2025 Festival International Poster original

The 2025 Festival International piece used for the poster.

4 x 3ft, acrylic on wood,3d

This dynamic painting captures the joyful energy and multicultural spirit of Festival International. Set along a lively Lafayette street filled with music, dance, and color, the piece blends painted depth with sculpted wooden cutouts that burst beyond the frame, pulling viewers directly into the celebration.

At the center, a towering stilt walker in bright, rhythmic patterns rises above the crowd, symbolizing global artistry and the festival’s uplifting atmosphere. Beneath him, a violinist plays with contagious enthusiasm ( with the stilt walkers leg) as bubbles drift through the air, adding a touch of magic.

Children of all backgrounds run and dance in the foreground, their cutout figures extending past the frame to suggest movement that can’t be contained. Behind them, musicians and costumed performers animate the scene, surrounded by leafy trees, warm architecture, and soft clouds that frame the festival’s iconic outdoor setting.

Every element, from the bold brushstrokes to the layered 3D forms, celebrates cultural unity, creativity, and the pure joy of shared music. The piece reflects the heart of Festival International: vibrant, diverse, and alive with community spirit.