Efthimis Malafouris was born in Athens in 1981.

From 2000 to 2003 he studied Graphic Design at Middlesex University, where he distinguished himself.

Under the guidance of professor and artist Vangelis Andreopoulos, he was admitted at the Athens School of Fine Arts in 2004 where he studied painting, with professors Chronis Botsoglou and Tassos Christakis and sculpture, with professor Nikos Tranos.

He successfully completed his studies and since then has been professionally involved in painting, graphic design, interior design, stage design, and book illustrations.

He taught painting at Vellios School of Art from 2012 to 2018.

In addition to five solo exhibitions, he has participated in numerous group exhibitions.

His work has been acquired by private collections around the world. He lives and works in Athens.