iTravelPoetry

Overview

Founded in 2017 by Christian Nirka, iTravelPoetry (registered as TRAVEL POETRY O.E.) is an independent, multidisciplinary cultural organization, online magazine, and production house based in Athens, Greece. Spanning literature, cinema, photography, and contemporary visual arts, iTravelPoetry publishes literary works, produces theatrical and cinematic projects, and organizes international festivals and multi-city touring exhibitions across Europe.

Mission

iTravelPoetry aims to create accessible, practitioner-centric platforms for independent writers, filmmakers, and photographers to share their work and connect directly with diverse audiences. Grounded in a “created by artists, for artists” ethos, the organization seeks to support emerging talent, celebrate contemporary Greek and international creative output, promote cross-border cultural dialogue, and foster active networking among film, literary, and visual art professionals.

Programs / Opportunities

• International & Group Photography Exhibitions: Recurring open calls and curated photography exhibitions, hosted both locally in Greece and as touring exhibitions across major European cities, offering lens-based artists a platform to display themed work, reach international audiences, and participate in physical group shows.
  
• iTravelPoetry International Film Festival: An annual international film festival featuring contemporary Greek and international indie cinema, hosted at an open-air cinema venue in Chalandri (Athens).
  
• Panhellenic Poetry Competition “U Write”: A recurring literary contest encouraging original poetry and short-form literature, leading to digital features and print book publications.
  
• Book Publishing & Audiovisual Production: Ongoing editorial publishing of poetry collections, prose, theatrical scripts, annual art calendars, and film co-productions.

Target Community

• Multidisciplinary Creators: Emerging and independent poets, writers, screenwriters, filmmakers, visual artists, and photographers in Greece and internationally.
• Global Cultural Audience: European gallery visitors, cinema audiences in Athens, literary readers, and contemporary art collectors.