and a grand charity evening dedicated to the 10th anniversary of the community, which has been helping homeless and needy animals in Cyprus for many years.

“Once Upon a Time, Right There” is an exhibition about people, support, and life-changing moments. The exhibition tells the story of how, at just the right moment, a friend, a volunteer, an artist, or simply a person willing to lend a helping hand is there.

The project brings together works by five artists, each of whom explores the themes of care, compassion, and human connection in their own unique way.

Exhibiting artists:

Olga Shipilova
Olga McNamara
Elena Drobysheva
Timur Khairullin
Kubanychbek Ibragimov

Visitors will be able to view a variety of artworks, including oil paintings, watercolors, and graphic art.

Charity Program for the Opening (June 20):

A large sale of ceramics, handmade artisanal toys, and art and decorative items. All proceeds will go to support the group “Animals in Cyprus—Information, Issues, Assistance.”
A portion of the proceeds from the sale of paintings at the exhibition will also be donated to help animals.
A ceremony to thank volunteers and everyone who has supported the community’s activities over the past ten years.
A buffet and champagne.
Live music.
A charity raffle.
Workshops for children and adults.

Why You Should Attend:
Over the past ten years, the group “Animals in Cyprus — Information, Issues, Assistance” has helped thousands of animals find treatment, rescue, and a new home. The “Once Upon a Time” exhibition has become not only an artistic project but also an opportunity to support an important cause that unites caring people across the island.

This event brings together art, charity, and a community of people who believe that the most important changes begin when someone is there at the right moment.