20 February 2025/

BEYOND BORDERS: CELEBRATING ART AND CULTURE

A Festival of Creativity and Unity in New Delhi

Empowerment, in collaboration with LT Foundation, proudly presents Beyond Borders: An Art and Culture Festival. This week-long celebration from February 21 to February 28, 2025, will take place in New Delhi. The festival aims to showcase creativity, diversity and cross-cultural dialogue through the universal language of art.

A GATHERING OF DISTINGUISHED ARTISTS

Beyond Borders brings together 20 distinguished artists — 10 from India and 10 international. Their artistic expressions will create a mesmerizing confluence that transcends cultural and geographical boundaries.

“The Beyond Borders” will feature an impressive lineup of international and Indian artists.

Among the international talents are Carola Carmin from France, Dorothee Ledermann from Brazil, Julia Bugram from Austria, Karmen Bajec from Slovenia, Nikola Markovic from Serbia, Nikoletta Antonopoulou from Greece, Nurlan Kilibaev from Kazakhstan, Tari Eszter from Hungary and Teekawut Bunyavijit and Zuriya Koon from Thailand. Representing India are Anup Chand, Asit Patnaik, Kanchan Chander, Kumar Vikas, Manish Pushkale, Niren Sengupta, Nupur Kundu, Pooja Pawar, Rajan Fulari and Rajneesh Singh.

Together, these artists will create a stunning tapestry of artistic expression, uniting diverse cultures and perspectives. The festival promises to be a celebration of creativity, fostering mutual understanding and cultural exchange through the universal language of art. Don’t miss this opportunity to witness the magic of Beyond Borders and be inspired by the incredible talent from around the world.

The festival envisions art as a bridge across divides, fostering unity through diversity. It provides a vibrant platform for artists to collaborate, share, and learn. Emphasizing cultural exchange and creative growth, Beyond Borders nurtures cross-cultural bonds and inspires a global network rooted in mutual respect.

IMMERSIVE INTERACTIONS AND EXHIBITIONS

Through workshops, exhibitions and immersive interactions, the festival aims to foster meaningful exchanges. Featuring paintings, sculptures, mixed media and immersive installations, it provides a platform for artists to explore themes of identity, heritage, and global connectivity.

CELEBRATING ARTISTIC CONTRIBUTIONS

This special evening will bring together renowned artists, curators, critics and art enthusiasts. The inauguration will set the tone for promoting intercultural harmony and artistic dialogue.

Mr. Ashok Vajpeyi,esteemed poet, writer and cultural administrator and Ms. Leela Samson, renowned Bharatanatyam dancer and choreographer will be honored for their exceptional contributions to the arts, highlighting their lasting impact on India’s cultural landscape.

A JOURNEY OF CULTURAL EXPLORATION

Beyond the exhibition, participating artists will embark on a cultural journey across India. Starting in Delhi, they will experience the city’s vibrant heritage, engaging with local artists and cultural sites. They will then travel to Uttarakhand, exploring the spiritual and natural landscapes of Dehradun and Rishikesh. This journey aims to deepen their artistic inspiration and foster meaningful exchanges.

Beyond Borders is more than just an exhibition—it is a celebration of artistic diversity and mutual understanding. Through this initiative, Empowerment and LT Foundation reaffirm their commitment to fostering cultural connections and amplifying voices from across the world.