International Fine Arts Symposium Launches with Broad International Participation
Giza – May 1-7, 2026
The historic city of Giza is preparing to host the most prominent art event of the year, the 6th Sun Boots International Symposium, which begins on May 1st. This week-long event provides a vibrant platform for creativity, blending the allure of ancient Egyptian history with the modernity of global fine arts.
A Transcontinental Artistic Vision
This year’s symposium features high-caliber international participation, including a distinguished group of artists from Europe, the Arab region, Latin America, East Asia, and the United States. This gathering aims to build a cultural bridge connecting East and West, emphasizing the role of art as a universal language that transcends geographical boundaries.
This year’s symposium features high-caliber international participation, including a distinguished group of artists from Europe, the Arab region, Latin America, East Asia, and the United States. A Message from Artist Ismail Bakr: Art is a Bridge to Peace
In an official statement, visual artist and television director Ismail Bakr, the visionary behind the "Sun Boats" exhibitions and festivals, affirmed that the message of this event transcends merely displaying paintings.
Bakr stated, "Through this gathering, we seek to revive the cultural spirit of Egypt and send a message of peace to the world from the heart of Giza. Egypt is safe, and the sun boats are not just artifacts; they are symbols of sailing towards the future. This is the role of the artist: to guide awareness and connect heritage with modernity."
Honor Roll: Artists at the Heart of the Action
This edition features a selection of distinguished artists, including:
Creative Egyptian Artists:
Ahmed Selim
Anis El Zoghbi
Mohsen Abou El Azm
Mohamed Desouki
Galal El Mesiri
Safaa Mokhtar
Emad Omar El Farouk
Sameh Alfonso
Yasser Eid
Soha Saray
Doaa El Beik
Mayar Bakr
Ahmed Ramzy
Artist and Director Raouf Abdel Hafeez
International Participants:
Argentina: Maria Cristina Rios Iñiguez
Polish Quartet: Jolanta Komerska,
Izabela Sin Wojciech,
Anna Zuzana Laska,
Agata Urbanska
Tunisia: Nassiba Abadi
England: Yasmin Jordan
Greece: Joseph Gamous
Creativity Without Limits: Mail-In Submissions
In an inspiring display of dedication, the works of 27 international artists, unable to travel due to unforeseen circumstances, will be prominently featured in the closing exhibition. The participating artists are:
Singapore: Gloria Ke
Taiwan: Tracy Hsu
USA/Colombia: Beatriz Ramirez
Mexico: Rubi Patricia Ferrer,
Mexico :Marlene Pasini
Colombia: Vicky Barona
Germany: Emilia Şulea
Tunisia: Lobna Khadija Fendri
Montenegro: Aferdita Cungic
Norway: Liv Evensen
Netherlands: Miriam Kruischer
Sweden: Vikki Svedrell
Iceland: Inés Elverty
Poland: Natalia Gozik
Philippines: Farsia Onga
India: Jyoti Saini
India: Faisal Mateen
Bangladesh: Nazma Begum
Brazil: Jean Filipe
Portugal: Paulo Duarte Filipe
Bulgaria:Kunka Bakalova
Italy: Sandra Destablei
Romania: Magdalena Stanescu
Romania: Nono Zilahi
Croatia :Vlasta Mijac
For the first time, a drawing workshop will be held on the sidelines of the event, a program for young and promising creative talents, supervised by Professor Dr. El-Shazly Abdullah, Professor of Sculpture at the Faculty of Fine Arts, Minia University.
Mr. Wissam Lewis stated that there is full coordination for the Journey Through History:
Field trips to prominent historical landmarks, including the Grand Egyptian Museum, the Giza Pyramids, and a journey along the great Nile. These visits aim to inspire the artists with the spirit of Egyptian civilization, which will be reflected in the artworks produced during the workshop. Amr Ismail will also announce upcoming surprises in October, including international tours to Jordan, France, Tunisia, and Morocco. The event will conclude with a grand international exhibition, representing a message of gratitude from artists around the world to Egypt, "the land of art." This professional organization is the fruit of the efforts of the Sun Boats Fine Arts Exhibitions team. Welcome to Egypt.