Woman, Life, Freedom International Art Festival

2th Woman, Life,Freedom International Art Festival -2024

The “Women, Life, Freedom” art festival was launched in 2023 following the Mahsa Amini uprising in 2022. It aims to provide a platform for showcasing the works of artists from Iran and around the world. The festival reflects the courage and selflessness of Iranian women and men who stand united in their fight for freedom and a more dignified, humane existence.

This festival revolves around themes that resonate with the essence of womanhood, life’s diverse experiences, and the fundamental concept of freedom. In addition to these core themes, the festival also seeks to explore and celebrate narratives related to peace, equality, and the enduring human spirit.

Hosted by the Damavand Art & Culture Society NGO in Canada, this festival is a global endeavor that aims to bring together artists from around the world.

The festival features three competitive sections:

1. Short Film Section: This section is a platform for short films of various genres, including fiction, animation, documentary, experimental, and video art.
2. Visual Art Section: In this section, artists have the opportunity to showcase their talents through various mediums, such as painting, photography, graphic design, digital painting, visualization, and conceptual arts.
3. Poetry Section: in this section, Poets can be submit up to two poems in any form of poetry.

Artists and filmmakers interested in participating can find the festival’s regulations and the official call for entries for each section on the website.

Submission for the festival is free for all categories, except for the film, which has a fee of $5.

the jury board, comprised of esteemed individuals from the creative and artistic realms, will evaluate and select the best works across all sections.

The festival’s commitment to its objectives extends to showcasing selected works in various forms of media, publications, ads, and exhibitions in multiple nations, all while giving due credit to the talented artists for their invaluable contributions. The event’s dedicated director will handle any unforeseen issues or decisions that may arise during the festival.

Outstanding works that align with the festival’s themes will have the opportunity to receive accolades and awards. Prizes will include a unique statue, a commemorative plaque, and a financial reward. Special mentions will also be awarded in various sections.

We eagerly anticipate receiving your creative works, as they play a crucial role in shaping the festival and contributing to a global conversation on the themes of womanhood, life, freedom, peace, and more.